whirlpool side by side freezing up

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1. amomipais82
   

   Hi,
   
   It isn't necessary to turn off the main water supply, or the supply to the fridge; and disconnecting water lines isn't necessary.
   This procedure requires connecting the supply solenoid to 120v wall current using a 'cheater' power source. If you are uncomfortable doing this, or you're working in less-than ideal conditions, please don't attempt this. You'll need to get behind your fridge with enough space to access the water valve which is located at the base of the chassis - freezer side. The ice maker can be installed, or it can be out for this procedure.
   
   You'll need:
   A 'cheater' power plug, which is a wall plug with alligator clips attached to each wire on the other end. You can crimp on 1/4 female terminals which is the safest....purchased at ACE, LOWES, HOME DEPOT, etc.
   
   A 1/4" socket or wrench
   A cup to catch the water if your ice maker is removed
   Pull your refrigerator out from the wall then:
   Remove the screws that hold the cardboard dust cover, and remove the cover.
   Locate the water valve, located at the base of the chassis on the freezer side.
   Remove the two screws securing the module to the chassis.
   Pull the module outward so that the power plug connectors to the solenoids can be accessed.
   Identify the correct water feed solenoid for the ice maker. This is the solenoid over the thinner feed line.
   Remove the plug-in power connector for the ice maker feed solenoid.
   Using the unplugged 'cheater' power plug, clip a wire onto each spade terminal, or thread each stripped wire through the spade holes. Ensure that these connections are secure, don't have a chance of touching each other, and are away from the chassis of the fridge. Putting some electrical tape around each is a good preventative measure.
   If your ice maker is removed, place a cup, can or small bowl under the black supply hose located above the ice maker on the right side.
   Briefly plug in the 'cheater' power cord for 2 seconds or so and listen for operation of the solenoid. If it's operational, it will be clearly heard. Unplug the 'cheater' cord.
   Check the catch cup/can for water, or your ice maker tray for water.
   If you hear the solenoid after plugging in, but no water comes through the feed, you have a physical blockage in your line (possibly frozen or clogged). If you don't hear the solenoid after plugging in the cord, it's a bad feed module.
   Good Luck....

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