If the ice maker appears to not be making any or enough ice, low water pressure or a faulty water filter may be to blame. When the ice maker makes small, cloudy, or clumped ice, it could be something as simple as a dirty water filter, low water pressure, or high mineral deposits in your water.
If your Samsung ice maker is not working, check these three common problems first: Water pressure. Mineral deposit build-up. Water filter.
By checking the water filter, ensuring proper water pressure, and testing the ice maker, you can quickly resolve the issue and start enjoying refreshing, ice-cold drinks once more. Say goodbye to iceless frustrations and hello to a fully functioning ice maker in no time!
They claim the ice makers on Samsung refrigerators with French door dispensers have ice crystals at the bottom, slushy ice, water under the crispers or running down the wall, and a noisy fan. At this time, there has not been a recall issued on the refrigerators.
Usually this is from a filter that needs to be replaced or perhaps mineral deposits. To test if it is your filter, take it out and then hit the reset button. If that doesn't do it, unplug your fridge or turn off the circuit breaker for 2 min. When you power it back on, try the reset button again.
Samsung Ice Maker Class Action Lawsuit Settlement
After years of legal proceedings, the Samsung refrigerator class action lawsuit reached a settlement in December 2023.
First, remove the ice bucket and the covering from the front of the ice maker. Some models have a button you will need to push to remove the ice tray and cover. Others will just require you to pull it off. Once the ice tray and covering have been removed, locate and press the ice maker reset button for about 3 seconds.
Test the ice maker.
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.
The most common causes are: The water fill tubes are blocked. The water inlet valve is blocked or frozen. The water filter is dirty or clogged.
An ice maker typically makes 1 tray of ice every 90 minutes.
What is the most common problem with Samsung refrigerators? Aside from the usual issues, such as the refrigerator, not cooling, and refrigerator leaking water, some Samsung problems also include the refrigerator not making ice properly.
A Samsung refrigerator not making ice due to water pressure issues may have a clogged filter. Changing the filter can improve pressure and should be done every 6 months to prevent clogs. We recommend that every time you change the filter, you also clean your ice maker as part of regular maintenance.
Once the ice bucket has been removed, locate the Test button at the front of the bottom of the ice maker. Press and hold the Test (A) button until you hear a chime (ding-dong).
There are several reasons your ice maker may suddenly stop working, including a blocked water dispenser, issues with your water supply line or a clogged water filter.
Reset your refrigerator: First, unplug it (or turn off the power at the circuit breaker), and then wait about five minutes for the electrical charge to clear out of it. Then, power it back on again.
The lawsuit claims that in July 2015, Samsung issued a technical service bulletin that described many of the issues described in the complaint. Unfortunately, Samsung allegedly did not offer to repair and replace the ice makers or fridges and instead left it up to consumers to remedy any problems they experienced.
Deciding to fix an ice maker depends on the age of the appliance, the repair cost, and the ice maker problem. For a newer ice maker with a minor issue, a repair is likely worth it. If your ice maker or fridge is old and the repair is expensive, replacing the ice maker or even the whole fridge might be the best option.
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.
No Samsung products have been formally recalled as of yet.
Common issues with ice makers include mineral build-up clogging the inlet valve and the water nozzle being blocked with ice. If you've checked for these issues and are still experiencing problems, however, you will need to replace the ice maker entirely.