Problem
Icemaker is not
Refrigerator was recently installed or icemaker recently connected.
making ice
• It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature and
Icemaker is not turned on.
• Locate the icemaker ON/OFF and confirm that it is turned on.
The ice detecting sensor is obstructed.
• Foreign substances or frost on the ice-detecting sensor can interrupt ice production. Make
The refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the supply shutoff valve is not
turned on.
• Connect the refrigerator to the water supply and turn the water shutoff valve fully open.
Icemaker shutoff (arm or sensor) obstructed.
• If your icemaker is equipped with an ice shutoff arm, make sure that the arm moves freely.
Reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply.
• Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the water pressure below the minimum
Ice has bad taste or
Water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.
odor.
• A water filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems. NOTE: In
Icemaker was recently installed.
• Ice that has been stored for too long will shrink, become cloudy, and may develop a stale
The food has not been stored properly in either compartment.
• Rewrap the food. Odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly.
The interior of the refrigerator needs to be cleaned.
• See the Maintenance section for more information.
The ice storage bin needs to be cleaned.
• Empty and wash the bin (discard old cubes). Make sure that the bin is completely dry
Icemaker is making
Icemaker shutoff (arm/ sensor) is obstructed.
too much ice.
• Empty the ice bin. If your icemaker is equipped with an ice shutoff arm, make sure that the
for the icemaker to begin making ice.
sure that the sensor area is clean at all times for proper operation.
If your icemaker is equipped with the electronic ice shutoff sensor, make sure that there is
a clear path between the two sensors.
amount and result in icemaker issues. (Refer to the Connecting the Water Line section.)
some cases, a filter may not help. It may not be possible to remove all minerals/odor/taste
in all water supplies.
taste. Throw away old ice and make a new supply.
before reinstalling it.
arm moves freely. If your icemaker is equipped with the electronic ice shutoff sensor,
make sure that there is a clear path between the two sensors. Reinstall the ice bin and wait
24 hours to confirm proper operation.
Possible Cause & Solution
TROUBLESHOOTING
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