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DCS Refrigerator Error Code IM

The IM error code on a DCS refrigerator indicates a fault with the ice maker itself. This can be caused by a number of factors, including:

  • Ice maker motor failure: The motor that turns the ice maker’s auger may have failed.
  • Ice maker water valve failure: The valve that supplies water to the ice maker may have failed.
  • Ice maker sensor failure: A sensor that monitors the ice maker’s temperature or water level may have failed.
  • Ice maker control board failure: The control board that operates the ice maker may have failed.

Symptoms of the IM Error Code

There are a few symptoms that can indicate the IM error code. These include:

  • No ice production: The ice maker will not produce any ice.
  • Insufficient ice production: The ice maker will produce ice, but not enough to meet demand.
  • Ice maker makes a strange noise: The ice maker may make a strange noise, such as a grinding or rattling noise.
  • Ice maker leaks water: The ice maker may leak water.

Troubleshooting the IM Error Code

If you see the IM error code on your DCS refrigerator, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:

  1. Check the power supply: Make sure that the refrigerator is plugged in and that the power is turned on.
  2. Check the ice maker water supply: Make sure that the water supply to the refrigerator is turned on.
  3. Check the ice maker drain: Make sure that the ice maker drain is not clogged.
  4. Check the ice maker’s components: Visually inspect the ice maker’s components for any signs of damage or wear.

If you have checked all of these things and the IM error code is still present, you will need to contact a qualified appliance repair technician.

Replacing the Ice Maker

If the ice maker needs to be replaced, you can purchase a new ice maker from a DCS authorized dealer. To replace the ice maker, follow these steps:

  1. Unplug the refrigerator.
  2. Remove the back panel of the refrigerator.
  3. Locate the ice maker.
  4. Remove the screws that hold the ice maker in place.
  5. Remove the old ice maker.
  6. Install the new ice maker.
  7. Reattach the back panel and plug in the refrigerator.

Conclusion

The IM error code is a serious problem that can prevent your refrigerator from producing ice. If you see this error code, it is important to contact a qualified appliance repair technician as soon as possible.

Here are some additional tips for troubleshooting the IM error code:

  • If you have recently had a power surge or voltage spike, the ice maker may have been damaged by the surge.
  • If you have recently dropped or otherwise damaged your refrigerator, the ice maker may have been damaged.
  • If you have recently had the refrigerator serviced, the technician may have accidentally damaged the ice maker.

By following these tips, you can increase your chances of identifying and fixing the IM error code.

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