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Hardwick Ice Maker in Refrigerator Compartment Not Working

If your refrigerator ice maker in the fresh-food compartment is not working or your refrigerator is not making ice, the most likely cause is a faulty water inlet valve or low water pressure, since the valve needs about 20 psi to fill the mold. First check water pressure and use a multimeter to confirm the valve is getting power; if it has pressure and power but the ice maker still will not fill, replace the inlet valve. The next most common cause is a defective dispenser solenoid, which can prevent the chute from opening, so test the solenoid for continuity and verify the actuator pin moves freely. A failed ice maker compartment fan motor can let temperatures rise enough to stop ice production, so confirm the fan runs and test it for continuity. If the dispenser door motor is not getting power or shows no continuity it will also block dispensing. Finally inspect the dispenser funnel guide for obstructions or damage. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part and finish the ice maker repair.

01 - Hardwick Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve

The water inlet valve is an electrically-controlled valve that opens to supply water to the dispenser and ice maker. If the water inlet valve is defective, or if it has insufficient pressure, it won’t allow water to flow through. As a result, the ice maker won’t make ice. The valve requires at least 20 psi to function properly. Make sure that the water pressure to the valve is at least 20 psi. If the water pressure is sufficient, use a multimeter to check for power to the water inlet valve. If the water inlet valve has sufficient pressure and is getting power, but the ice maker won’t fill with water to make ice, replace th...e water inlet valve.
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02 - Hardwick Refrigerator Dispenser Solenoid

The dispenser solenoid opens a door flap to release the ice and then closes the door flap once the dispenser finishes dispensing ice. If the dispenser solenoid is defective, the dispenser door won’t open. To determine if the dispenser door solenoid is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. In addition, check the dispenser actuator pin to ensure that it moves freely. If the dispenser door solenoid does not have continuity, or if the actuator pin does not move freely, replace the dispenser solenoid.
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03 - Hardwick Refrigerator Fan Motor

The refrigerator ice maker compartment fan motor assists in keeping the air temperature in the compartment cold enough for the ice maker to make ice. If the fan motor has failed and isn't running, the temperature will rise high enough that the ice maker will be unable to make ice. The fan motor can be inspected to see if it's running when the ice maker should be working. The component can also be tested for electrical continuity to help determine if it's faulty. A faulty fan motor will need to be replaced.
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04 - Hardwick Refrigerator Dispenser Door Motor

The dispenser door motor opens and closes the dispenser door to prevent cold air from escaping the refrigerator. If the dispenser door motor is defective, the dispenser door won’t open. As a result, the dispenser will not dispense ice. To determine if the motor is defective, first determine if the motor is getting power. If the motor is getting power, but it won’t run, replace it. You can use a multimeter to test the motor for continuity. If the dispenser door motor does not have continuity, replace it.
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05 - Hardwick Refrigerator Motor

The refrigerator ice maker compartment fan motor assists in keeping the air temperature in the compartment cold enough for the ice maker to make ice. If the fan motor has failed and isn't running, the temperature will rise high enough that the ice maker will be unable to make ice. The fan motor can be inspected to see if it's running when the ice maker should be working. The component can also be tested for electrical continuity to help determine if it's faulty. A faulty fan motor will need to be replaced.
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06 - Hardwick Refrigerator Dispenser Funnel Guide

The dispenser funnel guide is the component that allows the ice from the ice maker to be properly dispensed. If the guide is obstructed or broken, the ice may not dispense as expected. Inspect the funnel guide or any obstruction or damage and replace if necessary.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Freezer is cold but the ice maker or refrigerator compartment is warm, what should I check?
My ice dispenser won’t release ice, what could be wrong?
How do I test or diagnose the water inlet valve on my refrigerator?
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