Diagnostics show E6; ice maker not responding to commands or not detected by main control.
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 disconnect power before unplugging any connectors.
Steps to resolve:
- Verify power to ice maker: Confirm that the ice maker switch is ON and that the freezer is cold enough (below 15°F / -9°C).
- Inspect harness: Remove the ice maker cover and check the plug connection. Reseat the connector firmly.
- Run ice maker test: If your model supports it, enter diagnostics and run the ice maker test. Listen for motor movement.
If the ice maker does not move during tests and E6 remains, the ice maker assembly usually needs replacement. If a new ice maker does not resolve the error, the main control board may be at fault and should be evaluated by a technician.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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