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Dacor Ice Maker in Refrigerator Compartment Not Working

If the ice maker in your refrigerator compartment is not working or the dispenser won’t deliver ice, start with the most likely causes and work down the list. The water inlet valve is the top culprit — it needs at least 20 psi and electrical power to fill the mold, so check water pressure and use a multimeter to verify voltage or continuity; if pressure and power are present but the ice maker is not making ice, replace the valve. Next check the dispenser solenoid and dispenser door motor, which can keep the door closed and prevent ice from dropping; test for continuity and make sure the actuator pin and door move freely. A failed compartment fan motor can let temperatures rise enough to stop ice production, so confirm the fan runs when the ice maker cycles. Finally inspect the funnel guide and chute for obstructions or damage. If you pinpoint a bad part, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your refrigerator.

01 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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

Ice maker not making ice — what should I check first?
Freezer is cold but the refrigerator ice maker in the compartment won't make ice — why?
Ice dispenser not dispensing ice — is it the dispenser solenoid or motor?
How do I test the water inlet valve or dispenser solenoid safely?
How do I enter my model number or part number on RepairClinic.com to find the right replacement part?