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Universal Ice Maker in Refrigerator Compartment Not Working
If your ice maker is not making ice or the ice dispenser is not dispensing ice, start with the most common causes: the water inlet valve, which needs at least 20 psi and electrical power to fill the ice mold; low pressure or a failed valve is the single most likely culprit. If pressure and voltage to the valve check out, test the dispenser solenoid and dispenser door motor next, since a bad solenoid or stuck actuator pin will keep the dispenser flap from opening and block ice delivery. Also inspect the ice maker compartment fan motor, because a failed fan will let temperatures rise and stop ice production. Finally look at the dispenser funnel guide and any obstructions that can jam ice flow. Use a multimeter to test components for continuity, confirm the actuator moves freely, and watch for the fan running when the ice maker should be filling. If a part fails, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your refrigerator and get step by step repair help.
01 - Universal 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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02 - Universal 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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03 - Universal 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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04 - Universal 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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05 - Universal 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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06 - Universal 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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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
Ice maker not making ice — what causes a refrigerator ice maker to stop making ice?
Fridge not cooling but freezer works — why is the refrigerator compartment warm while the freezer is cold?
Ice dispenser not working — why won't my refrigerator dispense ice?
Water dispenser not working — how do I troubleshoot the refrigerator water dispenser?
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