Tristar Insufficient Ice Cube Size

Ice maker produces ice, but cubes are very small or hollow.

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Possible Causes

Low water level in reservoir, Partially blocked water distribution tube, Misadjusted ice thickness sensor, Scale buildup on evaporator

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before cleaning internal parts.

Steps to improve cube size:

  • Fill reservoir: Ensure the water tank is filled to the indicated max line with clean, preferably filtered water.
  • Clean water system: Remove the ice basket and water tray. Clean the water distribution tube and nozzles with a soft brush to remove blockages.
  • Descale evaporator: Run a cleaning cycle with a recommended descaling solution to remove mineral deposits from the evaporator plate.
  • Adjust thickness (if available): Some Tristar models allow adjusting cube size via the control panel or a small trim pot on the control board. Follow the user manual to increase ice thickness slightly.
  • Check thickness sensor: Ensure the Tristar ice thickness probe is clean and correctly positioned.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Tristar Ice Thickness Sensor / Probe
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