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Stephanie WilliamsSep 23, 2025
What to do if ice stuck and heater not working in Viking VCFF136 Refrigerator?
- AAndrea WhitakerSep 23, 2025
To address ice stuck because the heater is not working in your Viking Refrigerator, replace the ice maker.
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To address ice stuck because the heater is not working in your Viking Refrigerator, replace the ice maker.
What to do if there is no water to ice maker in Viking VCFF136?
If there's no water to the ice maker in your Viking Refrigerator, first, ensure the water supply is turned on. Then, inspect the supply line and water valve for any obstructions. Finally, verify the water valve's operation.
What causes low water fill volume in Viking Refrigerator?
To resolve low water fill volume in your Viking Refrigerator, adjust the water fill screw at the ice maker, clear any obstructions in the supply line or supply valve, and if needed, replace the water valve.
What causes excessive water fill volume in Viking VCFF136?
To correct excessive water fill volume in your Viking Refrigerator, adjust the water fill screw at the ice maker. Reduce the water pressure. Replace the water valve. Replace the ice maker.
How to fix a Viking Refrigerator that will not operate?
If your Viking Refrigerator unit isn't operating, check the power supply by verifying the voltage and resetting the breaker. Also, ensure the power switch is in the “ON” position.
How to lower raised shut-off arm in Viking Refrigerator?
If the shut-off arm is raised in your Viking Refrigerator, lower the shut-off arm to the “ON” position.
What causes ice build-up on ejector blades in Viking Refrigerator?
To address ice build-up on the ejector blades in your Viking Refrigerator, refer to the solutions for hollow cubes. Remove the ice maker and allow it to thaw. Adjust the water fill level.
What causes cubes falling back into mold during ejection in Viking VCFF136 Refrigerator?
If cubes are falling back into the mold during ejection in your Viking Refrigerator, check the fill level and align the fill cup.
How to fix low water pressure at water valve in Viking VCFF136 Refrigerator?
To fix low water pressure at the water valve of your Viking Refrigerator, remove any restrictions in the line.
What to do if water overflows fill cup in Viking VCFF136 Refrigerator?
To address water overflowing the fill cup in your Viking Refrigerator, reposition the fill tube in the fill cup and remove any obstructions in the fill cup.
Provides crucial safety messages and alerts personnel to hazards. Read and obey all safety messages.
Details technical specifications for different Viking refrigerator models including dimensions and electrical requirements.
Lists critical safety warnings regarding appliance usage, electrical hazards, and burn risks to prevent injury.
Explains how to interpret model and serial numbers using a matrix and identifies the location of the identification plate.
Guides users on operating the refrigerator and freezer controls, including temperature adjustments and basic functions.
Details initial settings and step-by-step instructions for adjusting refrigerator and freezer temperatures for optimal cooling.
Explains various features like Max Ice, Water Filter Indicator, Vacation Mode, and High Temp Alarm for enhanced functionality.
Allows customization of temperature display (°F/°C), audible alarms, and activation of Sabbath Mode for user preferences.
Details the operation, installation, and maintenance of the ice maker, including ice production and quality tips.
Provides instructions for replacing the water filter, including specifications and troubleshooting for air in the system.
Offers guidance on cleaning the refrigerator and freezer sections, interior surfaces, and exteriors, including condenser cleaning.
Step-by-step guide on how to enter programming mode using specific keypad sequences to access unit settings.
Explains how the control board manages defrost intervals based on compressor run time and defrost heater usage.
Provides a detailed procedure to manually initiate the defrost cycle using specific button presses on the control panel.
Step-by-step instructions to access the service test mode, enabling diagnostic checks of various appliance components.
Tests the defrost circuit by energizing/de-energizing it, displaying ON/OFF or status codes.
Tests the compressor and condenser fan by toggling them ON and OFF to check operation.
Tests the freezer fan by toggling its speed (OFF, High, Low) to check functionality.
Tests the damper by toggling its state between OPEN (OP) and CLOSED (CL) to verify functionality.
Tests the mullion heater by toggling it ON or OFF to check its operation.
Checks the fresh food thermistor, displaying actual temp, OP (open), or SH (shorted).
Checks the freezer thermistor, displaying actual temp, OP (open), or SH (shorted).
Checks the machine compartment thermistor, showing temp, OP (open), or SH (shorted).
Tests the fresh food door switch, displaying OP (open) or CL (closed) based on door status.
Tests the freezer door switches, displaying OP (open) or CL (closed) based on door status.
Displays the state of the internal water dispenser, indicating if it is ON or OFF.
Displays the last key pressed, indicating keypad responsiveness and input.
Tests the operation of LED indicators by flashing them, allowing verification of their functionality.
Shows the state of the ice maker water valve, indicating whether it is ON or OFF.
Tests the mullion heater by cycling it ON (100% time) or OFF (compressor off) to check its function.
Toggles defrost operation between adaptive defrost (OFF) and minimum time between defrosts (ON).
Calibrates fresh food temperature by adjusting plus/minus 1°F increments up to 6°F.
Calibrates freezer temperature by adjusting plus/minus 1°F increments up to 6°F.
Resets all adjustments to factory default settings (dEF) for the appliance.
Shows percent water filter consumption; 100% indicates replacement is needed.
Shows the number of days since the water filter was last reset, for tracking replacement.
Displays the software revision of the main control board for identification and troubleshooting.
Displays the software revision of the display board for identification and troubleshooting purposes.
Diagrams showing the location of connectors and components on the control board and main control board.
Provides a table of components, their test points, and expected readings for diagnostic testing of control boards.
Details wiring connections for the main control board, listing pin numbers, descriptions, and wire colors.
Illustrates the locations of key components within the refrigerator compartment, such as control panel and water dispenser.
Provides instructions for accessing and replacing the refrigerator light bulb.
Details the steps to access and replace the refrigerator light housing assembly.
Explains how to access, disconnect, and replace the appliance's main control board.
Provides steps to access and replace the refrigerator temperature sensor (thermistor).
Details how to access and adjust the slide control for the vegetable/meat drawer's airflow.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the refrigerator light switch.
Provides steps to remove and reinstall the water tank, including disconnecting water lines.
Details how to access, disconnect, and repair the water dispenser assembly.
Instructions for accessing and removing the refrigerator damper assembly.
Provides steps to access and remove the water filter for replacement.
Illustrates the locations of key components within the freezer compartment, such as ice maker and evaporator fan.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the freezer drawer switch.
Provides instructions for accessing and replacing the freezer compartment light bulb.
Details the steps to access and replace the freezer light housing.
Instructions for removing the freezer drawer, baskets, and glide adapters.
Explains the operation of the ice maker and provides steps to access it for service.
Instructions for removing the evaporator cover to access internal components.
Details how to access and replace the evaporator fan motor.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the defrost thermostat.
Diagram showing the location of the control board, water valve, condenser fan, and overload relay at the rear.
Steps to access, disconnect, and replace the main control board.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the overload relay.
Details how to access and replace the condenser fan.
Details ohmmeter and voltage checks for the ice maker module, heater, motor, and water valve.
Provides instructions for accessing and replacing the freezer thermistor.
Instructions for removing the evaporator cover to access internal components.
Details how to access and replace the evaporator fan motor.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the defrost thermostat.
Diagram showing the location of the control board, water valve, condenser fan, and overload relay at the rear.
Steps to access, disconnect, and replace the main control board.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the overload relay.
Details how to access and replace the condenser fan.
Provides steps to access and replace the water valve.
Guides users through common problems like unit not operating, running continually, or no lights, with probable causes and corrections.
Addresses power issues (ice maker, water valve) and water problems (no water, clogged valve, fill issues).
Covers issues with water pressure, fill volume, leaks, and temperature regulation for optimal performance.
Diagnoses common ice maker issues like not operating, jammed cubes, hollow cubes, and build-up.
Presents a comprehensive wiring schematic of the appliance, detailing all electrical connections and components.
Provides a detailed wiring diagram for the appliance, illustrating the interconnections between major components.
Provides crucial safety messages and alerts personnel to hazards. Read and obey all safety messages.
Details technical specifications for different Viking refrigerator models including dimensions and electrical requirements.
Lists critical safety warnings regarding appliance usage, electrical hazards, and burn risks to prevent injury.
Explains how to interpret model and serial numbers using a matrix and identifies the location of the identification plate.
Guides users on operating the refrigerator and freezer controls, including temperature adjustments and basic functions.
Details initial settings and step-by-step instructions for adjusting refrigerator and freezer temperatures for optimal cooling.
Explains various features like Max Ice, Water Filter Indicator, Vacation Mode, and High Temp Alarm for enhanced functionality.
Allows customization of temperature display (°F/°C), audible alarms, and activation of Sabbath Mode for user preferences.
Details the operation, installation, and maintenance of the ice maker, including ice production and quality tips.
Provides instructions for replacing the water filter, including specifications and troubleshooting for air in the system.
Offers guidance on cleaning the refrigerator and freezer sections, interior surfaces, and exteriors, including condenser cleaning.
Step-by-step guide on how to enter programming mode using specific keypad sequences to access unit settings.
Explains how the control board manages defrost intervals based on compressor run time and defrost heater usage.
Provides a detailed procedure to manually initiate the defrost cycle using specific button presses on the control panel.
Step-by-step instructions to access the service test mode, enabling diagnostic checks of various appliance components.
Tests the defrost circuit by energizing/de-energizing it, displaying ON/OFF or status codes.
Tests the compressor and condenser fan by toggling them ON and OFF to check operation.
Tests the freezer fan by toggling its speed (OFF, High, Low) to check functionality.
Tests the damper by toggling its state between OPEN (OP) and CLOSED (CL) to verify functionality.
Tests the mullion heater by toggling it ON or OFF to check its operation.
Checks the fresh food thermistor, displaying actual temp, OP (open), or SH (shorted).
Checks the freezer thermistor, displaying actual temp, OP (open), or SH (shorted).
Checks the machine compartment thermistor, showing temp, OP (open), or SH (shorted).
Tests the fresh food door switch, displaying OP (open) or CL (closed) based on door status.
Tests the freezer door switches, displaying OP (open) or CL (closed) based on door status.
Displays the state of the internal water dispenser, indicating if it is ON or OFF.
Displays the last key pressed, indicating keypad responsiveness and input.
Tests the operation of LED indicators by flashing them, allowing verification of their functionality.
Shows the state of the ice maker water valve, indicating whether it is ON or OFF.
Tests the mullion heater by cycling it ON (100% time) or OFF (compressor off) to check its function.
Toggles defrost operation between adaptive defrost (OFF) and minimum time between defrosts (ON).
Calibrates fresh food temperature by adjusting plus/minus 1°F increments up to 6°F.
Calibrates freezer temperature by adjusting plus/minus 1°F increments up to 6°F.
Resets all adjustments to factory default settings (dEF) for the appliance.
Shows percent water filter consumption; 100% indicates replacement is needed.
Shows the number of days since the water filter was last reset, for tracking replacement.
Displays the software revision of the main control board for identification and troubleshooting.
Displays the software revision of the display board for identification and troubleshooting purposes.
Diagrams showing the location of connectors and components on the control board and main control board.
Provides a table of components, their test points, and expected readings for diagnostic testing of control boards.
Details wiring connections for the main control board, listing pin numbers, descriptions, and wire colors.
Illustrates the locations of key components within the refrigerator compartment, such as control panel and water dispenser.
Provides instructions for accessing and replacing the refrigerator light bulb.
Details the steps to access and replace the refrigerator light housing assembly.
Explains how to access, disconnect, and replace the appliance's main control board.
Provides steps to access and replace the refrigerator temperature sensor (thermistor).
Details how to access and adjust the slide control for the vegetable/meat drawer's airflow.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the refrigerator light switch.
Provides steps to remove and reinstall the water tank, including disconnecting water lines.
Details how to access, disconnect, and repair the water dispenser assembly.
Instructions for accessing and removing the refrigerator damper assembly.
Provides steps to access and remove the water filter for replacement.
Illustrates the locations of key components within the freezer compartment, such as ice maker and evaporator fan.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the freezer drawer switch.
Provides instructions for accessing and replacing the freezer compartment light bulb.
Details the steps to access and replace the freezer light housing.
Instructions for removing the freezer drawer, baskets, and glide adapters.
Explains the operation of the ice maker and provides steps to access it for service.
Instructions for removing the evaporator cover to access internal components.
Details how to access and replace the evaporator fan motor.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the defrost thermostat.
Diagram showing the location of the control board, water valve, condenser fan, and overload relay at the rear.
Steps to access, disconnect, and replace the main control board.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the overload relay.
Details how to access and replace the condenser fan.
Details ohmmeter and voltage checks for the ice maker module, heater, motor, and water valve.
Provides instructions for accessing and replacing the freezer thermistor.
Instructions for removing the evaporator cover to access internal components.
Details how to access and replace the evaporator fan motor.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the defrost thermostat.
Diagram showing the location of the control board, water valve, condenser fan, and overload relay at the rear.
Steps to access, disconnect, and replace the main control board.
Instructions for accessing and replacing the overload relay.
Details how to access and replace the condenser fan.
Provides steps to access and replace the water valve.
Guides users through common problems like unit not operating, running continually, or no lights, with probable causes and corrections.
Addresses power issues (ice maker, water valve) and water problems (no water, clogged valve, fill issues).
Covers issues with water pressure, fill volume, leaks, and temperature regulation for optimal performance.
Diagnoses common ice maker issues like not operating, jammed cubes, hollow cubes, and build-up.
Presents a comprehensive wiring schematic of the appliance, detailing all electrical connections and components.
Provides a detailed wiring diagram for the appliance, illustrating the interconnections between major components.
General| Brand | Viking |
|---|---|
| Model | VCFF136 |
| Category | Refrigerator |
| Language | English |
