Frigidaire Gallery 44lbs Nugget Ice Maker with Touch Controls Black

A: The Frigidaire Gallery 44lbs Nugget Ice Maker with Touch Controls Black is manufactured in China.

A: The Frigidaire Gallery Nugget Ice Maker is designed to produce soft, chewable nugget ice, not traditional clear ice cubes.

A: The drain cap is located at the front bottom of the ice maker. There is also an inner tank drain cap underneath the ice basket inside the unit. The drain pipe may refer to the drainage opening associated with the front bottom drain cap.

A: This unit uses approximately 207 watts while operating. Its impact on your electricity bill will depend on how often you use it and your local electricity rate, but it is generally considered a modest increase for a small appliance.

A: This model does not have a specified decibel rating, so an exact noise level is not available. Some operating sounds are normal while the ice maker is running.

A: Yes, the unit is designed with removable and accessible parts for cleaning, along with a 20-minute automatic Clean cycle. The water tank, ice basket, covers, and drain plugs can be removed, and the manual provides descaling instructions using white vinegar.

A: The ice storage area is not refrigerated, so it does not keep the ice frozen. For longer-term storage, transfer the ice to a conventional freezer.

A: Yes, the ice maker has a self-cleaning function. For hard water buildup, 100% white vinegar is recommended for descaling every 2–3 weeks, depending on water hardness. Distilled water can also help reduce mineral buildup.

A: Yes, distilled water can be used. The manual recommends using clean, potable water and suggests switching to distilled water if you have hard water to help reduce mineral buildup. For descaling, use 100% white vinegar. Descaling is recommended every 2–3 weeks, depending on the hardness of the water.

A: Hi CisUr, Thank you for reaching out. Yes, the drain plug should be securely inserted whenever the ice maker is operating and making ice. The user manual specifically states that the water drain cap must be in place before starting the ice-making process, otherwise the unit may not function properly. Since you're experiencing water leaking onto your counter, please stop the unit and check that the drain plug is properly and securely inserted. The manual identifies a loose or missing drain plug as a possible cause of water leakage.