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We all know how annoying it can be to have to fill those tiny
ice cube trays and put them in the freezer, just to do it again and again every
time ice is used. This is why many people depend on the ease and convenience an
ice maker allows. But what if it isn’t working?? Check out these common
problems and their simple solutions!
Always unplug your refrigerator and disconnect the water
supply before doing any repairs, and call a professional if there is something
you do not feel comfortable doing.
Ice Maker
is not making ice:
Check the
water supply line à If there
is frozen water in the line, it can easily clog. If this is the case, unplug
the fridge and defrost the line. Also check the line for kinks behind and
beneath the refrigerator.
Check the
bail à The metal
wire bail above the ice maker should be in the down position. If it is locked
in the up position, this stops the ice from being made.
Ice is not
ejecting:
Check the control
arm à The
control arm can easily get bumped out of its proper position when things are
being moved around in the freezer. Check where it is, and move it into the down
or on position.
Check the electrical connection à Slide
the refrigerator out from the wall and locate the quick release plug on the
back wall inside the freezer. Unplug the connection and then reconnect. Manually
remove any remaining ice from the mold. Restore power to the refrigerator and
lift the control arm to the off position. Lower the control arm back down and
wait a few seconds for the solenoid to
engage and fill the mold with water. If ice still does not eject, you likely
will need to replace the motor or gearbox.
Ice cubes are too big or too small:
Check the supply line à Too
small could indicate that there is a partial clog or it is beginning to freeze.
Check the ice maker controls à If
you pull off the ice maker cover (the foremost white plate on the maker
assembly), you should see a plus and minus indicator, which is the adjustment
for the amount of water going to the ice. Use a screwdriver to adjust toward
the minus (for smaller cubes) or toward the plus (for larger ones).
Now hopefully the ice maker can provide you with plenty of
ice, ready and waiting for your refreshing drink.
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