An ice maker recirculates its water, so regular cleaning keeps the ice fresh and the machine running longer. These tips apply to most countertop ice makers; always follow your product manual.

  1. Use clean drinking water: filtered water means less scale and clearer ice.
  2. Drain weekly: open the drain plug, empty the reservoir and dry the basket and tank.
  3. Deep-clean monthly: run the cleaning mode (like the Clean button on the YH1600) or use a diluted food-safe cleaner as the manual describes.
  4. Keep it ventilated: leave space at the sides and back, and never block the vents.
  5. Dry before storing: drain, wipe dry and leave the lid open to air out before putting it away.

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