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A Whirlpool refrigerator not making ice may come down to incorrect temperature settings. For proper ice production, the freezer should be set between 0-5°F. If the temperature is too warm, ice may not adequately freeze and can appear smaller or misshapen.
How do you reset a Whirlpool ice maker?
The reset button is usually located at the bottom of the ice maker unit or in some cases at the top or on the bottom of the ice tray. Once located, press the button down for a few seconds until you hear a beep sound. Once you hear the beep sound, let go of the button. Once reset, check if the problem has been solved.
Why does my ice maker not making ice?
If your ice maker isn’t producing ice at all or is producing crescents or cubes that are smaller than usual, it’s typically indicative of a clog somewhere along the supply line. Cause: A common cause for a clog is frozen water in the line. Fix: Locate and replace the water filter.
Will unplugging my fridge reset the ice maker?
Leave the refrigerator unplugged for 5 minutes. This will allow the ice system to reset. After 5 minutes, replug the refrigerator and turn the switch back on. This should cause the ice maker to start working again.
Where is the reset button on ice maker?
The reset button is on the right side of the ice maker – it is a clear, rectangular, rubber button. Press and hold the reset button. For 2010 models or newer: You will hear a chime when the reset begins. For 2009 or older: Press and hold the reset button for a full 10 seconds.
Is there a reset button on a Whirlpool refrigerator?
Some Whirlpool refrigerators allow a soft reset. If your Whirlpool refrigerator is not functioning correctly, locate the door switches inside the refrigerator. Once you find them, press and release them. The fridge display will temporarily go blank and then kick back into normal operation.
How long does it take for Whirlpool refrigerator to make ice?
It will take 6 to 12 hours for the fridge-freezer’s ice maker to make ice after you have installed it. The first three batches of ice cubes should be thrown away to make sure all the ice cubes you use are made from clean water.
Why is my ice dispenser not working?
One of the most common – and innocent – causes of an ice maker that won’t dispense ice is that an ice clump has formed inside. In order to drop the ice cubes from the mold, heat is released to lightly melt them. Sometimes you may need to remove the entire bin or even defrost the ice maker.
How do I unfreeze my ice maker water line?
Apply heat with a hairdryer to the ice maker fill tube, which is usually a white, rubber-like hose. Hold the nozzle of the hairdryer at the front of the ice maker so that the heat will blast into the fill line. Set the hairdryer to its lowest heat setting to avoid melting the plastic lines and parts of the ice maker.
How do I manually reset my ice maker?
Open the front panel and lift up the ice guide to see the ice machine’s evaporator. If there is any ice on the evaporator, allow it to melt before the next step. Unplug the machine and wait 10 seconds. Plug the machine back in and press the ON button.
How often does Whirlpool refrigerator make ice?
A typical ice maker cycle can take up to 90 minutes to produce 8-10 ice cubes. That’s about enough cubes for 1-2 glasses of ice. On average, your ice maker should be producing between 80-90 cubes per day, which is about 3 lbs of ice. Most refrigerator ice maker bins hold between 4-11 pounds of ice.
How do you turn on the fast ice on a Whirlpool?
Press FAST ICE to turn on the Fast Ice feature. When the feature is on, the Fast Ice icon will appear on the dispenser display screen. The Fast Ice setting will remain on for 24 hours unless manually turned off. To manually turn off the Fast Ice feature, press FAST ICE again or adjust the freezer temperature set point.
How do you troubleshoot an ice maker?
Ice Maker Not Making Enough Ice Check your refrigerator and make sure it’s perfectly level. Check your ice maker unit and make sure it’s level. Check the water supply line for damage, pinching, or kinks. Check the fill cup; make sure it’s aligned correctly with the water funnel.
Why does my ice maker freeze up?
What is an Ice Maker Freeze Up? Ice makers freeze up when ice can’t release off the evaporator plate. As water continues to flow over the stuck ice, it continues to form to the point where it becomes a massive block of ice.
How do you manually cycle a Whirlpool ice maker?
Look at the center of the Whirlpool icemaker to find the rotating arm that pushes the ice cubes out. Grab the plastic teeth on the arm, and gently pull them in a clockwise direction. You will hear a slight winding sound. The icemaker should start into its cycle.
How do you reset a Whirlpool side by side refrigerator?
Reset the refrigerator Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) or unpluging the product for 5 – 10 minutes. Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s) or plugging the product back in. Ensure the cooling function is turned on. Test the control panel functionality.