Ice has an unpleasant taste or odor.

Safety first: Unplug the unit before cleaning.

Steps:

• Thorough cleaning: Empty the reservoir and ice basket. Wash them with warm water and mild detergent, then rinse well.
• Sanitize: Wipe internal plastic surfaces and the ice basket with a solution of water and food-safe sanitizer or diluted white vinegar, then rinse and dry.
• Replace water: Refill with fresh, cold drinking water. Avoid using water that already has a strong taste or smell.
• Control environment: Do not operate the ice maker near strong-smelling chemicals, foods, or cleaning agents that could be absorbed by the ice.

If bad taste persists, repeat cleaning and consider using filtered water.