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You rely on your ice maker every day to keep foods and drinks from spoiling. When it goes on the fritz or stops working, it can leave you scrambling to figure out why. Troubleshooting a broken ice maker isn’t always easy if you don’t have refrigeration experience. There are common issues you can look into, however, so consider repairs if the following happens.

How to Spot a Broken Ice Maker

1. Leaking

refrigerationAny leaks need to first be addressed by turning off the water valve attached to your ice maker. First, see where the leak is coming from. Water pooling on the floor usually means a leak in the water valve or tubing connected to the ice maker. If the ice maker is leaking internally, there can be related to a damaged valve or connection. Regardless, it’s wise to have a refrigeration professional take a look so they can identify the leak and replace parts as needed.

2. Small Smelly Ice

An ice maker that products less ice and small cubes can be frustrating. If the ice comes out smelly, it’s even worse. Smaller cubes or a lower quantity of ice can be tied to a broken water inlet valve. Any unwanted smells usually mean food has spilled somewhere in the unit and that the ice is absorbing the odors. Lower production can also be related to an aging system — in which case you should consider a replacement.

3. Not Making Ice

If you aren’t getting any ice, you may have a water connection issue, or the unit may have simply reached the end of its lifespan. One-off breakdowns can usually be fixed; repeat incidents, however, often mean it’s time for a replacement. For the most accurate diagnosis, hire a refrigeration professional. They can advise on new products and installation to get your system up and running again.

 

If you’re facing ice machine troubles, the team at Long’s Air Conditioning & Refrigeration can help. They proudly serve the Robertsdale, AL, area, and are committed to keeping clients’ systems running efficiently. They can assist with commercial refrigeration needs as well as HVAC maintenance and installation. Explore their company further on their website and call (251) 947-9499 to speak with a representative.

AC License: 94143
Refrigeration License: 50700

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