Kenmore 596.50002100 - Manual (Page 28)

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Ice maker is not
producing ice Ice maker arm is not in correct position. Confirm ice maker arm is down. See Freezer Features
section in your owner’s manual for details
Household water supply is not reaching
water valve
Check water connection procedure written in Installing Your
Refrigerator.
Copper or plastic tubing has kinks. Turn off water supply and remove kinks, if kinks cannot be
removed, replace tubing.
Water pressure is too low. Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per square
inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per
square inch is recommended for refrigerators with water filters.
Check freezer temperature. See temperature controls section in Installing Your
Refrigerator to adjust your controls. Freezer must be
between 0 to 2° F (-18 to -17° C) to produce ice.
Ice bin is not installed properly See ice bin section for proper installation and alignment.
Improper water valve was installed. Check water connection procedure in your Installation
Instructions. Self-piercing and Tw” saddle valves cause low
water pressure and may clog the line over time. The
manufacturer is not responsible for property damage due
to improper installation or water connection.
Water fitter indicator light
is red
Water filter needs to be replaced. If filter is not available, replace with bypass filter. See
Dispenser Features section for directions.
Filter indicator sensor needs to be reset. See Dispenser Features section for directions.
Refrigerator is leaking
water
Plastic tubing was used to complete water
connection. The manufacturer recommends using copper tubing for
installation. Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage.
The manufacturer is not responsible for property damage
due to improper installation or water connection.
Improper water valve was installed Check water connection procedure in your Installation
Instructions. Self-piercing and Tie” saddle valves cause low
water pressure and may clog the line over time. The
manufacturer is not responsible for property damage due
to improper installation or water connection.
Ice forms in inlet tube
to ice maker Water pressure is low.
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators with
water filters.
Freezer temperature is too high.
See temperature controls section in Installing Your
Refrigerator to adjust your controls. Freezer must be
between 0 to 2° F (-18 to -17° C) to produce ice.
Water flow is slower
than normal Water pressure is too low.
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators with
water filters.
Improper water valve was installed. Check water connection procedure in your Installation
Instructions. Self-piercing and Tis” saddle valves cause low
water pressure and may clog the line over time. The
manufacturer is not responsible for property damage due
to improper installation or water connection.
Copper or plastic tubing has kinks. Turn off water supply and remove kinks. If kinks cannot be
removed, replace tubinq.
Water filter is clogged or needs to be
changed. Change water filter.
Dispenser water is not
coid
Refrigerator has been recently installed. Allow approximately 12 hours for water in holding tank to chill.
Water supply in holding tank has been
depleted.
Water has settled into water lines outside
holding tank and has warmed to room
temperature.
Discard first glass of water and refill.
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