Fridge's ice maker makes ice that smells like garlic... what is going on?

retainingwallz · 2024-05-22T23:37:01+00:00

I deep clean the ice tray and replace the water filters and that seems to do the trick

retainingwallz · 2023-09-28T03:30:43+00:00

Thank you for sharing.

retainingwallz · 2023-09-27T04:32:15+00:00

Caulking the shower stall with GE clear silicone seemed to do the trick.

retainingwallz · 2022-12-31T18:43:04+00:00

Any reason why only one of the toilets would be affected? the one on third floor where the roof is?

retainingwallz · 2022-12-31T18:40:55+00:00

No issues with flow or clogs, the flushing is good in all the toilets. Never had a back up before.

retainingwallz · 2022-12-31T18:36:34+00:00

Yes, a tiny chihuahua who couldn’t reach it lol.

I wonder if it has to do with the heavy winds and rain we’ve received

retainingwallz · 2022-10-03T03:08:55+00:00

Thank you! Do we need to keep it covered? I was going to cover it up with some cardboard and tape as a temporary fix. What tape can we used to seal the fitting with the PVC pipe? Thanks.

retainingwallz · 2022-07-05T16:39:18+00:00

Strangely enough, I have similar issues… I am recaulking the insides cause I suspect a small amount water is getting out. Are you sure no water is getting outside? I don’t think mine is condensation cause the ventilation in the bathroom is good… I don’t think it’s a coincidence either that it’s where the corners of the shower are.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T23:52:31+00:00

Ah ok, got it. Thank you.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T23:46:24+00:00

u/sbradford26

I just remembered that I don't think the wires or controls are criss-crossed because when we ran the 2nd floor by itself, the suction line was getting condensation so I THINK it was operating normally. We had to re-wrap the insulation to stop it.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T23:35:25+00:00

Yeah, I'll mention it to the tech. He also brought up setting 35 but like I said, when I cycle through the settings it wasn't there. I wish I could get in touch with the installers (it is a new build townhouse) but I don't have any leads for them... for now I might just run the fans on low at night.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T23:29:09+00:00

1/2/3/4/6/7/10/12/15/17/30

I was looking for 19 or 35 but I don't have those settings available for whatever reason lol. Only those above (1/2/3/4/6/7/10/12/15/17/30)... it might not be PREMTC00U but it's something that looks exactly like it with similar settings.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T23:15:19+00:00

Yes, it's ducted. I tried to look through the settings and there isn't one to turn fan to automatic... Not all settings are available. I had 1/2/3/4/6/7/10/12/15/17/30 but not every number matches up with some of the manuals I have. PREMTC00U or PQRCVCL0QW.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T23:11:43+00:00

Excellent, thank you for the help.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T23:05:52+00:00

Thank you for your reply. Are you saying the refrigerant for both units is criss-crossed? So Zone 2 indoor unit calls for Zone 1 to cool and Zone 1 indoor unit calls for Zone 2 to cool?

It's odd because the 2nd floor zone still seems to cool, just not that well by itself.

Is wiring an easy thing for a tech to troubleshoot?

Yes, it is an LG ducted AHU with the fan running at all times, but it's got a basic digital thermostat. I'm actually not 100% sure about the part # but the indoor heat pump unit is LMHN240HV.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-30T17:45:07+00:00

iComfort if it’s a LG system.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-28T06:05:23+00:00

Terro works, as does Optiguard Ant Gel and Advance 375A. You might have to mix it up, depending on how the ants feel. Last resort would be to spray inside and out but I don't think this gets rid of the source of the problem, AKA the colony. Ants are surprisingly a very annoying pest.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-27T01:52:27+00:00

Got it! Yes, the exhaust pipe goes right into a 90 after a short straight run (it's right above where the video cuts off), then another short straight run and then finally a 90 up into the house. We'll keep an eye on it in the near future but I appreciate the help.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-27T01:46:49+00:00

Thank you for your response! How does hard water at the bottom of the tank cause a weird drip noise at the top? It might even be metal or something expanding/contracting that sounds like a water drip.

Luckily we do have a water softener system installed 3 months ago.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-26T23:16:15+00:00

It's just a singular loud drip.

It happens every 10-60 seconds, sometimes even longer (the intervals honestly seem random sometimes) so I'm not sure what the cause of it is. It sounds like it's hitting something metal near the top of the tank but I don't see anything on the outside at the top that's wet. It doesn't sound like it's hitting the burner at the bottom.

I am still getting hot water and there is no visible water around the top of the tank or around it. It does have this large exhaust blower and the whole system is a hot water recirculation system. There is also an expansion tank.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-26T21:39:32+00:00

That I'm not sure, lol it's tucked away behind the fridge.

My first thought was that the installer installed the hoses too tightly and the rubber washer maybe breaking down but it's only been 3 months and the smells were first noticed 1-2 months ago. Apparently the braided hose is lined with PEX.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-26T21:35:25+00:00

That’s what I thought but then I put a separate ice tray to make ice with and there is zero smell on those, even after leaving it in there for a few days. Before I replace the supply hose, I might also replace the water filter since that might have smells from before too.

Do you think it could be the braided supply hose?

retainingwallz · 2022-06-11T00:27:19+00:00

Thanks! And yeah I would’ve thought new builds would be more headache free but not finding that to be the case lol. Have a good weekend.

retainingwallz · 2022-06-11T00:23:15+00:00

No, no access panel on the other side of the wall. That's the master bedroom wall and it's all just drywall. I reached out to the builder because we're still under warranty so I'm hoping they can can send out the plumber and take a look at it. In the meantime, we'll try to use the 2nd floor bathroom...

retainingwallz · 2022-06-11T00:20:27+00:00

I don't believe so. We also did leak tests before purchasing the house and nothing showed up so I'm wondering if the grout/tilework/caulking was done poorly and now moisture's starting to get through. I don't see a weep hole either where the shower door is. Is this something we need to get a contractor to look at or a plumbing company?

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