Ice makers use a filter to stop particles in the water from contaminating the ice or making it taste funny.
Kitchenaid ice maker filter stuck. How to remove a stuck water filter. Take the water filter out of its packaging and remove the cover from the o rings. If you are having difficulties removing your water filter follow the tips in the link below. Turn off the water to the refrigerator and purge some of the water from the water line line using the water dispenser.
Is the ice maker turned on. Be sure the o rings are still in place after the cover is removed. Was the water system flushed after filter installation or replacement. Please follow the instructions for removing the water filter found in the use and care guide first before attempting these methods.
Dispense several cups of water this will release some of the water pressure in the water line. I have removed the cover from the filter housing but i am still unable to remove. If your kitchenaid ice maker is not working u se this troubleshooting guide to diagnose common problems. Does your water filter need to be replaced.
If you never replace the filter it can become clogged over time and block the flow of water into the ice maker. The filter will not turn all the way to the unlock position. How to change the water filter kitchenaid freestanding ice maker. These tips are for removing difficult or stuck water filters.
The filter is clogged. Check manufacturer specifications to find out how often you should. I have a kitchenaid standalone ice maker model kuix305ess1 and i can t remove the water filter. When to change the water filter for your kitchenaid freestanding ice maker additional filter information it is recommended that the water filter be replaced every 9 months 2 000 gallons of water use when the indicator light comes on or as needed.
Is the ice maker jammed. This video provides step by step instructions for replacing the water filter on a kitchenaid ice machine model kuid508ess2. If playback doesn t begin shortly try restarting your device. It looks like i will need to disconnect the water.
After purging the water line try removing the water filter.