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Clean your refrigerator ice bin and dispenser chute

Empty, clean and fully dry removable ice bins and reachable dispensing chutes as the model permits; avoid sharp tools or improvised chemicals.

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Whirlpool's official guide to cleaning a refrigerator ice bin and ice-maker system.

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Clumped ice and poor dispensing can come from buildup in the storage bin or chute. Whirlpool describes gently cleaning the removable refrigerator ice bin and reachable chute with a warm damp cloth and drying thoroughly. Freestanding, built-in and nugget-style ice makers have different cleaning procedures; use the exact model manual.

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Find the exact model instructions for disabling the ice maker and removing its bin; disconnect power if the manual requires it.
Stop ice production, gently remove a removable bin and discard old ice; keep fingers clear of motorized moving parts.
Soften clumped ice with a warm cloth. Never chip ice with a metal knife, screwdriver or other sharp tool.
Wash the bin with mild soapy water or the approved cleaner specified in the manual, rinse well and avoid pouring water into motors or electrical parts.
Gently wipe reachable parts of the dispenser chute with a warm damp cloth, then dry all cleaned parts completely. Seek service for inaccessible obstructions.
Reinstall the bin securely and resume ice production. Follow model instructions for discarding initial ice or performing an additional cleaning cycle.

Whirlpool's official guide to cleaning a refrigerator ice bin and ice-maker system.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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