Gfe28gynfs ice maker not working
Cause 1 of 5The icemaker is turned off. Source: Troubleshooting Tips, p. 47
First checkCheck that the icemaker is turned on with the ICE MAKER button.
Causes and checks
The icemaker is turned off. Source: Troubleshooting Tips, p. 47
- Check that the icemaker is turned on with the ICE MAKER button. See Turn the icemaker on or off.
The water filter is clogged. Source: Troubleshooting Tips, p. 47
- Replace the filter cartridge, or remove it and install the plug. See Replace the RPWFE or XWFE water filter.
The filter cartridge is not properly installed. Source: Troubleshooting Tips, p. 47
- Remove and reinstall the filter cartridge, being certain that it locks in place. See Replace the RPWFE or XWFE water filter.
The supply line or shutoff valve is clogged. Source: Troubleshooting Tips, p. 47
Licensed plumber Call a plumber.The icemaker was just installed. Source: Using the Freezer: Automatic Ice Maker, p. 23
- Wait 12 to 24 hours; throw away the first bin of ice.
All 5 causes checked. Contact GE Appliances: 800.432.2737.
Service
If the checks above do not clear it, contact GE Appliances: 800.432.2737, geappliances.com/. United States. Canada: 800.561.3344. Source: Consumer Support: Schedule Service, p. 56
Other GFE28GYNFS problems
- Refrigerator is not cooling2 causes in the manual. First: the cooling system is turned off.
- Water dispenser does not work4 causes in the manual. First: the water supply line is turned off or not connected.
- Water in the glass is warm2 causes in the manual. First: the refrigerator was just installed.
- AutoFill under-fills, does not fill or overfills2 causes in the manual. First: the container does not work with AutoFill. Not all containers do, and AutoFill both under-fills and overfills some.
- Water spurts from the dispenserA newly installed filter cartridge.
- Water leaks from the dispenserAir in the water line causes water to drip after being dispensed.
- Water has a poor taste or odorThe water dispenser has not been used for a long time.
- Water is not filteringA filter bypass is installed on Control Styles B and C.
Sources
- Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions, Refrigerators Bottom Freezer, GFE28, GFE26, GFD28, GFS26, GYE22, GYS22, PFE28K and related models. GE Appliances, a Haier company. Document 49-1000585, revision Rev 6, 168 pages, en-US. images.salsify.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
- Quick Specs, GFE28GMK/GEL/GYN 27.7 cu. ft. French-Door Refrigerator. GE Appliances. Document GFE28GMK/GEL/GYN, revision Specification revised 07/25, 2025-07, 2 pages, en-US. images.salsify.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
- Product page and specifications, GFE28GYNFS (water filtration). GE Appliances. Document GFE28GYNFS, revision Web page retrieved 2026-11-13, 1 pages, en-US. geappliances.com. Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.