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W W W . V I N O T E M P . C O M
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
You can solve many common problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible
service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before
contacting Vinotemp.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Ice maker does not
power on
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Not plugged in.
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A tripped circuit breaker or a blown fuse.
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Ice maker control switch is set in “OFF” position.
Ice maker is on but not
producing ice
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Airflow to front grill is blocked
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Ice maker arm was set in the “OFF” position
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Water supply is turned off
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Water line is crimped; water is not reaching unit
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Ice maker has excessive frost build up
Compressor turns on
and off frequently
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Room temperature is warmer than normal.
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Appliance door is open too often.
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Door is not closed completely.
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Door gasket does not seal properly.
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Ice maker does not have adequate ventilation.
Check to ensure that the grill is unobstructed and
condenser coils are clean.
Excessive vibrations
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Check to assure that the ice maker is level. Adjust
the leveling legs as needed.
Ice maker seems to
make too much noise
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A rattling noise may come from the flow of the
refrigerant; this is normal.
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As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in your
appliance.
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Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may
cause popping and crackling noises.
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Ice maker is not level.
Door will not close
properly
•
Ice maker is not leveled.
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Door was reversed and not properly installed.
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Door gasket is dirty.
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The ice bucket is out of proper position.
Ice cubes are melted
together
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Ice maker door is opened too often