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Troubleshooting
Ice and water
Problem Possible causes What to do
Ice maker is
not producing
enough ice or ice is
malformed.
Ice maker has just been
installed or a large amount
of ice has been used.
Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin or
for ice maker to restock after emptied.
Water pressure is too low. Low water pressure can cause valve to leak.
Water pressure must be between 35 to 100
pounds per square inch to function properly.
A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square
inch is recommended for refrigerators with
water filters.
Water filter is clogged or
needs to be changed.
Change water filter (see page 25).
Ice forms in inlet
tube to ice maker.
Water pressure is too low. Water pressure must be between 35 to 100
pounds per square inch to function properly.
A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square
inch is recommended for refrigerators with
water filters.
Saddle valve not open
completely.
Open saddle valve completely.
Freezer temperature is too
high.
See temperature controls, page 12 or 16.
Freezer temperature should be between 0° to
2° F (-18° to -17° C).
Refrigerator is
leaking water.
Plastic tubing was used to
complete water connection.
It is recommended copper tubing is used
for installation. Plastic is less durable and
can cause leakage. The manufac turer is not
responsible for property damage due to
improper installation or water connection.
Improper water valve was
installed.
See connecting the water supply,
pages 9 – 10. Self-piercing and ⁄” (4.7 mm)
saddle valves cause low water pressure and
may clog the line over time. The manufacturer
is not responsible for property damage due to
improper installation or water connection.