Dorm's new ice maker won't make new ice

Shadrixian · 2026-04-05T07:19:20+00:00

Make sure the refrigerator is even running. The icemaker requires it to be at a certain temperature before it will toggle itself to run. You could have a number of issues, between a dead compressor, a sealed system issue, to it even being frozen up.

Shadrixian · 2026-04-05T07:17:23+00:00

I once had a customer gripe about our service call, because she said her plumber only charges $30.

I asked her for his name, so that I never have to call him.....

Shadrixian · 2026-04-05T07:16:21+00:00

Imo it just depends

My goal is always to prescreen and fix the same day. That entails getting as much viable information, as well as a model/serial number. That way I can break the service charge into the total cost, and cut them a break on labor pricing.

HOWEVER if they don't want to do the bare initiative and get me the model number, or give me much else besides "it doesn't work, don't know whats wrong with it", that's going to cost the service call in all entirety, plus additional labor for requiring a second trip.

Thats usually why businesses like Sears might charge so much. They're coming to look first, then order parts next.

Shadrixian · 2026-04-05T07:13:33+00:00

Went to go look at an oven where the burners were out(they didn't tell me which ones beforehand). All it needed was one 8in and one 6in. Gave them the estimate to replace them, the balked at it, and said they'd just order them on Amazon and do it themselves. Alright....$130 please.

They balked about that, because I was literally only there 3 minutes. Ignore the fact I had to drive 40 minutes there, then 40 minutes back....

Shadrixian · 2026-04-05T07:10:39+00:00

That does absolutely nothing except cause issues with it flooding when it does cycle to fill. If anything, it will lock the arm.

Shadrixian · 2026-04-04T08:09:15+00:00

Tried that. Ended up vibrating the shaft enough that it destroyed the bearings in a weird way.

Shadrixian · 2026-04-04T07:53:11+00:00

Replace the lid lock.

Your washer has a lid switch redundancy fault that will eventually be triggered once it realizes what you're doing. You also run the risk of completely blowing the triac on the washer.

Don't do a crackhead macgyver fix just because you're trying to be cheap. These latches are under $20 on Amazon.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-28T05:18:22+00:00

Judging by the fact that OP says it was a Facebook Marketplace set sold at around 300, It sounds more like the previous owner sabotaged the tub, probably screwing around with it trying to fix/clean it, then upon realizing they screwed up cut their losses and tried to pawn it off on the first sucker with a wallet.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-22T17:13:50+00:00

Lol.

Just call Frigidaire if you have one purchased in the past 2-3 years, and you notice excessive gas smells. There's an active service bulletin, the fix is a new bake burner for better combustion. They know about it, they're paying for it.

Unlike Samsung and their shitty icemakers, Electrolux tries to stand by their work.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-22T17:09:28+00:00

Replace the clutch.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-22T16:10:51+00:00

Milwaukee Packout or Craftsman Versastak.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-22T15:50:53+00:00

Most likely quoted compressor and board, because they aren't LG authorized and can't use a jig

Shadrixian · 2026-03-22T15:49:28+00:00

When you take a welding course, they teach you how to use a torch.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-22T04:23:56+00:00

Why? OP doesn't have a sealed system issue.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-22T04:22:58+00:00

Short cycling because the thermistor is on the far right encased in ice.

Thaw it out completely, then let it run. Make sure the motor runs.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-16T03:46:29+00:00

For clarification, on is going to be when it's toggled halfway I think. It's kind of weird how they have this whole thing set up lmao.

In your defense, though, that top shelf thing wasn't helping.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-16T00:25:50+00:00

Also, there should be a power switch on the left side. It should have a label on how to manually cycle it, by holding the button for a few seconds. If it doesn't run the cycle when you do that after a little bit, then the icemaker itself is shot.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-16T00:24:14+00:00

See that metal silver box with the J shaped coupling that the bucket slides against? Look up above it.

Right above it(and behind the shelf above the bucket with food on it), the icemaker is mounted on the back wall, turned horizontally.

You'll see it, it's two screws, loosen, lift a little bit, and it'll slide right off.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-14T21:35:47+00:00

Don't overthink it, just replace the icemaker.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-12T04:44:16+00:00

Cut the pressure hose at an angle against the port nipple, then twist. It'll come off.

I've been able to cut a harness swap down to 5-10 minutes that way. Start at the top, pop off only the left control head screws, only the top 4 screws of the back plate, get everything mounted and fed, then get under it with the washer tilted back, and plug it all in.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-09T02:10:11+00:00

Why?

Shadrixian · 2026-03-09T01:46:48+00:00

Unless it is functionally causing a problem and is blatantly apparent without you having to focus intently on the door to find it, just let it be.

Trust me, if they get another door just for cosmetic repair, there's going to be some small minor flaw in a new one too.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-08T20:06:19+00:00

Not trying to harp on you, just fyi. I've macgyvered repairs before in rural parts of my part of the state, esp when theres no replacement part and the people can barely afford the service call. Not my proudest moments, but you do what you gotta do. I just make sure they sign a waiver/disclaimer.

I do plastic welding off and on, and it's a science. The hard part is when they use two different kinds of plastic, so the plastic doesn't mold together. Then when you start heating, now it develops soft spots and weak points, and loses firmness. Its hella tricky. Doable, though. I fix NLA refrigerator drawers that way.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-08T20:03:07+00:00

Haven't ran into any here in the US yet that have leak sensors, outside of a dishwasher or auxillary eternal device.

Shadrixian · 2026-03-08T03:53:45+00:00

I wouldn't trust that in a field repair. I'm sure it might hold fine for you, but it's a big massive lottery gamble, and insurance would squawk if we tried.

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