No ice production; ice maker not making ice but water dispenser works.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off the ice maker and unplug the refrigerator before removing the ice maker or thawing ice.
Step 1 – Verify ice maker is ON:
- Check the ice maker power switch or control setting.
Step 2 – Check for frozen fill tube:
- Inspect the fill tube entering the ice maker for ice blockage.
- Thaw gently with a hair dryer on low.
Step 3 – Force cycle/test ice maker (if available):
- Use the test button or jumper procedure per the tech sheet to initiate a cycle.
- If the ice maker does not move or fill, replace the ice maker assembly.
Step 4 – Confirm water supply to ice maker:
- Even if the dispenser works, the ice side of the dual valve could be faulty; test and replace the dual water inlet valve if needed.
When to call a technician: If no obvious cause is found, professional diagnostics are recommended.
Repair Difficulty
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