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To adjust the water level on an ice maker, follow these steps:
1. Locate the water level adjustment valve. It is usually found on the side or back of the ice maker.
2. Use a screwdriver to turn the valve clockwise to decrease the water level or counterclockwise to increase it.
3. Make small adjustments and test the ice maker after each adjustment to ensure the desired water level is reached.
4. Keep in mind that a higher water level will result in larger ice cubes, while a lower water level will produce smaller ones.
5. Once you have achieved the desired water level, tighten the valve securely to prevent any leaks.
By following these simple steps, you can easily adjust the water level on your ice maker to suit your preferences.
Many drinks taste better with ice cubes, but if your ice maker is not making ice correctly, you can end up with no ice or a solid block of ice. Adjusting the water level on your ice maker is a quick solution that can fix many of your ice production problems. If you have low water pressure or a leak in your ice maker, you may need more extensive repairs or to call a maintenance technician. However, for basic issues with the size and production of your ice, adjusting the water level should be sufficient.
The appearance of your ice can indicate the need to adjust the ice maker’s water level. If your ice maker is producing ice that is hollow inside, larger than normal cubes, or a solid chunk of ice instead of individual cubes, it is time to make the adjustment. Hollow or smaller-than-normal cubes suggest a low-fill issue, while larger-than-normal cubes or fused ice indicate an overfill problem.
Make Minor Water Level Adjustments
Step 1: Remove the Ice Maker Cover
Take off the front cover of your ice maker, if it has one, using a flat-head screwdriver. Refer to the User Manual for proper removal instructions.
Step 2: Adjust the Set Screw
Rotate the small adjustment set screw on the upper, middle right-hand side of your ice maker by half a turn using a Phillips or flat-head screwdriver, depending on the type of screw your ice maker has. Turning the screw clockwise will decrease the water level, while turning it counterclockwise will increase the water level.
Step 3: Check the Ice Production
Put the cover back on your ice maker and monitor the ice output. You may need to repeat the above steps to reach your desired level of ice production.
Make In-Depth Water Level Adjustments
Step 1: Remove Ice Maker From Refrigerator
Unplug your refrigerator and remove the ice maker from its hooks or unscrew it from below. Place it in the sink to allow any remaining ice to melt.
Step 2: Remove the Ice Maker Cover
Use a flat-head screwdriver to pop off the front cover of your ice maker. If there is a screw in the middle of the cover, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove it.
Step 3: Perform a Test Cycle
Manually run a “harvest cycle” test, as described by DavesRepair.com, by grasping the circular ejector and rotating it clockwise until you hear a click. The test cycle will run; just ensure that the ice-sensing lever or bail has enough room to move up and down during the test.
Step 4: Adjust the Set Screw
Based on the result of the ice output from your test run, you can now adjust the water level using the same set screw technique mentioned in Section 1, Step 2 above. Run another test cycle after making your ice maker adjustments to confirm that the ice production is satisfactory.
Step 5: Return Ice Maker to Refrigerator
Put the cover back on your ice maker, place it back in the refrigerator, and plug the refrigerator back in.
