Maytag MFT2976AEW Use & Care Guide - Page 31
Ice and Water
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Ice and Water PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS The ice maker is not producing ice or is not producing enough ice The refrigerator is not connected to a Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff water supply or the water supply valve fully open. shutoff valve is not turned on. There is a kink in the water source line. A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line. The ice maker is not turned on. Make sure the ice maker is on. See "Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin." The refrigerator has just been installed. Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 3 days for full ice production. The refrigerator door is not closed completely. Close the door firmly. If it does not close completely, see "The doors will not close completely." A large amount of ice was recently removed. Allow sufficient time for ice maker to produce more ice. See "Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin" for ice production rates. An ice cube is jammed in the ice maker ejector arm. Remove ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil. A water filter is installed on the refrigerator. Remove the water filter and operate the ice maker. If ice volume improves, then the filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed. Replace filter or reinstall it correctly. A reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply. This can decrease water pressure. See "Water Supply Requirements." The ice cubes are hollow or small NOTE: This is an indication of low water pressure. The water shutoff valve is not fully open. There is a kink in the water source line. Turn the water shutoff valve fully open. A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line. A water filter is installed on the refrigerator. Remove filter and operate ice maker. If ice quality improves, then the filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed. Replace filter or reinstall it correctly. A reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply. This can decrease water pressure. See "Water Supply Requirements." Questions remain regarding water pressure. Call a licensed, qualified plumber. Troubleshooting 31