Display shows 39E; ice maker stops producing ice, and ice room may be warm.
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: Disconnect power before working in the ice room.
Step 1 – Run ice maker test:
- Press and hold the ice maker Test/Reset button for 3 seconds.
- Listen for fan operation and movement; if silent, suspect the ice room fan.
Step 2 – Inspect the ice room:
- Remove the ice bucket and any covers.
- Check for frost buildup around the ice room fan vents.
- Defrost any ice with a hair dryer on low, keeping it moving.
Step 3 – Check the ice room fan (advanced):
- Unplug the refrigerator.
- Access the Ice Room Fan Motor behind the ice room panel.
- Inspect wiring and test the fan for continuity with a multimeter.
- Replace the fan if open or seized.
Step 4 – Inspect heater and sensor:
- Locate the ice maker heater and sensor; check for obvious damage.
- Replace the Ice Maker Assembly if internal components are faulty.
When to call a technician: If fan, heater, and sensor all test good, the issue may be with the Main PCB or ice maker control and should be professionally diagnosed.
Repair Difficulty
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