Maytag side by side refrigerator ice maker not working

Q: How do I reset my Maytag ice maker?

To reset any ice maker, first make sure the feeler arm isnt stuck. If it is, push it down so it knows to keep working. Otherwise, check for a reset button on the ice maker and hold it down for 10 seconds. If that doesnt work, turn off and unplug the ice maker for up to 15 minutes for a hard reset.

Q: Why would my ice maker suddenly stopped making ice?

If your ice maker isnt producing ice at all or is producing crescents or cubes that are smaller than usual, its typically indicative of a clog somewhere along the supply line. Cause: A common cause for a clog is frozen water in the line. Fix: To repair a frozen line, slide the refrigerator and unplug it.

I recently got a new Maytag fridge that has a built-in ice maker and it started not producing ice. The fridge I had before that had a range of issues that I repaired on my own. So, I’m now pretty familiar with what can go wrong with a fridge. I set about getting the icemaker working again, and thought I’d share what you need to do.

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Maytag Fridge Freezer Ice Dispenser Not Working (Not Dispensing or Keeps Dispensing)
Maytag Fridge Not Making Ice
Reason 1: Ice maker is not turned on, so it won’t produce ice
Reason 2: Water pressure is too low or the water is not turned on
Reason 3: Water filter clogged not allowing enough water to flow into the ice maker
Reason 3: Reverse osmosis machine hooked up to the water supply line
Reason 4: Water system not purged, water won’t begin to flow
Maytag Refrigerator Won’t Stop Making Ice
Ice bin out of place – doesn’t notify the onboard computer
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Why would my ice maker suddenly stopped making ice?

Generally, this is caused by no water pressure, a damaged or clogged water filter, or the incorrect water filter has been installed, the water system wasn’t flushed, or the ice maker is turned off. Newly installed fridges also take 24 hours to begin producing ice.

In this article I’ll explain how to check all of the steps above, so that you can get your Maytag ice maker working.

Maytag Fridge Freezer Ice Dispenser Not Working (Not Dispensing or Keeps Dispensing)

When your Maytag ice maker isn’t working properly, it can produce too much ice or not enough ice. Here’s a summary of what causes these issues.

A Maytag fridge that is producing too much ice, indicates the ice bin is out of position. Or, there is something in the ice bin. If there is no ice production it’s generally an issue with the parts of the fridge that supply the water, or the ice maker is turned off.

Even if you inspect your fridge, there’s no real way to know what’s causing it without running through each of the troubleshooting steps until one of them works.

So, I’ll explain how to do all of the troubleshooting steps below. First, I’ll start by explaining step by step what to do when it’s not making any ice. And after that explain what to do if it keeps producing ice.

Maytag Fridge Not Making Ice

The ice dispenser is very convenient, and I like the fact that I don’t need to worry about filling up an ice tray. But, the ice dispenser can not dispense ice when something has gone wrong, or if the fridge is new. When that happens, here’s the troubleshooting steps you should take.

There are two broad steps to ensuring a Maytag fridge produces ice. They are to make sure the ice maker is on, and it is getting water. Turning the icemaker on is simple. But, if there’s no water it can be a bit more involved to fix.

The reasons for low water pressure to your fridge are a lack of water pressure because the water valve is not open, the water supply lines are bent or split, the filter is the wrong brand, the water filter is blocked, or the water lines weren’t purged after install.

Reason 1: Ice maker is not turned on, so it won’t produce ice

A Maytag fridge can be plugged in and the lights are on. But, the ice maker itself is not turned on. The way to turn it on differs for each model of Maytag fridge. And the best thing to do is refer to your owners manual to see how to ensure the ice maker is turned on.

If you don’t have your user manual you can find it on the official Maytag website by putting in the model number for your fridge.

The model number is located on the top left of the inside of your fridge, on the top front, or on the upper right side of the vegetable crispers at the bottom of your fridge. It will say MODEL NO, and then the model number will be printed underneath.

Reason 2: Water pressure is too low or the water is not turned on

If you have a water dispenser on your Maytag fridge, check that you get a good flow of water from it. If you do then it’s likely not the water pressure that is the issue.

Provided that you don’t have a water dispenser or you have poor water pressure coming out of the water dispenser then it’s likely the issue is caused by low water pressure.

To fix that, visually inspect the lines at the rear of your Maytag fridge to see that they are split, or bent, and there isn’t a puddle of water caused by the water supply lines leaking.

There are only two connections to your fridge, the power cord and the water supply lines, so they should be easy to locate. If you notice any issues with the water supply lines then apply the fix it needs, or replace the lines themselves.

Water valve that connects your plumbing to your fridge

There can be a valve that needs to be in the fully open position where the water supply lines connect to your plumbing. If it’s not fully open for whatever reason put it into the fully open position.

There is a standard water pressure that is used for all plumbing systems in homes, and it won’t ever be too much that it causes an issue when the valve is open all the way.

Provided you’re aware that your home has a building permit, or you’re aware that the plumbing was done by a qualified professional then you can be sure it’s safe to open the valve all the way.

If you’re unsure about the quality of the plumbing then leave opening the water valve all the way until the end after you’ve tried all the other steps. And it’s best not to do that without testing what the water pressure is of your plumbing system.

Reason 3: Water filter clogged not allowing enough water to flow into the ice maker

The water filter can be filled with debris over time, and get clogged. This can stop the flow of water through the filter. You can run your Maytag fridge without the filter, according to the official Maytag website.

So, if you suspect the filter is the issue then take it out, and give it 24 hours to see if the ice maker is now producing ice.

Incorrect water filter

It’s also recommended by Maytag that you only use a Maytag or EveryDropTM water filter. Using any other brand can cause the water pressure to be too low.

Reason 3: Reverse osmosis machine hooked up to the water supply line

A reverse osmosis machine generally reduces the water pressure. The Maytag fridge has an inbuilt water filter so you don’t need to connect a reverse osmosis machine to it to filter the water.

Reason 4: Water system not purged, water won’t begin to flow

The water system inside your Maytag fridge needs to be flushed for the water to start flowing as needed for the ice maker to function. This short video shows how to purge the water system:

Maytag Refrigerator Won’t Stop Making Ice

It’s possible to have the opposite problem, and too much ice will get produced. This is relatively easy to fix, here’s how:

There can be something in the ice bin, or the ice bin isn’t positioned correctly. When the ice bin is out of position, the refrigerator computer won’t recognize that the bin is full and it will continue to produce ice.

First try to turn the ice maker off, and then ensure that the bin is in the correct location. The switch to turn the ice maker off is different based on what kind of Maytag fridge you have, so use your user manual to see where the off switch for the ice maker is.

Ice bin out of place – doesn’t notify the onboard computer

In the user manual also look up what the correct positioning is for your ice bin, and ensure the ice bin is in the correct location. It’s you do both of those steps and it produces ice even when the ice bin is full, then have a repair technician take a look at it.

If you’re good with your hands you can open the entire ice maker, and inspect it to see if you can see any parts that are obviously broken. You can also test each of the components using a voltmeter to see if they have continuity.

But, it’s impossible to know exactly what’s wrong. And the internal computer might have malfunctioned. If that all sounds a bit too hard then have a repair technician take a look at it.

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ReadyToDIY is the owner of this article. This post was published on 2021-09-13.

How To Reset Maytag Refrigerator

How do I reset my Maytag ice maker?

To reset any ice maker, first make sure the feeler arm isn't stuck. If it is, push it down so it knows to keep working. Otherwise, check for a reset button on the ice maker and hold it down for 10 seconds. If that doesn't work, turn off and unplug the ice maker for up to 15 minutes for a hard reset.

Why is my ice maker not working but water does?

If the water pressure is sufficient, use a multimeter to check for power to the water inlet valve. If the water inlet valve has sufficient pressure and is getting power, but the ice maker won't fill with water to make ice, replace the water inlet valve. One component of the ice maker assembly might be defective.

Why is my side by side refrigerator not making ice?

Check to make sure there are no kinks in the water supply line. A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line to restore adequate water flow and pressure. To help reduce the chances of a pinched water line, do not push the refrigerator too far back against the wall or cabinet.

How do you turn on the ice maker on a Maytag side by side refrigerator?

The On/Off switch is located on the bottom of the ice maker, which can be accessed by lifting and opening the ice maker door..

To turn the ice maker, "On" lower the wire shutoff arm..

To manually turn "Off" the ice maker, lift the wire shutoff arm..

How do I reset my Maytag side by side refrigerator?

Reset power to the product: Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) or unpluging the product for 5 - 10 minutes. Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s) or plugging the product back in.

Why would my ice maker suddenly stopped making ice?

If your ice maker isn't producing ice at all or is producing crescents or cubes that are smaller than usual, it's typically indicative of a clog somewhere along the supply line. Cause: A common cause for a clog is frozen water in the line. Fix: To repair a frozen line, slide the refrigerator and unplug it.