Ice cubes have a bad taste or odor (chemical, plastic, or musty).

Safety first: Unplug the unit and shut off water before cleaning. Do not mix cleaning chemicals.

• Discard old ice: Empty the bin completely and discard any ice with off‑odors.
• Clean interior: Wash the bin, reservoir, and accessible water paths with warm water and mild dish soap. Rinse thoroughly.
• Sanitize: Use a food‑safe ice machine cleaner or a diluted bleach solution (per manufacturer instructions) to sanitize surfaces. Rinse until no odor remains.
• Flush system: Run and discard the first 2–3 batches of ice after cleaning.
• Check water source: If taste issues persist, consider adding or replacing an inline water filter and verify the household water quality.