CIr
GE Appliances
Ice Maker Communication or Motor Error
Display shows CIr and the refrigerator indicates an ice maker-related error, often with no ice production.
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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
Ice maker motor failure, Ice maker position switch fault, Wiring harness issue between ice maker and main board, Main control board communication fault
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before removing the ice maker or accessing wiring.
- Check ice bucket and auger: Remove the ice bucket and verify that no ice is jammed in the auger or around the ice maker. Clear any clumps.
- Inspect ice maker harness: On door-mounted or ceiling-mounted GE ice makers, ensure the wiring connector is fully seated and not damaged.
- Reset the ice maker: Use the on/off switch or test button (if equipped) to reset. Some models require holding the test button for several seconds to initiate a harvest cycle.
- Observe operation: After restoring power, watch for the ice maker to rotate the ejector arm and call for water. If it does nothing, the internal motor or control in the ice maker is likely failed.
- Replace ice maker assembly: If wiring is intact and the main board is not reporting other faults, replacing the complete ice maker assembly is usually the most efficient repair.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Ice Maker Assembly
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