Lt for Model Number whirlpool fridge , model ED5PHEXMBOO Ice maker works but now there is a loud whining sound that goes on for 1/2 1 hour then shuts down--will occasionally start up again. This happened a couple of times last summer-so we stopped using the water/ice dispenser on the door.
Answer LT, It sounds like the whining noise may be caused by the heater on the icemaker not heating up and causing the motor to grind. You would want to replace the icemaker for this issue. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Monday, June 17, 2013