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Estate Ice Maker in Refrigerator Compartment Not Working
If your ice maker is not making ice, start with the most likely causes and work down the list: a faulty water inlet valve or low water pressure is the top culprit, so confirm the water supply is on and at least 20 psi and use a multimeter to check for power at the valve. If the valve has pressure and power but the ice maker still won’t fill, next check the dispenser solenoid and actuator pin that open the ice door; test the solenoid for continuity and make sure the pin moves freely. A failed ice-maker compartment fan motor can raise temperature enough to stop ice production, so listen for the fan and test it for continuity. If the dispenser door motor won’t open, the door won’t release ice, and a broken or obstructed funnel guide can also block dispensing. These are common ice maker repair issues you can diagnose with basic tools and a multimeter. Enter your refrigerator model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement water inlet valve, solenoid, fan motor, dispenser motor, or funnel guide for your unit.
01 - Estate Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve
The water inlet valve is an electrically-controlled valve that opens to supply water to the dispenser and ice maker. If the water inlet valve is defective, or if it has insufficient pressure, it won’t allow water to flow through. As a result, the ice maker won’t make ice. The valve requires at least 20 psi to function properly. Make sure that the water pressure to the valve is at least 20 psi. If the water pressure is sufficient, use a multimeter to check for power to the water inlet valve. If the water inlet valve has sufficient pressure and is getting power, but the ice maker won’t fill with water to make ice, replace th...
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02 - Estate Refrigerator Dispenser Solenoid
The dispenser solenoid opens a door flap to release the ice and then closes the door flap once the dispenser finishes dispensing ice. If the dispenser solenoid is defective, the dispenser door won’t open. To determine if the dispenser door solenoid is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. In addition, check the dispenser actuator pin to ensure that it moves freely. If the dispenser door solenoid does not have continuity, or if the actuator pin does not move freely, replace the dispenser solenoid.
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03 - Estate Refrigerator Fan Motor
The refrigerator ice maker compartment fan motor assists in keeping the air temperature in the compartment cold enough for the ice maker to make ice. If the fan motor has failed and isn't running, the temperature will rise high enough that the ice maker will be unable to make ice. The fan motor can be inspected to see if it's running when the ice maker should be working. The component can also be tested for electrical continuity to help determine if it's faulty. A faulty fan motor will need to be replaced.
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04 - Estate Refrigerator Dispenser Door Motor
The dispenser door motor opens and closes the dispenser door to prevent cold air from escaping the refrigerator. If the dispenser door motor is defective, the dispenser door won’t open. As a result, the dispenser will not dispense ice. To determine if the motor is defective, first determine if the motor is getting power. If the motor is getting power, but it won’t run, replace it. You can use a multimeter to test the motor for continuity. If the dispenser door motor does not have continuity, replace it.
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05 - Estate Refrigerator Motor
The refrigerator ice maker compartment fan motor assists in keeping the air temperature in the compartment cold enough for the ice maker to make ice. If the fan motor has failed and isn't running, the temperature will rise high enough that the ice maker will be unable to make ice. The fan motor can be inspected to see if it's running when the ice maker should be working. The component can also be tested for electrical continuity to help determine if it's faulty. A faulty fan motor will need to be replaced.
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06 - Estate Refrigerator Dispenser Funnel Guide
The dispenser funnel guide is the component that allows the ice from the ice maker to be properly dispensed. If the guide is obstructed or broken, the ice may not dispense as expected. Inspect the funnel guide or any obstruction or damage and replace if necessary.
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07 - Low Water Pressure from House Supply
The home may have insufficient water pressure. The water inlet valve supplies water to the ice maker and must have strong water pressure to work properly. You can check the water flow at the kitchen faucet to help determine if the home's water pressure is sufficient or not.
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Frequently Asked Questions
My ice maker is not making ice. What should I check first?
Ice dispenser not working even though the ice bin is full. Why won't ice dispense?
Fridge not cooling but freezer is cold. Could that affect the ice maker?
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My water dispenser is not working. Is that related to the ice maker problem?