Liebherr Refrigerators F10 Error: Ice Maker System Fault
What Does Liebherr Refrigerator F10 Mean? The F10 fault code on a Liebherr refrigerator with built-in ice maker indicates a fault in the ice maker system. The ice maker has stopped working, is producing irregular or incomplete ice, or the water feed has been interrupted. F10 is isolated to the ice maker — the refrigerator […]
Quick Assessment
Answer to continue safely
Is it safe to keep using?
Yes. F10 affects only the ice maker. The refrigerator and freezer compartments continue to operate normally. There is no food-safety risk.
Can I reset the code?
Yes. A water supply restoration or a manual ice maker cycle reset clears F10 in most cases. Hardware faults need professional repair.
When to stop immediately?
Stop if you notice: F10 paired with F11 (water leak), Visible water leakage from the ice maker area.
Symptoms You May Notice
Ice maker stops producing ice
The ice bin is empty and stays empty even after the normal ice-making cycle period. The cabinet continues to cool normally; only the ice maker is affected.
Ice cubes are smaller, deformed, or hollow
When the ice maker does run, the cubes come out incomplete — common when the water feed is restricted but not completely interrupted.
F10 alphanumeric on the InfoLight display
The fault label cycles in the display, often alongside the normal temperature reading because the cabinet is unaffected.
No water sound from the ice maker fill cycle
A working ice maker produces a brief water-fill sound several times a day. F10 typically presents as silence at the expected fill time.
Possible Causes
Water supply line shutoff valve closed or kinked
The water supply valve under the sink or behind the refrigerator has been accidentally closed, or the supply line has been kinked or pinched during cleaning.
DIY PossibleIce maker fill valve failure
The solenoid valve inside the appliance that controls water flow into the ice maker has failed and is no longer opening when commanded.
Requires ProfessionalIce maker module mechanical failure
The ice maker assembly itself has failed — typically the rotating ejection mechanism or the water reservoir thermistor.
Requires ProfessionalSafe Checks You Can Do
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Check the water supply valve and line
Locate the water supply shutoff valve (typically under the sink or behind the refrigerator) and verify it is fully open. Inspect the supply line for any kinks, pinches, or visible damage. If the line is frozen or partially blocked, F10 will persist until the supply is restored.
Liebherr ice makers are typically connected to a 1/4 inch copper or PEX supply line — both are easy to inspect visually.
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Empty the ice bin and run a manual cycle
Remove the ice bin, dump any old ice, and reinstall it. Some Liebherr models have a manual ice maker test cycle accessible through the control panel — refer to the owner's manual for the procedure on your specific model.
A frozen-solid ice bin can prevent the auger from rotating and trigger F10 even when the supply is fine.
When to Call a Professional
Contact a qualified technician if:
- Water supply confirmed open and unkinked but ice maker still silent
- Ice maker has not been serviced in 5+ years
- F10 paired with any other F-code
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