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If your refrigerator is not working and you have an ice maker will shutting th ice maker off stop the water flow?
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∙ 14y ago
I don't think so; generally there is a line that runs from the water source (sink or what have you) that should have a shut off valve located somewhere along the line. You should be able to see where the line connects at the back of your refrigerator and hopefully track it back to the source. It's frequently under the kitchen sink. Hope this helps!
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What would cause a refrigerator ice maker to overflow and run water into the ice cube tray?
DIRTY ICE MAKER WATER VALVE OR BROKEN VALVE
Ice maker Refrigerator Repair?
Most refrigerators in use today have ice makers that may stop working from time to time. The refrigerator’s ice maker receives its water supply from a water valve. The water valve is the first component of the refrigerator that should be checked when there is a malfunction with the ice maker. To operate, the ice maker closes an electric circuit enabling the water valve to open. Water will then flow through the water valve into the ice maker. The ice maker will then begin the process of making ice cubes and placing them in the ice tray. The water valve has a filter that keeps out particles from entering into the ice maker through the water supply. These particles can sometimes build up at the water valve filter and may even block the flow of water to the ice maker. When the flow of water in the water valve is restricted due to build up, it can cause the still water freeze in the valve. One solution is to heat the water valve with a hair dryer to melt the ice buildup in the ice maker. Be careful not to heat the plastic of the refrigerator too much causing it to melt. These particles can also lock the valve in the open position filling up the ice maker to excess. Sometimes an open solenoid coil winding can cause the valve to remain closed. This will not allow the water to flow to the ice maker as the plunger remains closed. In order to do further tests on the refrigerator to determine the fault with the ice maker is to test the current flow. This will not only be a safer measure for you as you attempt to repair your ice maker, but will also ensure the various components are operating as they should. Your diagnosis will most likely be related to the water valve, but if your refrigerator is old it could mean your ice maker needs to be replaced. Occasionally the electrical connections can sometimes get short circuited or disconnected during use. Thoroughly examine all the parts of your refrigerator with the proper tools and testing equipment.
What is the most common solution for when an ice maker doesn't work in a refrigerator?
Check the water line.
What will happen if you put a water on a container and place it inside the refrigerator?
Nothing ,if the refrigerator is working properly. If you put water in the freezer it will become ice.
How do install a water line into a refrigerator ice maker?
I've changed the Ice maker and the wated controler on the back of the Frige.... But when I turn the Ice maker on nothing happens. It's been on several hours now and no water has filled the the resovoir. I am thinking that the device should rotate and will release water into the resovoior. Is this correct or should water flow in once it's hooked-up?
How do you repair an ice maker on an Amana refrigerator if it is not receiving water after it passes through pipe in the back?
Check the water solenoid valves. On our Kenmore the valves had begun to stick causing the ice maker to fail as it is a timed cycle to fill the tray.
How do you get rid of a chemical smell in fridge and ice maker?
Wash out the refrigerator thoroughly. Wipe out with a baking soda/water solution. Then, place a container of coffee grounds in the closed refrigerator for a few days. That should remove/reduce the odor.
How many refrigerator have a water filters?
Usually if there is water/ice through the door it will have a filter. Some that have ice makers will also have a filter. Even if your refrigerator does not have a filter but does have an ice maker consider installing one in the water supply line, the installation can be a DIY task. Note: As an example of the style of water filter I usually install is linked below.
Why is refrigerator water warm?
but you just put the water in the refrigerator
Ice maker does not work but water despenser does. Any ideas?
If your ice maker isn't working and your water despenser is, it is most likely that your ice maker is having a problem freezing the water. Without a more detailed examination, it is impossible to say what exactly is wrong. You should call the company that manufactured the product and ask for help.
Where is ice maker water valve?
It is where the supply line is attached to a water line. May be under the kitchen sink or in the basement under the refrigerator in the closest supply line. Should be a hot water line. Hot water because most of the minerals stay in the water heater and the water in the supply line will be cold from sitting. Someone may have put a shutoff at the floor behind the refrigerator, but I doubt it.
Water dispenser in refrigarator not working?
Check out the water filter. It's located in the back of the refrigerator under a plastic cap that screws off. You may want to move objects in the refrigerator away from where the filter is, because a little water might spill out when you take off the cap. Pull the filter out with your hand and examine it.
