Whirlpool Automatic Ice Maker User And Care Manual page 18

Troubleshooting
Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any
kind. Please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost of a
service call.
PROBLEM
Unit does
not
run
POSSIBLE CAUSE
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Cycle Control Knob must be in the "ON" position.
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Check to see that power cord is plugged in.
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Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker in electrical supply
to machine.
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Room temperature must be above 55°F (13°C). Otherwise, bin
thermostat may sense cold room temperature and shut off even
though bin is not full of ice. Also, unit may not restart once it does
shut off.
Unit runs but
produces
no ice
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Cycle Control Knob must be in the "ON" position.
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Check water supply to make sure it is open.
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If ice maker is to be operated at an elevation of 2,000 feet (600 m) or
more above sea level, both the Bin Thermostat and the Ice Thickness
Thermostat will need to be recalibrated. Call your dealer or an autho-
rized service group to have the necessary changes made.
Unit runs but
produces very
little ice
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Room temperature may be extremely high, more than 90°F (32°C).
In this case, it is normal for ice production to be low.
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Dirt or lint may be blocking the airflow through the condenser.
Condenser needs to be cleaned.
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Check to see if the unit has a scale buildup in water and freezing
system. Clean, if necessary.
Grid is not
cutting ice
sheets
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Check the grid harness plug to make sure the connection is secure.
Taste in ice
cubes
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There may be an unusually high mineral content in water supply.
Water may need to be filtered or treated.
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Do not store any foods in the ice bin.
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Packaging material not all removed.
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