The ice maker supply line is a small plastic, copper, or stainless steel water line that feeds directly into the ice maker. If the filter is clogged the ice maker will make fewer and smaller ice cubes. To check if the filter or water line is clogged, place a cup underneath the water dispenser.

Does ice maker require water line?

You Have to Continually Add Water: Portable ice machines still need water to make ice. Without a water line, you will need to find a faucet or bring bottled water with you. Every time the ice is low, you need to pour in more water for more ice.

Where is ice maker water line?

Located near the cold water supply at the bottom of the kitchen sink. In the basement. In a crawl space. In the cabinet next to the refrigerator.

Why do ice cubes get stuck in ice maker?

Ice Maker Gets Stuck If the ice storage bin gets too full or isnt used often enough, slight melting and refreezing may cause ice cubes to stick together in clumps, making it impossible to dispense them. Since inactivity causes ice clumps to form, the easiest long-term fix is to use the ice maker more frequently.

How long is a fridge water line?

Now, there are convenient (and less kink-able)1/4-inch flexible water supply tubes in lengths from 1 to 20 feet as well as convenient Add-A-Tee adapter fittings that can be installed pretty much anywhere there is an existing shutoff valve.