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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
What does a water inlet valve on Ice maker do?
Opens and closes an internal valve to provide/cut-off water to the icemaker - responds to pressure signal from the ice-maker to deliver/cutoff water - ice-maker signal activates an electric solenoid that open/closes the valve for water flow.
Why does automatic ice maker make ice then turn off?
The automatic ice maker has a bale wire that detects if there is ice in the bucket. If it is full, the ice maker turns off.
Why does the ice maker make ice then turn off?
There is a overflow switch to stop the ice maker when the tray is at a certain level.
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.
Can you use a refrigerator without connecting the ice maker?
Yes. There is usually a mechanism to turn off the ice maker, either a switch, or by raising the lever that senses the ice level.
Why does sub zero water supply to ice maker freeze up?
It could be that your water inlet valve is weeping. This means that a very small amount of water is passing through the valve constantly. Your inlet valve is a triple valve that supplies water to the ice maker and the water in the door, one to filter. The triple valve has three solenoids and three separate diaphragms and flow washers. If one side fails you must change the entire valve. (valve located on back side of unit where water supply connects)
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