Ice Maker Not Making Ice / Whirlpool / What To Check and How To Fix

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5 жыл бұрын

Ice Maker Not Making Ice / Whirlpool Most common problem / What To Check and How To Fix. Is your Whirlpool Ice Maker broken and not making ice? This video is for you. In this video I explain exactly how to test and show what the most common issue is.
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@FisherCatProductions 4 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT video. A standard by which all repair videos should be measured. You not only explained how to fix it, but how it works, and gave me the testing info I was looking for. Kudos!

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thank you! So glad this was helpful!

@dallasman9892 11 ай бұрын

@@handymanjourney Good video if my icemaker is that model. Mine is labeled AD-18 in a Kenmore top freezer. It doesnt have the test holes, just a solid metal plate behind the gear/cam

@ktktoo8462 3 жыл бұрын

This is why KZfaq is the BEST. A 2.5 year old video just helped me to STOP THE NOISE my ice maker was making. Made that paper clip contraption, stuck it in those holes and something reset itself, no more noise and I've now got ice. On a 17 year old ice maker! Whooo hoo!

@handymanjourney 3 жыл бұрын

So awesome! Glad this helped!

@kevindunn8185 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best KZfaq Appliance Repair Videos! Clear, concise, and edited.

@handymanjourney 2 жыл бұрын

Thaks Kevin! I am glad this was helpful!

@pkaye27 5 жыл бұрын

Honest Lee is simply awesome! I had a tenant research this for me and fix the problem before contacting an appliance technician. Saved us both a few hundred! Thanks Honest Lee!!!

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

This is so great to hear! So glad you were able to get it fixed!!

@calicool4399 4 жыл бұрын

Wow Lee is the best when it comes to simplifying how an Ice Maker Works and how to diagnose and fix a problem

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Chuck I appreciate it

@tazflyr4096 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!! A plain spoken repair video that doesn't show 10 mins of fastening screws! Do more plz?

@handymanjourney 3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks tax! I appreciate your comment!

@crystaldubois5265 5 жыл бұрын

Ive been searching a solution for my ice maker FOREVER! Thank you fir this troubleshooting! FINALLY found the actual problem by finding your video!!!!

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

Hey So great! So glad I could help!!!

@frankcastillojr6575 4 жыл бұрын

This was the best and most simple directions I could of received to test and fix my ice maker....Thank you!!!!!!!

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! So glad it helped!

@FBay 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Reminder to all, when doing the wire test to make sure to hold the switch as if the freezer is closed. Thanks for this instructional video.

@leshiapope8006 2 жыл бұрын

Need to know can I use a bird beak plier to hold wire

@FBay 2 жыл бұрын

@@leshiapope8006 you can, but make sure your skin is not touching the metal part of the pliers or else you may get shocked.

@davidedwards1481 Жыл бұрын

I can't thank you enough for your video. Saved me hundreds of dollars, was such an easy remove and replaced. I was not even considering repair myself. This video showed me how easy it was. Thanks

@brokin6 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping me diagnose the problem. Had a burned out part in mine so thank you for diving deeper because that's how I could tell. Much appreciated!

@kikpoon776 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I am real estate agent and was able to save my buyer a lot of money by fixing it myself after watching your video.

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear Kik! I love comments like these! So glad I could help!!

@davesmith2740 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! You're a natural - not stiff and awkward like some of the video "hosts" I've come across. Keep it up!

@yjaffbailey86 5 жыл бұрын

You’re the man! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this super informative video!!!!

@centauruswarrior 5 жыл бұрын

Explained the process well! I can do this!

@JoePeck316 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video, clear instructions, no dumb music or corny jokes. A+++ would watch again.

@robertbeam8669 5 жыл бұрын

that was EXACTLY my problem. Ordered one from Amazon. It came with 2 wiring harnesses. I removed the old harness, installed the new, and presto! I had ice in an hour. Thank you. (it was the burnt out heating post that was the problem, i bought this Whirlpool new, 5 years ago.) Thanks again

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

Robert Thank you so much for the awesome comment! So glad I could help!! :)

@p.g.8138 4 жыл бұрын

What about the people that followed his instructions and had a bad module or a bad heater?

@sidemenbigband 2 жыл бұрын

awesome - extremely user friendly instructions and thanks for the link - we've had our unit for almost 20 years and it still works great otherwise!

@vanessaauten2043 5 жыл бұрын

I love it, I'm very familiar and Confortable to replace it. Thanks, and have a great day!!!

@bonitamac363 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The best instructional video for ice maker maintenance I have found by far!

@handymanjourney 3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome! Thank you for your comment!

@ibikunlejanduwata6868 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, I watched your video this morning, I went to Lowe's,I bought the kit, I installed it, after 2 hours I got ice . Thanks so much, really appreciate U sir.

@cassandrafleming2194 4 жыл бұрын

This was a great video. A previous repairman showed me the jumper wire trick, but I forgot which ports to use. Now I know!

@timzimmerman543 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks soooo much. This video and amazon link fixed my ice maker without a service call and their up charged expensive replacement part.

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear Tim! Glad to help!

@ChristyFrink 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my god, BLESS YOU. Totally just used this video to diagnose and fix my ice maker.

@CR-zs1hy 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Easy to follow and concise. Thank you!

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for your comment! I am glad this was helpful!

@michaelbonert4735 5 жыл бұрын

Very clear and helpful. Thank you.

@Brewilli 4 жыл бұрын

I think this is what is exactly what is happening to my ice maker. Thanks so much.

@iBRINGpeace2day 2 жыл бұрын

Easiest KZfaq repair to follow. Thank you!

@joewhitaker1410 4 жыл бұрын

Worked perfectly.. Thanks for the video!

@erikmc6385 5 жыл бұрын

Ice maker just stopped working. This is the first clip i found. Great info. Thanks for posting.

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Thanks! I appreciate your comment, Tune in tomorrow morning at 6am PST for a new WLOG!

@riverbender9898 3 жыл бұрын

Great information. Well described. Thank You.

@conniekahler9078 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this! Very helpful

@feliciadr 21 күн бұрын

5years later and this video just helped me❤❤❤ THANK YOU

@fordjones1213 4 жыл бұрын

What a great video!!! Very simply put and very instructive. I was able to do exactly what you said and the water engaged and I have my new one on the way!! Thank you!!!

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

So glad this worked for you!

@stevequirke2449 2 жыл бұрын

Video was very helpful. You saved me a lot of time and angst in trying to determine the problem with my ice maker Thank you

@steveofthebeach1424 3 ай бұрын

Perfect. Exactly what I needed. Thanks for being here.

@jeffjohnson2582 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!! Had no idea what I was doing but figured what the heck, I'll give it a shot. Easy as could be. Wouldn't have tried it without your video!! Kudos my friend!!

@kirklivingston243 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The V-L check was super useful.

@athiussmaxximuss 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome thank you so much appreciate you man you're good dude keep up the good work man people like you that make life easier for other people makes me happy

@georgemoller2206 3 жыл бұрын

Good video - you were thoughtful concerning all elements of the repair.

@stealthslide 4 жыл бұрын

Great instruction video......simple and to the point. Thanks for posting.

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks James! Glad it was helpful

@mariggsjr 2 жыл бұрын

Wow just watching your video saved me the hassle of a warranty call. Thanks bro.

@AncientChi 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, your a life saver

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

So glad I could help!!

@51mlevy 2 жыл бұрын

Great job showing how to troubleshoot my ice maker. Gonna give it a try and fix it.

@robertlomax3680 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the clear repair instruction for my ice maker.

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Your welcome robert

@jtopcatz 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Saved me a bunch of time. Great video.

@TerryTennant 11 ай бұрын

"How to" is VERY WELL DESCRIBED! Thank You! 👍

@BrentAtlantaGa 6 ай бұрын

This guy and video is easy to understand. I fixed the ice maker after troubleshooting.. thanks bunches!😊

@handymanjourney 6 ай бұрын

Your so welcome! I am so glad this video was helpful for you

@ysaakwisdom9414 2 жыл бұрын

This is the greatest video on the internet! Thanks so much! You saved me A LOT of money!!

@handymanjourney 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I am very glad this was helpful!!

@BKillr 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice...simple...educational...and spot on.

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Thanks for the great comment Phil! I appreciate it!

@ltlpaa2973 4 жыл бұрын

OK, I found out the easy way to get the cover off. Thought I'd let you know in case anyone else has trouble with the cover. I took the ice container out and looked at the bottom of the cover and presto, there are two notches on the bottom side for putting in a screwdriver to pry and remove the cover. Thanks for your patience in the matter. You gave me the courage to give this a try.

@aday1637 2 жыл бұрын

I used a hammer and it came right off in 4 pieces.

@fordsrmaster 5 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful video, Thank you so much.

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for the comment!

@dougwebster419 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you my brother. Well done and a great starting point.

@handymanjourney 3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome Doug! Glad this was helpful!

@michaelkirby3361 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. I used it to fix my ice maker Thank you

@thefatfrog713 4 жыл бұрын

You just taught a old dog a new trick ! Great Job !

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! So glad this was helpful!

@janetkeymetian6210 4 жыл бұрын

Great job. Easy to understand. Thanks

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it was helpful!

@jeffkapp2539 4 жыл бұрын

This video was very helpful, thank you.

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

So glad this was helpful!

@arjones2330 3 жыл бұрын

Use a piece of #12 or 14 thhn wire thats insulated and strip the ends. Much safer. Great information.

@charliebrown8782 10 ай бұрын

Great Video, Enough depth to do the job and explained simply and quickly enough to be effective. Good Job Thanks

@handymanjourney 10 ай бұрын

I am glad this was helpful!

@stephenvogt9947 3 жыл бұрын

Instructions should include popping out the "U" shaped plug where the water trough goes into the ice maker. Check your old ice maker to see if it has a "U" shaped cutout. If the old one has the cutout but you don't pop it out on the new one, some water will go into the ice bin and freeze the cubes together.

@jonsalisbury8428 5 жыл бұрын

GREAT video!! thanks!!

@jodicubbler5625 3 жыл бұрын

Great info. Thanks!

@williampaul6901 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help!

@phxjones 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Thank you !

@bravotran7779 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your great video.

@JEMay2010 6 ай бұрын

Fixed mine in 15 minutes with the hair dryer. You Rock!

@handymanjourney 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Glad I could help!

@SK-or9bo Жыл бұрын

It's the middle of 2022 and your video just helped me. Thank you!!

@handymanjourney Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I am so glad this video was helpful!

@salzero1 3 жыл бұрын

This video helped me tremendously. Thank you for taking the time to post it. My icemakers water is running, the motor is turning but it's not making ice. When I took it out I looked at the heating element and it has a burnt spot on it. So I think that is what the problem is. I ordered the part with your link. So I'll repost if that fixes it. Thanks again!

@kittlessister8675 2 жыл бұрын

BRAVO!!!! Got my sub! I just replaced the panel as I had a client that miraculously had a replacement kit in their closet when I sold their home and they said take anything that's there....the same week I had another clients freezer stop making ice and it happened to be the same dang ice maker! The cards were dealt so sweet with that! I used the new panel of the kit and that worked :) Great video, I was able to fix that easily without having to have my clients spend an arm and a leg on a diagnosis and fix :)

@handymanjourney 2 жыл бұрын

So glad this was helpful and things worked out!

@imout671 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Ice makers and garbage disposals are 2 of my biggest problems as a landlord. Over time ive pulled them out of my apartments.

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

I can see that for sure! Thanks for your comment!

@1mancoldworld 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, detailed, to the point, great creator!!

@tommyteamer9037 Жыл бұрын

Nice video on how to fix the ice machine and you was straight to the point.

@handymanjourney Жыл бұрын

Glad this was helpful!

@janjones4772 9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing, don’t know if I can fix it, but it gives me an idea of what has happened. I’ll just have to find someone I can afford to fix it, Thanks again for sharing, it really helps.👍👍😊

@handymanjourney 9 ай бұрын

your so welcome! I am glad this is helpful!

@lonzojohnson5494 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information.

@dfkendrick 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, this not my model but I found a fried terminal! Great Video....

@CNArea51 Жыл бұрын

YES You just helped me fix it. Jumper Wire- water is good.. Take off cover... black burnt by motor.. smells burnt too. Thank You

@jasonlewis7725 2 жыл бұрын

You learn something new everyday I say thx for the tip saved me a lot of time

@handymanjourney 2 жыл бұрын

Your welcome Jason! I. So glad this video was helpful for you!!

@lilcarlou 2 жыл бұрын

this is like the best how to repair video ever

@Deutschlandsecho 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, Will try to short circuit with a paper clip and see what i find.. so appreciate your help. Rick Jensen

@keithhoward8651 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@danielruppphd319 4 ай бұрын

VERY helpful. Thank you!

@handymanjourney 4 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@billygottron9172 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the vid!

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

Your welcome! Thanks for your comment Billy!

@leadpersuasion 5 жыл бұрын

Great advice and video man! Thx

@handymanjourney 5 жыл бұрын

leadpersuasion thanks! I appreciate your comment!

@mictoria Жыл бұрын

So helpful! Thank you!

@handymanjourney Жыл бұрын

I am glad this video is helpful for you!

@thefatfrog713 5 жыл бұрын

useful info , good job Bro.

@garychambers1803 10 ай бұрын

Great Information! Thanks for the tip on how to check the water flow.

@handymanjourney 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@user-og2df5ds6p 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video, precise and to the point.

@handymanjourney 4 ай бұрын

I am glad this was helpful!

@raymondfrasier2830 5 жыл бұрын

Very understandable

@leeshorey2063 6 ай бұрын

thank you for the help saved me money and that a big help now adays

@handymanjourney 6 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! I am so glad this video solved your problem!

@garytessner1497 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative! thanks for the info.

@handymanjourney 3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome! Glad this was helpful!

@highviews4524 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful thank you. On mine the on/off switch was corroded. I filed it clean. I hope it works.

@handymanjourney 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! So glad you got it going!

@helenftetwell5185 4 жыл бұрын

Great, thanks!

@michajrsim 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude!

@davidhinkel5418 3 жыл бұрын

Great, will follow your lead 👍

@urszulabalenkowski1359 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@clarkco4380 Жыл бұрын

Nice job. Thanks for the tutorial.

@handymanjourney Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@mikedice3880 2 жыл бұрын

Great info thanks

@tonyb4887 3 жыл бұрын

Nice explanation 🙏

@randywclark1 4 жыл бұрын

Good information

@bobgrant7836 5 жыл бұрын

I too have a handyman channel for my business and I need to look at an ice maker tomorrow so thanks. I am a bit curious how the water line connects to the ice maker.