If your ice maker is not dropping ice, it could be that there's a blockage in the ice tray, or an ice cube is jammed between the bin and the lever. If this happens, here are some things you can do: Double-check that the lever is pushed down and/or the ice maker is switched on.
Reset the Ice Maker
More manual models without a control panel may require simply that you raise the fill-bar and lower it. You can also cut power to the fridge or ice maker and then restore power to attempt a reset. Resetting the ice maker returns it to default settings and a default program.
Remove the ice bin, thaw and empty contents. Clean the ice bin (wipe/dry) and replace in proper position. When new ice is produced, the dispenser should operate.
When the ice reaches a certain thickness (depending on your ice type), the sensor detects a drop in freezer temperature and signals the ice maker to begin the dump cycle.
A really good refrigerator ice maker will produce 8 to 10 cubes every 90 minutes. In this case, your ice maker should cycle around 16 times each day yielding around 130 cubes in a 24 hour period.
Check for ice that's lodged in the dispenser by bending over and carefully looking up into the chute. Solution: If you see a handful of loose cubes, jiggle them free to release them. If ice in the chute seems lodged or stuck, it's best to place a catch under the dispenser and give the ice time to melt on its own.
If your Samsung refrigerator stops dumping ice, accidentally dispenses crushed ice, or makes ice that tastes bad, there is usually a simple solution. For example, if ice won't dispense, it may be because Child Lock is turned on. Or, if your ice tastes funny, you may need to change the water filter.
Lower the Freezer Temperature: the water in the ice tray freezes quicker, triggering the tray thermostat to warm and release the ice, which starts the process all over again. The circle of life in the ice maker machine! To make your ice maker work faster, simply lower the freezer temperature by 3-5 degrees.
Fortunately, this is a relatively easy problem to resolve. Remove the storage bin and use your hands to break up any clumped up ice. If there are clumps that are frozen solid, you'll need to dump them out into the sink.
What causes the drain to get clogged 95% of the time is mold because the ice bin is mold's favorite place to grow. Mold loves cool, damp dark places and your ice bin is the perfect opportunity for massive growth. That mold builds up in the bin but also builds up in the drain pipe from the bin to your sewer.
The most common reasons your Frigidaire refrigerator icemaker is not making but water works are a malfunctioning icemaker assembly, faulty water valve or a defective electronic control board.
The only way to make perfectly clear ice cubes is through directional freezing. Boiled water helps eliminate air and impurities from water and leads to ice that is clearer than standard kitchen ice cubes but is not crystal clear.
Ice Not Ejecting Properly
The ejection challenge arises with an ice buildup in the ice tray. So, if your ice maker is not ejecting ice, check for grime on the tray surface. The grime and dirt cause the ice to stick and jam.
Because this tray is inside the freezer, it gets cold, and the water begins to freeze. Nearby is a sensor which is measuring the temperature of the water, waiting for it to reach a certain temperature (usually about -12°C/10°F). Once it reaches this temperature, the water is solidly frozen and ready to remove.
If the ice bucket is not fully inserted, the motor for pushing the ice forward and out the dispenser may not connect with the back of the ice bucket. This will make the motor sound like it's working, but ice won't come out.
Check that the ice bucket is clear.
The only thing that should be in the ice bucket is ice. If anything else is in the ice bucket, such as an ice scoop or food items, the ice maker may detect the bucket is full and not eject ice into the bucket.
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.
If you don't hear a chime, but you can see movement from the ice maker, then the ice maker was reset. If you don't hear a chime and there is no movement from the ice maker, unplug the fridge or turn it off at the circuit breaker for 2 minutes. Then, power it back up and try again.
You can force the icemaker to go through a cycle if the icemaker isn't bad. To do that, you need to pry the front white plastic cover off the icemaker. Put a jumper wire between holes labeled "T" and "H" on the head of the icemaker. Then push the freezer door light switch in and the icemaker should start cycle.
If the auger is defective, it won't be able to push the ice out of the dispenser. Check the auger to determine if it is broken or if it is disconnected from the auger motor.