Ice Maker Not Working? Here’s What to Check
Nifty Nashville Appliance Repair provides you access to the top ice maker repair services in Nashville for most major brands.
Here’s what to check before scheduling service.
Ice Maker Is On But Not Dispensing
If your ice maker is producing ice but not dispensing it:
- Make sure nothing is blocking the control arm.
- Food items or ice buildup can jam the mechanism.
- Pull the control arm down to confirm it’s on.
Sometimes, rearranging items in the freezer moves the control arm or switch into the off position.
Check the Electrical Connection
- Unplug the refrigerator.
- Slide it away from the wall.
- Turn off the water supply.
- Find the plug that connects the ice maker to the freezer.
- Make sure it’s firmly connected.
Clear out any existing ice. Use a small amount of warm water to loosen stuck cubes. Then restore power and reactivate the ice maker. Wait 4–5 hours to see if ice begins forming normally.
Check for Frozen Water Lines
If your ice maker isn’t producing ice, frozen lines might be the issue:
- Unplug the fridge.
- Shut off the water valve.
- Use a hair dryer to thaw frozen water lines.
- Some models also have water filters that can freeze—locate and thaw them too.
Ice Size Is Too Small
If your ice cubes are too small:
- Open the ice maker cover.
- Look for a control dial marked with “+” and “–”
- Adjust the setting with a flat-head screwdriver.
Still Not Working?
If none of these steps help, Nifty Nashville Appliance Repair is ready to assist.
Certified ice maker repair techs fix ice makers for most major brands and refrigerator models. Call today to schedule service.
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