Fisher & Paykel
Ice Maker Overfill and Freeze-Up
Ice maker freezes solid into a block of ice around the mold and mechanism.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Sticking water inlet valve, incorrect fill adjustment, cracked mold leaking water into mechanism, control board repeatedly triggering fill
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off water and disconnect power before defrosting the ice maker.
- Step 1 – Defrost assembly: Remove the ice bin and allow the ice maker to thaw completely. Use towels to catch water.
- Step 2 – Inspect mold and housing: Look for cracks or warping that could allow water to spill into moving parts. Replace the ice maker assembly if damaged.
- Step 3 – Test valve for seepage: With water on and ice maker off, check if water drips into the fill tube. Replace the Fisher & Paykel water inlet valve if it leaks.
After repair, monitor several cycles to ensure the mold fills and drains correctly without freeze-up.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Ice Maker Assembly
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