Fault guide
Ice Machine Not Making Ice — Repairs in Sandton
A machine that runs but produces nothing is usually a water supply, harvest control or refrigeration problem. The sequence of checks matters more than guessing at parts.
Possible causes
- Water supply closed, restricted or filter blocked
- Failed water inlet valve
- Circulation pump failure
- Harvest cycle not initiating
- Refrigeration underperformance
- Control board or probe fault
Safe basic checks
- 01Confirm the water supply tap is fully open
- 02Check whether the filter is past its change date
- 03Confirm the machine has power and is switched on at the machine, not only the wall
- 04Check the bin is not full and the level control is not blocked by ice
When professional repair is recommended
If water is present and the machine still produces nothing, stop and call a technician — further diagnosis requires measuring refrigeration and control circuits.
Do not attempt electrical, refrigerant or internal mechanical work. Call 069 268 0988.
Maintenance prevention
Change filters on schedule, clean the condenser regularly and have the water circuit professionally cleaned two to four times a year.
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