Ice maker articles
From common questions about your ice maker to tips for making the best ice cubes, these articles and videos will help you get the best possible results from your freestanding ice maker. For more troubleshooting guidance and step-by-step repair instructions, check our freestanding ice maker repair help section.
Articles and videos common to all freestanding ice makers
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See what troubleshooting steps to take with your freestanding ice maker before calling for repair.
Learn how to keep your freestanding ice maker operating at its peak by following these simple cleaning tips.
If your ice doesn't live up to your expectations, these tips can help.
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Symptoms common to all freestanding ice makers
Repair guides common to all freestanding ice makers
When the cutting grid is broken, ice cubes don’t drop into the ice bin. Use the steps in this repair guide to replace a broken cutter grid.
When the electronic control board won’t activate the ice maker components, follow these steps to install a new one.
If your ice maker isn’t making ice, the pump could be the problem. Here’s how to replace it.