SYMPTOM

No Ice or Low Ice Production

Appliance: Sub-Zero 700 Series Models: 700TR, 700TC/I, 700TF/I, 700BR, 700BF/I

What This Means

The icemaker is not producing ice or producing very little. Diagnosis depends on the ejector arm position (clock position) when the icemaker is stalled. Common causes include no water supply, frozen fill tubes, faulty modular head, thermostat issues, or water pressure problems.

🔍 Possible Causes & Solutions

Possible CauseHow to Fix
Freezer not cold enoughCheck freezer temperature; press COLDER
Ice maker system shut offPress ICE key to enable
No water line connectedContact plumber to run water line
Jammed ice cubeRemove jammed cube from mold
Ice bucket out of positionEnsure bucket depresses icemaker/drawer switch
Icemaker/drawer switch faultyCheck resistance with switch depressed; replace if open
Frozen fill tubeCheck/replace water valve; check/replace fill tube heater
Kinked water lineUn-kink or replace water line between valve and fill tube
Clogged screen in water valveReplace water valve
Low water pressure (<20 psi)Increase supply pressure. Test: jump T & H ports 10 sec, catch water = 130cc
High water pressure (>120 psi)Decrease supply pressure
Open heater circuit (L & H = 72 ohms)Replace mold and heater assembly
Thermostat out of calibrationReplace thermostat (apply fresh alumilastic)
Faulty modular head (no run when T & H jumped)Replace icemaker modular head
Ice level arm locked upLower ice level arm
Broken cam followerReplace icemaker modular head
Test Specifications
Water Pressure Range: 20-120 psi
Water Fill Test (T&H jump 10 sec): 130cc
Heater Circuit (L & H ports): 72 ohms
Module Housing Screws: 20-26 in/lbs torque

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Sub-Zero 700 not making ice?

Check that the ICE button is enabled, the freezer is cold enough, and water supply is connected with 20-120 psi pressure. The ejector arm position helps pinpoint the specific failure.

How do I test Sub-Zero icemaker water flow?

Jump between the T and H ports on the icemaker module for 10 seconds. Remove the jumper and catch the water — you should get approximately 130cc.