Resetting the Samsung ice maker is one of the most common things if you use the Samsung ice maker. People generally reset their ice maker if it starts malfunctioning. If you do not know how to reset the Samsung ice maker then don’t take any stress, I will tell you how to reset the Samsung ice maker.
There can be several reasons when you should reset your ice maker such as when your ice maker does not dispense the ice from the ice mold, the quality of the ice is not good enough, your ice maker is not making ice or making small ice, and some other these types of problems.
Resetting your ice maker is not a big task, anyone can do it. If you don’t know how to reset the ice maker then just follow my Samsung ice maker reset instructions carefully and you will also know how to reset the ice maker. From next time you can do it without any help.
Before telling the steps of resetting the Samsung ice maker there is one thing which I want to clear. There are several types of Samsung ice makers and all the ice makers have some differences in their functions and process.
If you find anything different then you can take the help of the user manual which is given by the ice maker to understand that point. Although this blog is applicable to almost every Samsung ice maker, there can be minor differences but the rest of the troubleshooting will be the same.
Check the ice maker
Before you start resetting the ice maker, you have to check some important things to make sure that your Samsung ice maker needs to be reset. There are times when people think that their ice maker needs to be reset but actually, they don’t need resetting instead there are some other problems that need to be fixed.
Things you need to check are-
Ice maker is plugged in – Well, this might sound out of the blue but it is true. Sometimes people forget to plug in their ice maker and think that their ice maker is not working. In this confusion, they try to reset the ice maker and this is a complete waste of time. If your ice maker is not plugged in then check first, if it’s not then plug it in and your ice maker will start working again.
Water supply – Once you check the power connection of the ice maker, check the water supply in the ice maker. If your ice maker is not getting water supply properly then solve that problem instead of resetting the ice maker. Once you solve the water supply problem your ice maker will work properly.
The compressor is working properly – Check the compressor of the ice maker and also the major components of the ice maker. If there is any default in any of them and most importantly in the compressor then take the professional’s help.
Temperature – Also check the temperature of the ice maker. If the temperature of the ice maker is not perfect then it will not make ice. Set the temperature according to the user manual and the ice maker will start making ice.
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If all these above mentioned are according to the manual and your ice maker is still malfunctioning then you have to reset your Samsung ice maker. To reset the Samsung ice maker follow these instructions-
Turn off the ice maker
The first step is to turn off the ice maker. This is not for your safety instead it is for the convenient resetting process. Turning off the ice maker will stop the ice production and it will not produce ice during the reset process.
To turn off the ice maker you have to turn the power switch to the off position and your ice maker will turn off. Also turning off the ice maker will reduce the chances of any electrical accidents.
Find the reset button
Before starting the reset process you have to find the reset button in the Samsung ice maker. Almost every Samsung ice maker has a reset button in them, location of the reset button may vary according to the model of the Samsung ice maker.
Most commonly the reset button is found on the control panel inside the ice maker. If you cannot find the reset button then take the help of the user manual to find it. On the reset button or beside the reset button there is written reset or ice maker reset so you can easily find the button.
Press the reset button
Once you find the reset button press it to reset the Samsung ice maker. Some of the models of the ice maker have very tiny reset buttons so keep a toothpick, a pin, or a pen to press the button easily. Press the button with pressure.
Press the reset button and hold it for several seconds, time can vary in different models of the Samsung ice maker. Once you press the reset button you may hear the sound of the motor sound from inside the ice maker. Release the button once you hear the beep sound. The ice maker will reset itself in a while.
Leave the ice maker for several minutes, it will reset itself properly.
If there is no reset button
If your Samsung ice maker does not have the reset button then also you can reset your ice maker. There are some models which do not have the reset button, you do not have to worry. There is a process for that situation as well.
To reset the Samsung ice maker which does not have the reset button, you have to press the power button on the ice maker for several seconds till it turns off and press the power button once again to reset it. Pressing the power button of the ice maker will reset the ice maker which doesn’t have the reset button.
Turn on the ice maker
Once your ice maker is reset properly you have to turn on the ice maker. To start the ice production in the ice maker you have to turn on the ice maker. To turn on the ice maker you just have to turn the power switch to “on”.
Check the ice maker
After resetting the ice maker and turning on the ice maker, check the ice production in the ice maker. The ice production may take a few hours, but be patient and wait for the ice production. Also, check the ice production for one to two days.
Check the dispensing of ice from the mold to the ice basket as well. After a few hours, you will ice dispensing in the ice bucket. This will give you an idea that your Samsung ice maker is reset perfectly.
FAQ
Where is my Samsung ice maker reset button?
The location of the reset button in the Samsung ice maker will vary according to the model of the ice maker. Generally, the reset button is on the control panel of the ice maker. If you cannot find the reset button then take the help of the user manual to find it.
Why is my Samsung ice maker not dispensing ice?
Samsung ice maker not dispensing ice then there can be several reasons for that such as technical issues, ice blockage, wrong water pressure, and some other reasons. The technical issue can be removed by resetting the ice maker.
Why should I reset my ice maker?
There can be several reasons for resetting the ice maker. Such as not dispensing ice properly, making small ice, or any other malfunctions, and to fix these problems you have to reset your ice maker.
How long does it take for the Samsung ice maker to reset?
Timing for the reset of the Samsung ice maker can vary, depending on the model of the ice maker. Generally, it takes five to ten minutes to reset properly.
Will unplugging the Samsung ice maker reset it?
Yes, in most of the models of the Samsung ice maker by pressing the power button and then unplugging it will reset the ice maker.
Conclusion
Resetting the Samsung ice maker is an easy task compared to the other troubleshooting processes. Resetting the ice maker gives it a kickstart to work properly. It is important to reset the ice maker if it is malfunctioning, to make it work properly. Resetting the ice maker will not harm it if done properly instead it will solve the minor problems in the Samsung ice maker.
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