LG Refrigerator ice maker not filling with water

Why is the LG ice maker not filling with water?

When your ice maker isn't filling with water, the fix is sometimes fairly simple.

Always unplug your refrigerator and shut off the water supply before troubleshooting.

Common Ice Maker Problems

Several problems can interfere with making ice properly or dispensing ice. The ice maker or dispenser could be jammed or broken, a dirty water filter or kinked water line could be blocking water flow or the water inlet valve could be clogged or faulty.

Here are the most common ice maker problems.

Clogged Water Filter

Sediment can eventually build up in water filter when you don’t change it every 6 months to a year. Eventually, the sediment in an unchanged water filter can restrict water flow going to the ice maker.

Replace the fridge water filter every 6 months or yearly according to the guidelines for your refrigerator. This will prevent a clogged water filter from preventing the ice maker from getting water.

Thermostat Set Too Low

When the thermostat for the freezer is set too low, the ice maker module may not detect that ice cubes are frozen. The ice maker won’t cycle and produce ice if temperature isn’t low enough in the freezer.

If the thermostat is set to keep the freezer at too low of a temperature, then the water supply line going to the ice maker can freeze and the ice maker mold won’t fill with water.

In either case, an improper freezer temperature setting can prevent ice production. Set freezer temperature at 0 degrees F to prevent ice maker problems. Is your whirlpool refrigerator no ice?

Water Line Problems

As noted above, the ice maker mold won’t fill with water when its water line freezes. When you hear the ice maker cycling but it doesn’t produce any ice, check for a frozen fill tube in the freezer or ice maker compartment. Defrost the frozen water line and the ice maker will likely start working.

Water Valve Issues

A broken water valve won’t open to fill the ice maker mold with water to produce ice. Also, a leaky water valve will cause the ice maker to overfill and the ice maker will likely jam when attempting to eject ice cubes. A leaky water valve can also cause the water fill line to freeze. Replace the water valve when it doesn’t open or shut properly.

Follow the steps in this safe DIY video to replace a faulty water valve:

If you’re not completely confident that you can replace the inlet water valve on your own, schedule refrigerator repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to replace the valve for you.

For addition ice maker troubleshooting tips, view this video that provides specific advice for LG refrigerators that won’t produce ice:

What to expect when you experience an LG refrigerator icemaker not filling with water issue

How is the icemaker not filling with water issue fixed?

Correcting most refrigerator icemaker not filling with water problems usually involves replacing the water valve, icemaker assembly, or PCB. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a refrigerator icemaker not filling with water problem

When a refrigerator icemaker is not filling with water, it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts, we recommend scheduling LG ice maker repair with a local Sears Home Services professional who can perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of refrigerator failures.

What to look out for with a refrigerator icemaker not filling with water diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your refrigerator problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.