Kenmore Ice Maker not Working

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You are using the ice maker but due to some reasons your Kenmore Ice maker not working right ?.

And you are facing this unusual problem in your Kenmore ice maker.

It’s easy to solve .

I have solved all your problems for which reasons your Kenmore Ice maker not working .

So you dont have to be worried for that.

I am here with you . I have solved this types of problems so many times .

i promise you that you also solve this problem in your appliance.

just because I am also using this same Kenmore ice maker in my home.

In this article i have covered the all types of problems of the Kenmore ice maker and provided the best valuable solutions for your queries.

So read the article fully for best and perfect solutions for your problems.

So let’s dive into the deep informations for best solutions.

Kenmore Ice maker not working

Kenmore ice maker not working

So generally when we listen about the ice maker it means to the appliance which is used to making ice .

This the ice maker generally we get in the refrigerator to making ice .

But it is also being used as the industrial machine to produce the large amount of ice.

And this the ice maker appliance can be used as the free standing – alone appliance to making ice.

But some times this ice maker can’t work properly due to some reasons .

That’s the all reasons i have mentioned in below and their solutions.

why is my kenmore ice maker not working

There are some major reasons due to which your Kenmore ice maker not working properly.

So these are the all major reasons which really don’t allow your Kenmore ice maker to making ice.

  1. Due to defrost thermostat.
  2. Problem in control board.
  3. Problem in the heating and cooling temperature sensor.
  4. Problem in frozen evaporator coils.
  5. Problem in evaporator fan motor.
  6. Defect in water inlet valve.
  7. Due to insufficient pressure.
  8. Clogged in water filter.
  9. Problem in water supply line.
  10. Due to blockage in water dispenser.

So these are the major reasons due to which your Kenmore ice maker nit working properly.

How to diagnose Kenmore refrigerator ice maker issues

When your Kenmore ice maker not working then you must have to  fix this problem.

Ice maker

And to fixing this problem is quite easy and simple.

You can do it by yourself.

So don’t need to be worried for that.

I have mentioned here the process for how can you diagnose your Kenmore ice maker.

You must have to follow the sequences of the process and that makes you easy to work to fixing this problem.

So for the safety precautions you need to do all these things first . That’s mentioned below.

  1. First of all you must have to unplug the power supply of your refrigerator, so that it can prevent you from any potential electric shock during examine it.
  2. Then now remove the ice bucket from your refrigerator and also the any remaining ice cube , so anything doesn’t disturb you during the testing and repair.
  3. And then now you must have to disconnect the water supply valve , so that water will not flow into your refrigerator during the working process.

So these are the things that you must have to do with your refrigerator for safety purpose before you start to fix the problem. It helps refrigerator in consume less AMP .

Then follow the next .

Can you fix a Kenmore fridge ice maker yourself?

Ice maker

Yes you can fix this problem by yourself.

And it’s quite easy simple to fix it.

So you don’t have to take any tension in your mind .

I have explained below the proper steps of the process .

And just you have to follow that process to fix the problem easily.

So these are the best easy process which you must have to follow.

  1. Connect the power supply to your refrigerator.
  2. Then you need to switch on the power switch.
  3. Then make sure that your ice maker appliance is power Connected.
  4. Then switch on the Kenmore ice maker appliance.
  5. Observe the display control panel system of the refrigerator for appropriate temperature settings.
  6. Then you must have to set the temperature of the refrigerator at (37°F)and the freezer a between (0°F to -18°F ).
  7. Then turn the switch OFF and turn it ON again the power switch of the ice maker appliance.
  8. Then check the refrigerator door latch wiring system , it must be perfect.
  9. Then now reset the Kenmore ice maker appliance by pressing the reset button for 3 seconds.
  10. Now you must have to make clean and clear the compacted ice particles from the ice bin.
  11. Then you need to unblock the bail arm , paddle arm or the IR sensor of the appliance.
  12. And make sure that the water supply is perfect and clear.
  13. And here you must have to set the water pressure between 40- 120 PSI, that’s providing the refrigerator.
  14.  Check the life function of the water filter , if it’s working good then it’s ok otherwise if it’s not and more than 6 months old then replace it.
  15. Fill the tube of the ice maker.
  16. Then defrost it.
  17. And then cross check the total system for any other issue.

So these are the best and proper steps to fix when your Kenmore ice maker not working due to any unusual reasons.

If still you are facing the any issue in any part of the appliance then you must have to replace that part.

For replacing the any part of the appliance you need to know about how to order the parts for replacement of the appliance. That’s mentioned in next.

 

How to order Kenmore refrigerator replacement parts

When you have the Kenmore refrigerator and due to some reasons some parts of the refrigerator appliance are not working .

Then you need to replace them by a new one of the parts .

So for that you need to detect the faulty part of the refrigerator which is really not working.

If your Kenmore refrigerator is old one and it’s service warranty is expired then you need to purchase the defective part from the any nearby Kenmore refrigerator care.

And if you have the new ne of the Kenmore refrigerator then you can get the opportunity of  free replacement of that faulty part.

So for that you need to do this .

  1. Uncover the Kenmore refrigerator
  2. Locate the sticker on the sidewall of refrigerator in which given the details about refrigerator appliance.
  3. Then note down the exact model number of your refrigerator.
  4. Then must have to the site from where you have ordered the appliance  and fill up the form for replacement of the appliance.

So these are the processes of replacement of the refrigerator parts.

kenmore ice maker not working but
water dispenser is

When your Kenmore ice maker not working but your dispenser is working , it is just a normal problem .Water dispenser

So you don’t have be worried for this problem.

You can easily solve this issue by yourself .

So you need to know these all processes to fix this problem.

When your dispenser is working but your Kenmore ice maker not working means there is a problem in the water supply.

This problem occurs due to the low water pressure in the appliance .

So you need to fix this problem.

  1. So here you have to check the water pressure that’s feeding to the appliance.
  2. And you need to set the water pressure at the perfect PSI.
  3. The water pressure of the appliance should be set down minimum at the 40 PSI .
  4. After setting is done then cross check the appliance and run it.

So this is the easiest and simple process to fix your appliance.

kenmore ice maker not working red
light blinking

Kenmore Red light

This the problem sometimes shows in every refrigerator.

So you also don’t need to be worried for this small problem.

This sometimes shows due to problems in the ice bin .

So you need to check your ice bin first.

But you need to keep in mind all these things.

  1. Firstly you need to check the power Connection to the ice maker is secured .
  2. And the power switch of ice maker is turned ON .
  3. And the arm should be in the down position.
  4. And then clear and remove the compacted ice particles from the bin.( Because arm could be stucked in the compacted ice particles).
  5. So remove the ice bin and check out for the arm sticking in the ice.

This is the simple process for fixing the problem when your appliance indicate with red light flashing.

But happens due to a reason which you must know for the best life of the refrigerator.

Why is my ice maker light blinking red?

If you don’t know about that why your ice maker is blinking red light ?

Then it’s ok.. and it’s normal in the every refrigerator and ice maker appliance.

This is the reason why your ice maker is blinking red flash light.

It’s due the only one reason that’s low water pressure in the appliance.

You need to know that in every ice maker appliance the control system of the appliance checks the amount and pressure of the water within every 20 minutes.

When the water get restored in the appliance then the unit also get reset automatically.

Amd in this case if the water pressure and quantity is deficit in the appliance then it indicates you with the red flash light.

So here you have to do for to fixing this issue is ,

Whenever the auger motor of the appliance doesn’t work and if your appliance is overloaded or showing the indication by red light flashing then just reset the appliance by ON – OFF button.

And here you can fix this issue easily by this method of process in your appliance by yourself.

kenmore ice maker not working
youtube

So as you know when you have the Kenmore ice maker and that’s not working properly then you must have to solve your problems by yourself.

And it’s completely easy process.

So for that you must watch this video tutorials if your Kenmore ice maker not working.

kenmore ice maker not working but
water worksWater

So when you face the problem in your Kenmore appliance like your Kenmore ice maker not working but the water line is working properly.

For that you need to know something which is most valuable for your safety of the appliance.

This the problem happens due the some specific reasons that’s give below.

  1. Low water pressure.
  2. High temperature
  3. Fault in water inlet valve

So these are the major reasons due to which your Kenmore ice maker not working.

So you need fix this issue by following this sequence of process.

You must follow this process to fixing the issue.

The ice maker can’t make the ice due to High temperature.

And this allows the water flow through the mold at the temperature more than 20°F.

So here before you Shutdown the water valve and water flow into the freezer you must have to  set the temperature of the refrigerator at or under the 20°F.

And set the water pressure minimum at 40PSI.

By following this method of process you can easily fix this issue.

kenmore ice maker not working no waterNo water

Okk .. if you are facing this issue in your Kenmore ice maker appliance that your Kenmore ice maker not working and also the water is not working.

So to fixing this issue in your appliance you meed to know the reason first.

These are the major reasons if your Kenmore ice maker not working along with the water too.

  1. Blocking in water dispenser.
  2. Problem in water supply line.
  3. Due to clogging in the water filter.

So you need to clean the blockage of the water dispenser and check the clogging in the water supply line.

And also you need to make clear and clean the water filter of the appliance.

Then you can run your appliance.

kenmore ice maker not working
after power outage

This is also the problem for many users that their Kenmore ice maker not working after power outage.

Power outage

This happens due the less voltage in the supply.

And due to the less voltage of the supply line the appliance can’t run .

So when you face the same problem in your Kenmore refrigerator you must have to do this all things

  1. Check the all parts of the appliance that’s perfectly in working condition.
  2. Bring the voltage stabilizer .
  3. And do the Connection with main power line .
  4. And also with the ice make appliance..

By this method you can fix this outrage voltage amd power issue in your home appliance.

kenmore ice maker not working fan not workingEvaporator motor fan

Sometimes this also the problem for many Kenmore ice maker users and they don’t get the answer anywhere to fix this problem .

If are you facing the same problem that your Kenmore ice maker not working along with that fan is also not working.

then you dont have to be worried for that.

This the problem can occur due to two major problem.

  1. Fan blades get bent.
  2. Motor of the fan is not working.

So to fixing this issue you must have to be aware for this reason.

If your fab blades are got bent then you need to replace them from any fan Shop or the Amazon online store .

Amd if your Motor of the fan has got burnt or it’s damaged then also you need to repair or replace it from the any nearby fan shop or the Amazon online store.

So this cam be solved easily by replacing them.

Kenmore ice maker not working and its not the pump

Ice maker pump

When your Kenmore ice maker not working and also the pump is also not working then you can solve the problems by this method.

When you Kenmore ice maker and the pump is also not working means your water can’t get into the Kenmore refrigerator.

This can be due to the major reasons like.

  1. Problem in the water inlet valve
  2. Clogged in the water line .
  3. Water pump wire Connection issue.
  4. Water pump is damaged.

This are the major reasons due to which your Kenmore ice maker not working along with that the pump is also not working.

So you need to fix them.

  1. Check the water inlet valve if it’s not working properly.
  2. If you get any clog in the water line then clean it.
  3. And if you get any fault in the water line then replace the water inlet valve.
  4. Then check the water pump.
  5. Check the wiring condition if it’s disconnected.
  6. If disconnected then connect it securely ( after disconnect the power supply)
  7. If the motor pump is damaged then replace it.

By following this following methods your Kenmore ice maker will work again without any issue.

kenmore ice maker not working 2 flashes

When your Kenmore ice maker not working and it’s flashing then you can get over of this issue by following this steps.

But before that you must have to the reason due to which this problem is happening.

  1. Water filter problem( clean or replace it)
  2. Optical sensor problem( repair it)
  3. Manipulating the ice maker( set it at the right place)
  4. Freezer temperature changes( should be (0°F to -18°F)

This are the major reasons due to which your Kenmore ice maker not working and it’s flashing.

So you need to fix them if you get any default in them by replacing them.

 

kenmore ice maker not working metal arm

Ice maker metal arm

If the metal arm of the Kenmore ice maker not working then you should follow this steps.

These are the reasons due to which your Kenmore ice maker not working.

  1. Any interior part is broken.
  2. Metal arm is stucked in the up position.

These are the major reasons due to them the Kenmore ice maker not working.

If your Kenmore ice maker not working due to this reasons then you have to fix them .

And it’s a very easy process.

  1. Find the broken interior parts
  2. Then replace it
  3.  And if your metal arm is stuck in up position.
  4. Then make it down position( known as harvest cycle).
  5. And prevent the manual process to down the metal arm.

So you can fix this problem as well.

kenmore ice maker not working on refrigerator

Ice maker on refrigerator

Sometimes it happens and  your Kenmore ice maker not working on refrigerator then there can be these following issues.

  1. Default in the freezing evaporator coil.
  2. Damaged in evaporator fan motor.

Due to which the water can’t be frozen inside the refrigerator .

And the Kenmore ice maker not working for that reason.

So you must have to check the evaporator coil in the ice maker .

And make confirm that it’s enough fine or not .

If it’s not good enough then you must replace this part .

new kenmore ice maker not working

Ice maker

you have the new Kenmore ice maker that’s now working right ?

Then don’t worry for that.

It’s very simple.

You don’t have to do anything like hard work.

just You should have to do all these processes so that you can replace this defective appliance.

If you get any defected parts in the new Kenmore ice maker.

Just you should have to follow these steps..

If you have ordered online then you must have to open that website from where you have ordered .

  1.  Open the website ( From where you have ordered).
  2. Click on the MY ORDER .
  3. Then select tye appliance which you have ordered .
  4. Click on that appliance
  5. Scroll down upto you get the option to return tye appliance.
  6. Then click on return options.
  7. Then write in the space for what reason you want to return the appliance.
  8. Then submit it.

That’s all then automatically you get the the call from the delivery men and they’ll replace the defective appliance in same cost.

And if you want the another model then you must select the model and give  order for the replacement.

But you must keep in mind that you can replace your appliance within specific the given duration ..

That the time is give in the website by the manufacturing company .

You must have to replace the appliance within that time period.

 

And if the parts are all good but the appliance is not working .. then

You must have to check out for the default in your Kenmore ice maker.

And mind for these major reasons to not working the appliance.

  1. Water dispensers clogged
  2. Filter is clogged
  3. Fault or clogged in th water filter line.

So you must have to check for these major reasons.

Amd then fix them by cleaning the clogged.

 

old kenmore ice maker not working

Ice maker

You have the old Kenmore ice maker right ? And that’s not working .

So when you have that defected appliance and that Kenmore ice maker appliance not working.

So for that you need to reset the Kenmore ice maker first.

And it’s simple and easy to reset the  old Kenmore ice maker.

These are the processes to reset the onld Kenmore ice maker Step by step.

  1. Firstly remove the ice bucket from the front of the ice maker.
  2. But in some models you get the button to remove the ice bucket.
  3. Then pull it off
  4. Remove the ice tray
  5. Locate the reset button
  6. Press the reset button for 3 seconds.

Then it get reset automatically.

So these are the most easy process to fix the problem when your Kenmore ice maker not working .

But to making the ice in the high or enough amount of scale you need a best quality of the ice maker.

And nowadays there are some ice makers  really best amd compatible for making ice .

But most of the people don’t know how to select the best quality model of the ice maker.

And they choose the wrong model then get stucked in issues and face so many problems.

So if you also really need the best quality of the ice maker model then you must choose the following suggested models .

They provide you the best services and facilities and they have the best Special Features in these models.

If you want only the ice maker appliance or the frees standing model of the ice maker to produce the large amount of ice cubes .

Like for the comercial perspective then you must choose this model of ice maker appliance.

This will give you the best qualities and facilities in your commercial( businesses) line .

I am also using this model of ice maker in my restaurant .

You must also use this model of ice maker in your home or business ( commercial line).

This is the best ice maker appliance which is mostly recommended by the experts.

Expert

1. DECO CHEF

 

Best qualities and service facilities and best Special Features about this model.

  1. This company provides you the best secure delivery service though the online platform.
  2. You can run this ice maker for( 24×7 day ).
  3. This model provides you the best 3 years of protection plans.
  4. It provides you 1-year manufacturing protection plans and other 2- years provides you tye best CPS protection plans.
  5. This comes in the DECO CHEF brand, that’s most trusted brand.
  6. This provides you the best size dimensions of 15.7″D x 17.5″W x 31.3″H, this is considered as the best size to produce ice.
  7. This the model provides you the 115V which is easy to operate in home supplied electricity power.
  8. It’s the best High capacity ice machine.
  9. It has the capacity to make 4.1 LB of ice cube per hour.
  10. This model provides you capacity of upto 33 pounds at once.
  11. You can produce 99 pounds of ice per day.
  12. It has the best LCD display that provides you the temperature of inside and outside of the model.
  13. This is made up of full stainless steel materials .. it known as best materials in construction.
  14. This provides you the best services qualities and Special Features ( it has self cleaning system, it cleans you ice by itself)

2. SAMSUNG

And for the home use. The best quality of refrigerator has given below.

It is the refrigerator it’s best for the home use and  you can produce the adequate  amount of  ice .

you must use  this refrigerator, it’s safe to purchase  the refrigerator online.

this is the best for your kitchen and home .

Just because I’m also the user of this refrigerator model.

I have been using this refrigerator model  in my home kitchen .

And it’s still working with standard condition like a BOSS in my kitchen.

If also need the refrigerator in your home or kitchen then don’t be doubted you must have to choose this model of refrigerator.

This is the best model one according to this modern world.

It provides you the best modern services facilities and best Special Features .

Best qualities and services facilities and Special Features of this refrigerator model.

  1. This SAMSUNG company provides you the best secure delivery services through tye platform so you don’t have go anywhere for this.
  2.  This provides you the best in size dimensions of 28.75 x 35.75 x 70 inches.
  3. This the model provides you the best 24 cubic feet of the capacity. Which is best for the home.
  4. It the best free standing refrigerator model it provides you most secure portable installation system. You can change the place when you want.
  5. This the model of refrigerator is known as the FRENCH DOOR style . that’s most popular in every corner of the world.
  6. This the model provides you the best Special Features of  water dispenser .
  7. And this the model of refrigerator is made up of the best stainless steel materials, as you know that’s known as best materials for the appliance construction.
  8. This provides you the best 3 designed door. That’s FRENCH MODEL DOORS.
  9. And this model provides you the best 30 days guarantee return policy. Any how without any tension you can return this model ..
  10. It doesn’t affect your legal rights of 30 days guarantee return policy.

 

 

 

3.ANUKIS

And if you want a normal size of the refrigerator for your home and kitchen.

Then you must select this one that given below.

Just because i have my own experience of using this refrigerator model.

I have been used this model for 11 years and still it’s working in my kitchen.

 

 

Best qualities and facilities and tye Special Features of this refrigerator model.

  1. It has the best and secure delivery service through the online platform.
  2. This the model provides you the perfect size dimensions of 17.91″D x 15.75″W x 35.28″H.
  3. It also provides you the best amd perfect capacity of the 3.5 cubic feet.
  4. It has the best freezer – on – top configuration.
  5. It provides you the best quality of RED premium colour looks.
  6. This the model has the best adjustable shelves system.
  7. And you get in the model of refrigerator the table top installation system, you can also use as portable one.
  8. It provides you the best and 2 different door system.
  9. And it’s defrost system is manual. That’s great .
  10. And it can work and run at the minimum voltage 110V of AC power supply.

 

 

FAQS :

 

How long do ice makers last?

The average lifestyle of the normal ice maker is 5 years.

Is fridge ice good to eat?

You can eat ice in limited amount but not so much otherwise your teeth can ne damaged.

Do ice makers purify water?

Yes the ice makers purify water.

Conclusion:

So in this today’s article i have mentioned and provided tye best valuable informations .

about the query Kenmore ice maker not working and its related all queries.

Amd i hope you got the best solutions in this article.

And i request you to assume me as your friendly brother  so don’t be hesitated to ask me any problem.

So if you didn’t get the answer and if you have any other question in your mind you must ask me in the comment section.

I really love to give your answer . Thank you.