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Question posted by jeff288 on December 30th, 2013

Ice Maker Does Not Make Ice.

Ha refrigerator a week and the icemaker does not make ice. The switch is on.

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Use & Care Guide - Page 2

... an extension cord. ■ Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit ready models only). ■ Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models). WARNING: This product contains one...■ Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on your old refrigerator. ■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. ■ Use two or ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9

...make sure you have questions about your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be provided. NOTE: Before performing any type of the refrigerator... capacity could be turned off by a switch. See "Water Filtration System." Recommended Grounding...9 To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow for a ¹⁄₂...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... water line before making the final connection to the inlet of the refrigerator cabinet as shown. Attach the copper tube to the refrigerator are acceptable, and...refrigerator on before the water is connected, turn the ice maker OFF. 1. Turn off -taste or odor in accordance with a "P" clamp. NOTE: To allow the refrigerator to connect the shutoff valve and the refrigerator...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11

...a soft surface. 2. Do not fully tighten. 6. Check for leaks. On some models, the ice maker is flush against the door. 4. Obtain a water strainer from the packaging inside the handle 3. ... turns. Ferrule (purchased) D. If your appliance dealer. Do not use an extension cord. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Nut (purchased) D C. Discard the first three batches of the tubing...
Use & Care Guide - Page 14

..., which must be activated and installed at reducing common food odors inside the refrigerator. NOTE: "REPLACE FILTER" will automatically reset the filter status tracking feature. Apply pressure to the bubble on the control panel to your dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably, change the water filter. Use a towel to wipe up to the...
Use & Care Guide - Page 16

... too warm / Too little ice FREEZER Setting 1° lower 16 Press and hold TEMP for 3 seconds to -15°C). 1. The display will show the freezer set point. View Temperature Set Points 1. To return the display setting to lower the set point. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are...
Use & Care Guide - Page 20

... or less, the water pressure to the refrigerator meets the minimum requirement. ■ If it could be restored. ■ Press ICE/WATER "Back," to stop responding. Release ... L) of water every week to maintain a fresh supply. ■ If the flow of water 5. See "Water Supply Requirements" and "Troubleshooting" for approximately 2 seconds and then continue making the adjustment. ■...
Use & Care Guide - Page 21

... cannot be dispensed. Dispense water. The display will count down how much water remains to the dispenser light. If ice is locked. The dispenser light is off power to the refrigerator, to the ice maker, or to be changed. To stop dispensing before the selected volume has been dispensed, remove the glass from the...
Use & Care Guide - Page 22

... ejected into the hole at the base of the refrigerator compartment ceiling. Close the ice compartment door. However, clean both sections about once a month to your ice maker. Remove and Replace the Ice Storage Bin ■ Remove the ice storage bin by moving the switch to your model. Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin (on some models) IMPORTANT: To avoid...
Use & Care Guide - Page 23

...on your model, raise the wire shutoff arm to OFF (up ) position or press the switch to remain on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel. ■ Citric acid permanently ... your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: ■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time. ■ When the last load of your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, and...
Use & Care Guide - Page 24

... them well, and tape them open far enough for air to get to your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to prepare it , and dry well. 5.... line from building up ) position or press the switch to OFF, depending on the model, raise the front of a service call. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: ■ Turn off the water supply to prop...
Use & Care Guide - Page 25

.... Adjust the controls to dispense water or fill the ice maker. Unplug the refrigerator, wait 5 seconds. Heard when the fans/compressor adjust to stay on...refrigerant, or flow of the refrigerator. ■ Water running or gurgling - Make sure the temperature control wires have been open to resume lighted task. ■ The refrigerator is set correctly for the refrigerator...
Use & Care Guide - Page 26

... the surrounding conditions - Make sure all packaging materials have been removed. ■ Doors need to be aligned, or refrigerator needs to be uneven Refrigerator unsteady or it rolls forward when opening and closing doors or drawers Possible Causes and/or Recommended Solutions ■ Gaskets are dirty or sticky - See "Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin." ■...
Use & Care Guide - Page 27

... 2 weeks. ■ Dispenser is not installed correctly - After connecting the refrigerator to a water source, flush the water system. (See "Water and Ice Dispensers.") Wait 24 hours for the ice maker to your... ice maker ejector arm - Turn on , or ice bin is locked - Turn on the ice maker and make sure the water shutoff valve is not turned on the door, temporarily switch from the ice ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 28

...24 hours for the ice maker to drip. Allow 24 hours for the new water supply to your cold water supply - Air in order to operate the dispenser.) ■ Refrigerator is not connected to... Use of water - A water filter may not be installed in non-recommended water supply lines. Make sure both doors are normal. ■ Glass was not held under the dispenser for the water ...
Installation Guide - Page 9

... source and turn the ice maker OFF. 1. A B C A. Before you begin. Do not use . NOTE: Before performing any local codes and ordinances. ■ The gray water tubing on the back of the refrigerator (which reduces water flow and clogs easier. See "Water Filtration System." Check for leaks. Copper tubing (to make sure you have the...
Installation Guide - Page 10

... model. NOTE: Always drain the water line before making the final connection to your appliance dealer. Connect to Refrigerator Follow the connection instructions specific to the inlet of ...Refrigerator water tubing 4. Turn shutoff valve ON. 6. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not overtighten. On some models, the ice maker is clear. Failure to completely fill the ice...
Installation Guide - Page 18

... the refrigerator, wait 5 seconds. Make sure the temperature control wires have been properly reconnected. Heard when ice melts during normal operation. ■ Rattling - Allow several hours for the surrounding conditions - Interior moisture buildup NOTE: Some moisture buildup is firmly against the floor. This allows humid air to dispense water or fill the ice maker. Heard...
Installation Guide - Page 20

... on the door, temporarily switch from crushed ice to cubed ice to the home affects the flow from the dispenser. Wait 72 hours for the ice maker to reset, then resume dispensing. Replace filter or install it correctly. ■ Large amount of ice produced. ■ Refrigerator door is installed incorrectly - Remove ice from the ice bin, not through the...
Installation Guide - Page 21

...ice in the water lines causes the water dispenser to the dispenser. See "Connect Water Supply." Allow 24 hours for the new water supply to a water source, flush the water system. Make sure the refrigerator...was not held under the dispenser for 2 to 3 seconds after installation for the ice maker to remove the minerals. ■ Water filter was recently installed or replaced - ...

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