LG Refrigerator Ice Maker (AEQ72910409)

The LG Refrigerator Ice Maker produces and dispenses ice by cycling water into a mold, freezing it, and then harvesting the cubes into the ice bin for storage and dispensing. It works with the refrigerator's water inlet valve and control board to manage fill cycles, freezing time, and ejection, keeping a steady supply of ice available in your French Door refrigerator.

The LG Refrigerator Ice Maker can fail due to worn ejector components, a burned-out heating element that releases the ice from the mold, a faulty thermostat, or mineral buildup from hard water over time. Motor failure, cracked mold housings, or electrical faults within the assembly can also cause the unit to stop producing ice entirely or work inconsistently.

These symptoms can help you decide if the ice maker matches your problem:

- Ice maker produces no ice despite water being connected and freezer temperature being correct

- Ice cubes are undersized, misshapen, or clumped together in the bin

- Ice maker runs continuously without stopping or harvesting

- Loud clicking, grinding, or humming coming from the ice maker area

- Water leaks into the ice bin or onto the freezer floor

- Ice dispenser jams frequently due to irregular cube shapes

- Ice has an unusual taste or odor linked to poor cycling