Booking today · Houston service windows 9–12 · 1–4 · 4–7 Independent GE specialists · Licensed & insured Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
(713) 547-5545 Arrange a Repair
Error code · Refrigerator

GE Refrigerator Icemaker Green Light Flashing: Harvest not completed

On GE refrigerators with a built-in icemaker that has an On/Off switch with a green LED, a flashing green light means the icemaker has stopped: it did not complete the harvest within 30 minutes, after the…

Medium · inspection needed
Arrange a Repair(713) 547-5545
Code
Icemaker green light flashing
Appliance
Refrigerator
Brand
GE
Warranty
30-day workmanship

What Icemaker green light flashing means

On GE refrigerators with a built-in icemaker that has an On/Off switch with a green LED, a flashing green light means the icemaker has stopped: it did not complete the harvest within 30 minutes, after the 7-minute Harvest Fix mode. A rake jammed by ice, a heater not operating or a motor not operating can each cause it. No new ice is delivered.

Common causes of Icemaker green light flashing

  • Rake jammed by ice
  • Heater not operating
  • Motor not operating
  • Icemaker needing replacement
✓ One safe check you can try

1. Clear any jammed cube. 2. Turn the icemaker Off and back On. 3. For the test: Off for 15 seconds, On, then press the paddle 3 times within 15 seconds. 4. Within 3 minutes it should harvest and refill, with the light solid. 5. If it keeps flashing, call us.

! Why to stop there
  • If the light keeps flashing after a cleared jam and a restart, the icemaker usually needs replacement.
  • We confirm the motor, the heater and the rake before replacing it.
  • A written price comes first.
Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.
→Same appliance

Other Refrigerator codes

Filter Status LED redGE Refrigerator Filter Status LED Red: Replace the filter Replace Water Filter / Dispenser OffGE Refrigerator Dispenser Off With Red Triangle: RPWFE filter Leak DetectedGE Profile Refrigerator Leak Detected: LCD touch screen message Water pressure is too lowGE Profile Hot Water Refrigerator: Water pressure is too low Hot water dispenser messageGE Profile Hot Water Dispenser Not Working Properly Message Not FoundGE Refrigerator AUTOFILL Not Found: Container not recognized Hi AL / Lo ALGE Refrigerator Hi AL and Lo AL: High-altitude hot water setting Replace Water FilterGE Profile PVD28 Replace Water Filter: Change soon
Icemaker green light flashingIcemaker green light flashing questions
Why is the icemaker light flashing green?

The harvest did not complete within 30 minutes, after the 7-minute Harvest Fix mode. A jammed rake, heater or motor can cause it. It means the icemaker gave up after a long attempt.

What can I try?

Clear any jammed cube and turn the icemaker Off and back On. The light should go solid once it harvests and refills. Try the jam and restart steps first.

Does it need replacing?

If it keeps flashing, usually yes. We confirm the cause before recommending it. Replacement is common when it keeps flashing, but we check the motor, heater and rake first.

Book a visit

Still seeing Icemaker green light flashing?

A technician diagnoses it on site and gives you the price in writing before any work starts.

(713) 547-5545