Suppose you are someone who loves to entertain and frequently finds yourself in need of a bag of ice. In that case, it can get frustrating to have your Viking freestanding refrigeration ice maker failing. Sadly, this isn’t unusual as it is common for ice makers to break down when improperly maintained.
The good news is that ice maker problems can usually be fixed without the help of a technician. If you are bothered by your ice maker not producing ice or the quality it is producing, we recommend troubleshooting the problem before contacting your technician.
Note that many factors can cause an icemaker to stop working, but we will discuss some common ones below. According to the FDA, ice is considered a food. So your ice maker must always be clean and in good condition. To avoid your icemaker breaking down frequently, clean and dry the ice bin regularly.
Every ice maker has a water supply that makes the production of ice possible. However, if the water doesn’t make it to your built-in refrigeration, it becomes impossible for ice to form. To fix this problem, turn off your icemaker and ensure that the water supply line isn’t clogged or shut off by a bracket.
Then, straighten out any bends in the valve that might affect water flow. You should also check to see that your filter isn’t clogged with debris. This is prone to happen when filters are not maintained or cleaned regularly.
When the internal temperature of your ice maker is too high or low, there is a high chance of having some ice maker problems. In such cases, your ice might form before reaching the icemaker mold and block the water line. Hence, your temperature control thermostat must always be at the right level.
To correct this, check your thermostat temperature and adjust it according to the degrees in your refrigerator owner manual. You might consider contacting a technician for further help if this doesn’t work.
It is possible to have a frozen water line if your thermostat temperature isn’t set correctly. So, even after correcting the thermostat temperature, you might find that your Viking refrigeration ice maker isn’t getting enough water supply. This is because the water line is still frozen. Thankfully, you can defrost it with a hairdryer.
However, it would be best to be safety conscious to avoid electrical shock. So first, unplug the refrigerator and cut water flow into the ice maker. Then use the hairdryer to thaw the ice; ensure that you keep the hair dryer above the water source for safety. If water doesn’t run after thawing, it’s time to contact a professional.
Then, straighten out any bends in the valve that might affect water flow. You should also check to see that your filter isn’t clogged with debris. This is prone to happen when filters are not maintained or cleaned regularly.
After eliminating the different possibilities, one of the reasons your ice maker might not work is that your refrigerator is not cool enough. Have you noticed your freezer temperature is getting warmer lately, or your food items are gradually deteriorating?
There’s the sign you need that your refrigerator isn’t producing enough cool air as necessary. As such, it’s impossible to produce ice cubes. There are several reasons for this but ensure you check your thermostat to eliminate the most common reason.
Faulty door seal.
Dirty condenser coils.
Ice buildup on evaporator coils.
Defective condenser fan.
Overloaded food items.
Faulty compressor.
If you live in Denver, Aurora, Littleton, or other areas nearby you are always welcome to call us at (844) 731-3992 and one of our skilled technicians will come out and get you ready in no time.
