Another ice maker question

bjbatlanta · 03-08-2009, 12:09 PM

I've got a Roper (Whirlpool) top freezer (model#RT21LMXKQ03, mfgr. date 11/03) with an ice maker problem. Got up the other morning, came into the kitchen to find a minor flood in the floor. The ice bucket was full of water and had overflowed also. Turned off the water and cleaned up. Went ahead and replaced the water line with a heavier duty while I had it off. Turned the water back on to see if I could figure out the problem. Now the ice maker goes through the motions of dumping ice, but no ice there. No leaks anywhere. Guessing the valve on the back of the fridge needs to be replaced?? Is it possible the line has air in it or something of the sort (before I buy a part)?? Or is there a test I can do to determine the problem. Thanks in advance for advice.

Bob Mariani · 03-08-2009, 02:36 PM

yes, it could be air blocked. Loosen the nut just before it connects to the valve until the water drips out.

bjbatlanta · 03-08-2009, 02:55 PM

Thanks, Bob. I'll give it a try. Was thinking it might need to be "burped" somehow. Hate to just start "throwing parts" at it. My wife said she remembered the ice maker making the noise it does when it gets an ice cube "hung up" and can't cycle, the previous night. Led me to believe that may have been the cause and not necessarily the valve or the ice maker itself. If I could find the owner's manual ( I know it's here somewhere.....) it's probably got some info under troubleshooting. Figured a post would be quicker than going through my "filing system"!

Bob Mariani · 03-08-2009, 04:26 PM

you will find the manuals online in most cases.

bjbatlanta · 03-08-2009, 05:20 PM

Another good point!

03-08-2009, 12:09 PM	#1
bjbatlanta Drywall contractor Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Lilburn, GA Posts: 2,082	Another ice maker question I've got a Roper (Whirlpool) top freezer (model#RT21LMXKQ03, mfgr. date 11/03) with an ice maker problem. Got up the other morning, came into the kitchen to find a minor flood in the floor. The ice bucket was full of water and had overflowed also. Turned off the water and cleaned up. Went ahead and replaced the water line with a heavier duty while I had it off. Turned the water back on to see if I could figure out the problem. Now the ice maker goes through the motions of dumping ice, but no ice there. No leaks anywhere. Guessing the valve on the back of the fridge needs to be replaced?? Is it possible the line has air in it or something of the sort (before I buy a part)?? Or is there a test I can do to determine the problem. Thanks in advance for advice. __________________ If you can read this, thank a teacher. If you can read this in English, thank a soldier. Support our troops.

03-08-2009, 02:36 PM	#2
Bob Mariani Remodeling Contractor Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sandy Hook, CT Posts: 3,590	Another ice maker question yes, it could be air blocked. Loosen the nut just before it connects to the valve until the water drips out.

03-08-2009, 02:55 PM	#3
bjbatlanta Drywall contractor Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Lilburn, GA Posts: 2,082	Another ice maker question Thanks, Bob. I'll give it a try. Was thinking it might need to be "burped" somehow. Hate to just start "throwing parts" at it. My wife said she remembered the ice maker making the noise it does when it gets an ice cube "hung up" and can't cycle, the previous night. Led me to believe that may have been the cause and not necessarily the valve or the ice maker itself. If I could find the owner's manual ( I know it's here somewhere.....) it's probably got some info under troubleshooting. Figured a post would be quicker than going through my "filing system"! __________________ If you can read this, thank a teacher. If you can read this in English, thank a soldier. Support our troops.

03-08-2009, 04:26 PM	#4
Bob Mariani Remodeling Contractor Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sandy Hook, CT Posts: 3,590	Another ice maker question you will find the manuals online in most cases.

03-08-2009, 05:20 PM	#5
bjbatlanta Drywall contractor Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Lilburn, GA Posts: 2,082	Another ice maker question Another good point! __________________ If you can read this, thank a teacher. If you can read this in English, thank a soldier. Support our troops.

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