KitchenAid Refrigerator Is Not Making Enough Ice

Many of the problems regarding your KitchenAid refrigerator not creating enough ice stem from minor issues that are remedied by following a few simple processes. In some instances, it may seem like your refrigerator is not creating enough ice, even though the refrigerator is actually working just as it is designed to work. When operating efficiently, your ice maker should be able to produce around two dozen cubes per hour.



Instructions


1)Turn the water valve fully to make sure it is completely opened. If the valve is not all the way open, the ice maker will fill slowly.

2) Tighten the water line's connection to the inlet valve on the back of the refrigerator. Turn the nut on the line clockwise to tighten it. A less-than-tight water line can allow water to escape the line instead of filling the ice maker.

3) Replace a water line that has kinks in it. Make sure the refrigerator is not resting on the water line, thus causing a slower flow of water to the device.

4) Wait at least 24 hours after the refrigerator is installed before expecting to see ice in the ice maker. It takes several hours to get the freezer to a cool enough temperature to produce ice. It takes about 72 hours for the ice maker to completely fill up with ice.

5) Use a plastic utensil to dislodge ice cubes that are stuck in the dispenser chute. Allowing ice to build up in this chute will make it difficult for ice to dispense. Also use the utensil to break up ice that builds up around the dispenser arm. If ice freezes the dispenser arm, the ice maker can be permanently set to not produce ice.

6) Remove the water filter from the refrigerator and press the button to operate the ice maker. If ice dispenses as it should after doing this, there is a good chance that the filter is not correctly installed or is dirty. Clean the filter or replace it with a new one.

How to Fix a Frozen Ice Cube Maker

A frozen ice cube maker happens primarily because the inlet, or the fill tube that connects to the ice maker, freezes. A frozen fill tube may have other causes including slow water flow due to low water pressure, improper installation or a clogged filter. But occasionally the line may freeze for no apparent reason. Thaw the line before using the ice maker again, and look for additional problems if the tube continues to freeze repeatedly. It's also beneficial to thaw the tube before you remove it for repairs as the tubing will tear when removed in its frozen state.


Instructions


1)Turn off the refrigerator and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

2) Remove the ice bucket from the freezer and any pieces of ice still in the ice maker. Most ice makers have a door or chute you can lift up to access the interior to remove the ice.

3) Locate the water fill tube that connects to the ice maker. Some tubes are located behind a piece of housing while others are behind the ice maker. Most models have retaining clips you press to remove the housing or ice maker.

4) Moisten a towel with hot water and wrap it around the hose. Wait for about 10 minutes.

5) Feel the tube to see if it is soft and free of ice. If it is not, moisten the towel again with hot water and wrap it around the tube again.

6) Replace any ice maker parts you remove, plug the refrigerator in and turn it on.

How to Replace a ProForm Treadmill Walking Belt

How to Replace a ProForm Treadmill Walking Belt


Instructions:

1) Unplug your treadmill and remove the motor hood. If you do not see an adjustment bolt, mark the positions of the rollers on the bolt on the front and back of the treadmill. A permanent marker works well.

2) Take off the plastic side covers on the deck surface, but do not force them. If you see staples, slide the covers toward the back of the treadmill. If there are staples in the front and the rear, remove them gently with a screwdriver. This will break the plastic.

3) Loosen the walking belt by loosening the bolts on the motor and rocking it forward. The roller in the front now needs to be removed. Do this by either loosening the bolt on the side or wiggling the posts out of the holders. Do not remove the bolts from the roller in the rear.

4) The deck must be removed next. This should be as simple as undoing a few bolts or screws with your Phillips head screwdriver. If your treadmill has side rails, these must be removed first. See your owner's manual for instructions.

5) Pull the belt off and put the new one on. Reverse these steps to finish installing your new belt.

How to Troubleshoot Error Codes for the Kenmore Elite HE3 Washer

Kenmore's Elite HE3 washer has a comprehensive error reporting system. The error messages appear on the display along with a tone sound. While the error messages aren't written in plain English, they provide codes that can be looked up--or if the issue happens often enough, you'll get to know the code's translation from memory. The codes start with the letter "F" and are followed by a two-digit number. There is one plain English code and that's "SUD," which refers to the Suds Routine.


Instructions:

1) Check the display for an error message and identify the error message. "SUD" means that the Suds Routine has run and excessive suds remain and have been detected. "F20" indicates a water inlet problem with no or insufficient water supply. "F21" is a drain problem. "F22" is a door lock issue.

2) Use HE (high-efficiency) detergents if the SUD error shows.

3) Press the "Stop" button twice to cancel the cycle and unplug the washer if "F20" or "F21" shows. In the case of "F20," look for water faucets that aren't turned on, inlet hose screens that are clogged, or kinked or frozen inlet hoses. In the case of "F21," check the drain hose for kinks, freezing and clogging. Remedy and try the cycle again.

4) Press the "Stop" button twice to cancel the cycle if "F22" shows. Check that the washer door is firmly shut--open it and shut it and try again. Make sure there aren't items blocking the closing of the door. Don't overload the basket. Try the cycle again.

5) Press the "Stop" button twice to cancel the cycle if an error code other than "F20," "F21" and "F22" shows. Choose the "Drain & Spin" cycle if there is excessive water in the machine. Start the cycle again, and call for service if the error message reappears.

How to Replace Whirlpool Refrigerator Filters

1) Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker. Some Whirlpool models use a wire on/off lever on the upper side of the ice maker. Flip the lever up to turn off the ice maker. Other models have an on/off switch on the side of the freezer compartment. Push the switch to "off" and close the freezer door.

2) Inspect the lower grille below the refrigerator doors, and look for a round disc with a handle. This disc connects to the water filter. Turn the handle counterclockwise with your fingers to unlock the water filter. Grab the handle and pull out the disc with the water filter.


3) Slide the disc off the protruding notch on the bottom of the water filter. Unpack the new water filter from its box and pull off the plastic cover on the tip of the filter. Slide the disc on the protruding notch on the bottom end of the new filter.

4) Hold the disc and filter in front of the hole in the refrigerator grille. Rotate the disc so the handle is pointing vertically. Insert the filter into the hole in the grill until the disc is flush against the grill. Turn the disc clockwise to lock the filter in position. The handle is horizontal when the filter is locked.

5) Fill a large glass or container with water from the water dispenser on the refrigerator door. Empty the container and fill it again. Continue filling and emptying the container until the water stream no longer has bubbles and the water is clear. Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker.

How to Repair Kenmore Elite Oasis Dryer Error Codes

1) Press and hold the "Start" button to restart the dryer cycle if the "PF" (power failure) error code appears. This code often appears when a cycle is interrupted before it completes. You may also check the breaker or household fuse, and ensure the machine has not come unplugged.


2) Press "Stop" when the "AF" code appears. The timer will reappear on the display. The "AF" code appears when there is low airflow. To reduce the likeliness the code appears on the next cycle, remove the lint screen and clean the lint from it. Also check to make sure the vent pipe that extends from the dryer to outside the home is clear.


3) Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME to contact Sears Service if any error code that starts with a "F" appears on the display. These are service codes that require electrical adjustments.

Kenmore front loading dryers beeping

End of Cycle

        It’s normal for certain Kenmore front-load dryers to beep when a drying cycle ends. The noise is to let you know that clothes are dry and ready to be removed. Some models will beep once, others will beep several times in a series, and some will beep at regular intervals to confirm or remind you that a cycle is over. Open the washer’s door to stop it from beeping or press “Pause” or “Stop” on the dryer’s control panel to silence the dryer until you’re ready to empty it.
  
Diagnostic Test

        Running a diagnostic test could cause a Kenmore front-load dryer to beep continuously during the test or if it gets stuck in diagnostic mode. In this mode, a dryer will beep every time you make a change to the dryer’s state, such as opening and closing the door, choosing a cycle setting or pressing “Start.” Stop the diagnostic test by holding down both the “Pause/Cancel” and “Select” buttons at the same time for at least six seconds to reset the dryer to normal function. If this doesn’t reset the dryer, unplug its power cord from the electrical outlet and wait one minute before plugging it back in. Cutting its power source should reset the dryer and stop it from beeping.

    
Error Code Alert

        An error code alert could make a Kenmore front-load dryer beep nonstop. On certain dryers that don’t have digital displays, the beep is intended to inform you of a problem; the display lights on the machine will blink in series to relay an error code so you can identify and fix the issue. To determine the problem, count the number of times the Drying, Cool Down, Wrinkle Rid and Clean Lint Filter lights flash to get the first number of the two-digit error code. Then, count the number of flashes made by the Start indicator light to get the second number. Once you have the error code, look it up in your dryer’s manual or contact Kenmore for additional information.
  

Failed Temperature Sensor

        Kenmore dryers will beep incessantly when the temperature sensor or thermistor fails. Review the manual for your dryer to confirm that your dryer has this component and to determine its location. Accessing the sensor usually requires that you remove the front lower panel of your dryer. Once the panel is removed, you can test the sensor’s voltage with a multimeter or contact Kenmore to have a technician test it for you. The sensor should provide a reading of 50,000 ohms at room temperature. If the voltage is lower, it means the sensor is bad and must be replaced.