Viking Built-In Freezer Display dSp IcE: Ice Maker Needs Reset

What dSp IcE means

On Viking 5 Series and Professional 7 Series built-in refrigerators with a freezer ice maker, such as the VCSB5424 and FDSB5484, the display shows dSp IcE when the ice maker system needs a reset. Press the ALARM key to reset it. The same message appears on the refrigerator listing, and it lives on this page. It is a status message, not a sign of a leak.

Common causes of dSp IcE

Ice maker system needs a reset
Power interruption
Ice maker jammed or interrupted

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Press ALARM to reset the ice maker. 2. Check that the ice bin is seated and ice is not jammed. 3. Close the freezer door fully. 4. Wait a few hours for new ice. 5. If dSp IcE returns, call us.

! Why to stop there

The ice maker is inside the freezer
A jam or a water issue needs a technician
Repeated resets suggest a part is failing

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.

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dSp IcEdSp IcE questions

How do I reset it?

Press the ALARM key. If the display clears and ice resumes, no repair is needed. Use the ALARM key on the control panel, not the power switch.

Why would it need a reset?

A power interruption or an interruption in the ice cycle can trigger it. Ice and water supply should be checked too. We can check both on a visit.

When should I call?

If dSp IcE keeps coming back, call us. The price is written first and the repair carries a 30-day workmanship warranty. Interrupted ice cycles and a jammed ice maker arm are the usual causes, and we can check the water supply too.