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Ice Maker Cycle
Steady water flow is needed to make ice. The ice maker gets its water supply via a tube to an inlet valve. When water is needed, the inlet valve opens and water flows into a mold, giving us frozen ice cubes. When the thermostat senses ice is ready, a heater activates cutting the surface, allowing ejector blades to push cubes into the bin. This cycle continues until the bin is full.
Ice Maker Repair Tips
CAUTION: Call A Professional (if you are inexperienced). SAFETY: Always disconnect from power source before beginning.
Too Much Ice
One problem that often occurs is when the ice maker ether makes way too much ice or won’t make ice at all. There have been other cases where small and hollow ice cubes were made. There are a number reasons for this. When troubleshooting, be sure to keep the user’s manual that comes with the refrigerator or ice maker in front of you, so that you will better understand the testing and repair procedures.
If the ice maker is making too much ice, there may be a problem with the shutoff switch and shutoff arm. To test both the components you must first remove the face plate on the ice maker and test the components by using the test probes underneath the ice maker. If either or both are damaged, you need to replace them. There may also be a problem with the thermostat. Test and replace the thermostat if you can determine that it is bad.
No Ice, Too Little Ice
This may be caused by broken, clogged or leaking water lines. Decide whether the water line is repairable, if not replace with a new one. Faulty inlet valve or shutoff arm should also be evaluated. Lastly, check the water supply to the water filter. Always make sure the freezer temperature is cold enough to make ice.
Other Factors
Water inlet valve and ejector motor may need replacing. Ice cube size controller may be set incorrectly – this can be adjusted. Parts may no longer be made for certain models.