Your ice maker isn’t working… again. It seems like every time it gets fixed, a few months later it’s busted again. Save some money by trying these 6 tips to fix your ice maker yourself!
#1 Freezer Temperature
0° F. is optimal for all freezers. If your freezer is warmer than this, many ice makers will automatically shut off. Try changing your freezer temperature to 0° F. If this was the issue, your ice maker should start making ice again within the hour.
#2 Reinstall Bucket
Take out the ice bucket. Make sure there is nothing behind or below the ice bucket that could be blocking any moving parts. Reinstall the ice bucket properly. It’s a small issue, but it is many times overlooked and could be the cause of your ice maker not working.
#3 Is your Ice Maker on?
It seems silly to ask, but it could be the reason your ice maker is not working. Every fridge puts the “on” switch in a different location. Sometimes the ice bucket or food can accidentally turn off the switch. The ice maker “on” switch is usually located on the control panel, on or behind the ice bucket, or on the inside of the freezer door. Also, be sure to check if the lights turn on when you open the freezer. If they do not turn on, you may have a faulty door switch.
#4 Replace Water Filter
Your water filter should be replaced every 6 months...when was the last time you changed yours? It can be a pain to remember, but if you don’t change it, your filter can become clogged, causing your water to stop running to the ice maker! You can find a water filter at most hardware stores for $30.00-$50.00 a piece.
#5 Frozen Fill Tube
Water enters the ice maker through a small fill tube. If you have bad water pressure, it can cause the tube to freeze. Take a hairdryer and blow warm air on the tube to thaw it out.
#6 Water Line Clogged
If your ice maker isn’t working, it could be due to clogging in the waterline. Pull your fridge out from the wall, turn the water off, pull the plug out from the socket, and finally, unscrew the hose that connects the water to the fridge. Put the hose in a bucket or sink, then turn the water back on. If water doesn’t run, your water line may be clogged or kinked.
Now that you have the tips, which one will you try first? Let us know which tips worked for you!