E8 displayed, ice maker does not fill with water at the start of the cycle.

Safety first: Unplug the ice maker and close the water supply valve before disconnecting any hoses.

• Check water supply: Ensure the household shutoff valve feeding the ice maker is fully open. Straighten any kinks in the supply hose.
• Inspect inlet screen: Disconnect the water line at the ice maker's inlet valve. Remove and clean the small mesh filter screen inside the valve using a soft brush. Rinse thoroughly.
• Test water flow: Briefly open the supply valve with the hose directed into a bucket to confirm strong water flow from the house line.
• Check inlet valve coil: With power off, measure the resistance of the inlet valve coil. Compare to Brandt specifications. Replace the water inlet valve assembly if the coil is open or shorted.
• Leak check: After reassembly, slowly open the water supply and inspect for leaks at all connections before restoring power.