Troubleshooting; Problem Solving Checklist - Fisher & Paykel E522BLXU Service Manual

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PROBLEM SOLVING CHECKLIST

Problem
Icemaker makes
unfamiliar sounds or
seems too loud.
Automatic Icemaker
does not work.
Ice cubes have odour
/taste.
Slow ice cube freezing.
Water has poor
taste/odour.
Water dispenser does
not work and/or
icon flashing.
Water in first glass is
warm.
Filter warning
icon is flashing.
Wet ice/ice clumping.
Possible Causes
Normal icemaker operation.
Icemaker has not been switched on.
Bin is in the wrong way or no bin at all.
Water supply turned off or not
connected.
Freezer compartment not working.
Icemaker sensor.
Water pressure too low
Water line/squashed.
Filter clogged.
Unsealed packages may be transmitting
odour/taste.
Interior of freezer needs cleaning.
Poor taste from incoming water.
Door may have been left ajar.
Freezer compartment too warm.
Refrigerator not used for extended
period.
Water supply turned off or not
connected.
Supply line may be blocked. On first
installation there may be air in the water
system.
Filter may be blocked and needs
replacing.
Dispenser lock activated.
Water frozen in tank.
Water dispenser not used for extended
periods.
Tank capacity used recently.
Filter needs replacing.
Low water pressure.
Filter blocked.
Refer to normal operating noises.
Switch on icemaker.
Place bin so scoop is on the right hand side.
Ice bin sits directly under icemaker on top left
hand side of freezer.
Connect to water supply or turn water on.
Icemaker will not operate if temperature of FC is
above 14º F. Refer to diagnostics and rectify.
Sensor out of range.
Sensor open circuit.
Bad connection to PCB.
Check water pressure.
Check water lines for kinks/ squashed.
Water filter may need replacing.
Old cubes need to be discarded.
Ensure food packaging is sealed.
Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and
washed.
Refrigerator requires cleaning.
Filter may need changing.
If no filter has been installed, filter may need to
be installed.
Check door closing to identify any potential
causes (gasket sticking, door closing hook).
Check PC and FC settings.
Check temperature of FC and download if
required for any potential reasons for poor
temperatures. (e.g. excessive usage).
Dispense 3 Quarts of water so fresh water
supply is replenished.
Press dispenser for 2 minutes to remove trapped
air from water line and to fill the water system.
Check supply for kinks or leaks.
To remove air, run a litre or a quart of water
through the dispenser.
Replace filter.
Hold down the Lock button for 4 seconds.
Check the setting of the PC and FC and increase
if necessary.
Check download to review excessive usage and
cycle of cabinet.
Allow 24 hours for water to cool to set
temperature.
Allow water time to cool.
Replace filter as soon as possible.
Check pressure-reducing valve.
Check for low pressure.
Replace filter.
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What to do.