Sub-Zero Ice and Water Dispenser Cleaning Instructions
Topics:
- Clean hard water stains and water lines from my ice and water dispenser?
- What is the best product to clean the dispenser?
- The glasswell grille finish is coming off
- Dispenser cleaning to remove odor from dispenser model refrigerators
Answer:
To clean stainless steel portion of dispenser:
- Use the Stainless Steel Exterior Cleaning Procedure for any stainless steel portion of the door dispenser.
To clean internal water lines and ice chute:
- Calcium buildup in the ice chute may be cleaned with a 1:1 vinegar and water solution. Clean reachable area with a rag and the solution, then clean with a damp cloth.
- If mold or other residue develops in the internal water lines or ice chute, contact Factory Certified Service to help with cleaning.
- The water line to the unit is either copper or PEX, and a plumber might suggest how to clean them.
Inside the unit, there is nothing to clean nor should it require cleaning.
To clean a Sub-Zero door dispenser:
- Remove dispenser water grille. See image below for example.
- Dry any spills from removing water grille.
- Clean dispenser and grille using soft cloth with solution of mild dish detergent, baking soda, and water.
- Rinse with clean damp cloth and dry.
- See also, Clean Stainless Steel and Platinum.
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Refer to the product Use and Care Guide for further information.
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