Fault guide
Bad Smelling or Tasting Ice — Sandton Repairs
Ice absorbs odours readily. Smell or taste problems come from the machine's hygiene, the water, or the storage environment.
Possible causes
- Biofilm in the bin or water circuit
- Odour transfer from nearby stored food
- Stale water in an idle machine
- Filter past its life or wrong filter type
Safe basic checks
- 01Empty and sanitise the bin, then test a fresh batch
- 02Check nothing strongly aromatic is stored near or in the bin
When professional repair is recommended
If odour persists after bin sanitising, the internal water circuit needs professional cleaning.
Do not attempt electrical, refrigerant or internal mechanical work. Call 069 268 0988.
Maintenance prevention
Routine sanitising, correct filtration and never storing food in the ice bin.
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