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Kelvinator Refrigerator ice is dirty
If the ice from your Kelvinator looks discolored or has flakes in it, start with the simplest and most likely causes. Stagnant or disconnected water supply tubing is the top culprit; tubing left full of water for six to 12 months can stain and pass color into the ice, so replacing the water supply tube often fixes dirty ice. Next, check the ice maker tray and assembly—coatings can corrode and flake, sending bits into the ice, so a worn ice maker or tray may need replacement. Less commonly, dirty municipal water from a flushed hydrant or broken main can contaminate the supply, so discard old ice and run a faucet until the water clears. Finally, residue from an old water filter can discolor ice, so replace the filter if it’s past six months. If you need parts, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement ice maker, water tubing, or filter for your refrigerator and get back to clean, clear ice quickly.
01 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Water Supply Tube
During normal use the water supply tubes will have water flowing through them keeping them clean. If the water supply gets disconnected or water is left in the tube and not used for 6 to 12 months, it can become discolored. If the water at the other faucets in the house is ok and you have replaced the water filter you may need to replace the water tubing to the ice maker to resolve the issue.
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02 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Ice Maker Assembly
If the icemaker tray has a coating, the coating may be wearing off. If you are getting pieces or chunks of material stuck in the ice, check the ice maker tray. If the coating on the tray is corroded and flaking off, replace the icemaker.
Highly Likely
03 - Dirty Water Supply
A fire hydrant that was flushed or a broken water main can cause dirty water to enter the home. Since the ice maker uses the same water supplied to the kitchen or bathroom faucets, dirty water can discolor the ice. Discard the old ice and run the water for awhile at the kitchen or bathroom faucet until the water clears up before having the ice maker make new ice.
Less Common
04 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Water Filter
If the ice being dispensed is dirty, it's possible that residue from an old water filter is getting into the water being supplied to the ice maker. Water filters should be replaced every six months for optimum water filtration.
Uncommon But Possible
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