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Not Making Ice - New Installation - Built In Refrigerator

Possible Solutions

New Installation? 

Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait three days for full ice production.

Was the water line installed correctly? 

The refrigerator must be installed to a cold water supply for the ice maker and water dispenser to work. To connect the shutoff valve and the refrigerator, use 1/4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) soft copper or PEX tubing. It is recommended to leave a coil of copper or PEX tubing (service loop) to allow the refrigerator to be pulled out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service or routine cleaning. Water supply lines can be purchased at KitchenAid Purchase Genuine Parts

Check to make sure there are no kinks in the water supply line. A kink can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line to restore adequate water flow and pressure. To help reduce the chances of a pinched water line, do not push the refrigerator too far back against the wall or cabinet.

Is the Ice Maker Turned On? 

A common reason an ice maker does not make ice is that it was accidentally turned off. Sometimes, resetting the ice maker can resolve minor issues. Locate the reset button on your ice maker (consult your manual if unsure) and press and hold it for a few seconds. If your refrigerator doesn't have a reset button, perform a power cycle by unplugging it for one minute and plugging it back in.  Refer to How to Turn the Ice Maker On for more information on using the ice maker. 

If the Ice Maker is not connected to a water supply line but remains turned on, it could cause the following: a buzzing noise, the refrigerator may be too cold, food in the crisper drawers may freeze, and the freezer section may get too cold. 

 

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