{"id":1495,"date":"2022-06-29T13:17:50","date_gmt":"2022-06-29T20:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=1495"},"modified":"2026-01-29T12:50:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T20:50:41","slug":"how-to-replace-your-refrigerators-ice-bucket-auger-assembly-with-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-replace-your-refrigerators-ice-bucket-auger-assembly-with-video\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Replace Your Refrigerator\u2019s Ice Bucket &#038; Auger Assembly (With Video!)"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having a working ice bucket is essential for enjoying chilled water in the summertime. As hot days approach, be sure that your ice bucket and auger assembly is in good order.\u00a0 You\u2019ll know that your ice bucket needs to be replaced when you can\u2019t make ice or notice leaks around the assembly. 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Don't sweat it\u2014our easy-to-follow guide is here to help you effortlessly replace your Samsung fridge's ice bucket and auger assembly in just minutes, ensuring your chilled beverages aren't put on hold. 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As hot days approach, be sure that your ice bucket and auger assembly is in good order.\u00a0 You\u2019ll know that your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/refrigerator-ice-bin-bucket-tray.html\">ice bucket needs to be replaced<\/a> when you can\u2019t make ice or notice leaks around the assembly. Overall, these parts tend to wear down every 5-10 years.\u00a0 Luckily, you can easily change out an ice bucket within minutes \u2013 and no need to call a handyman! Our experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\">Appliance Parts Pros.com<\/a> have created this comprehensive guide so you can replace the ice bucket for your Samsung refrigerator as easy as 1-2-3.\r\n\r\n[lwptoc numeration=\"none\"]\r\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_image src='https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/154_how-to-replace-your-refrigerator-s-ice-bucket_top-1500x630.png' attachment='22437' attachment_size='featured_large' copyright='' caption='' styling='' align='center' font_size='' overlay_opacity='0.4' overlay_color='#000000' overlay_text_color='#ffffff' animation='no-animation' hover='' appearance='' link='' target='' title_attr='' alt_attr='' lazy_loading='disabled' id='' custom_class='' av_element_hidden_in_editor='0' av_uid='av-l4ysij22' admin_preview_bg=''][\/av_image]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class='default' icon_select='yes' icon='ue808' position='center' shadow='no-shadow' height='50' custom_border='av-border-thin' custom_width='50px' custom_margin_top='30px' custom_margin_bottom='30px' custom_border_color='' custom_icon_color='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-2gkh3r']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-l4zyruqy' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<h2>How to buy the correct ice bucket parts<\/h2>\r\nIn today\u2019s guide, we\u2019ll be showing the repair for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/samsung-assy-tray-ice-da97-11889b-ap5620757.html\">Samsung Ice Bucket and Auger Assembly DA97-11889B<\/a>. However, you can find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/refrigerator-ice-bin-bucket-tray.html\">ice bucket part<\/a> you need for your specific refrigerator on Appliance Parts Pros.com. Just type in your refrigerator\u2019s part number or model number to get the correct one.\r\n\r\nIf you can\u2019t find the exact part number in your operator\u2019s manual, remember that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\">Appliance Parts Pros.com<\/a> has full diagrams for popular appliances. With only the refrigerator model number, you can:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Type in your model number above into the search bar.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Find your part on the easy-to-read diagram.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Match it to the numbered parts listed below.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Click on the item for photos and a repair video.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Click \u201cAdd to Cart,\u201d purchase the item and receive it within 1-2 business days!<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIf you prefer, you can also browse around in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/refrigerator-parts.html\">refrigerator parts section<\/a> to discover what you\u2019re looking for. Take advantage of the filters on the left-hand side to narrow down your options.\r\n<h2>What you\u2019ll need to install your ice bucket & auger assembly<\/h2>\r\n<b>Time: <\/b>5 minutes or less\r\n\r\n<b>Parts<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/samsung-assy-tray-ice-da97-11889b-ap5620757.html\">Samsung Ice Bucket and Auger Assembly DA97-11889B<\/a> or the correct <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/refrigerator-ice-bin-bucket-tray.html\">ice bucket part<\/a> for your refrigerator<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<b>Tools<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">No special tools required<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>How to install your ice bucket & auger assembly<\/h2>\r\n<h3>Warning: Unplug your refrigerator<\/h3>\r\nPrevent the risk of electrocution by unplugging your refrigerator and\/or turning off the circuit breakers as you replace the ice bucket and auger assembly.\r\n\r\n<i>Want to follow a video guide to this repair? Check out our <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oRueefSaidQ&ab_channel=AppliancePartsPros\"><i>how-to video for installing a Samsung ice bucket and auger assembly<\/i><\/a><i> from our experts at AppliancePartsPros.com.<\/i>\r\n<h3>1. Open up your replacement ice bucket & auger assembly<\/h3>\r\nTo get started, open up your replacement ice bucket and auger assembly. This part is designed to store, crush and dispense ice cubes on demand.\r\n<h3>2. Open up the freezer door<\/h3>\r\nThe ice bucket is located on the inside of the freezer door. Simply open it up.\r\n<h3>3. Remove the old ice bucket<\/h3>\r\nNext, remove the old ice bucket part. Pull on the two locking tabs on either side of the ice bucket. From here, you can slide it out.\r\n<h3>4. Install the new ice bucket & auger assembly<\/h3>\r\nNow pick up your new ice bucket part. You can install it by sliding it in the top, under the two upper tabs. Then, you can push in the bottom of the ice bucket.\r\n<h3>5. Close the freezer door and plug your refrigerator back in!<\/h3>\r\nThat\u2019s it! You can simply close the freezer door and plug your refrigerator back in. Make sure it\u2019s cooling properly before calling it a day.\r\n<h2>Maintain your refrigerator with Appliance Parts Pros.com<\/h2>\r\nGreat job, you\u2019ve now replaced your refrigerator\u2019s ice bucket and auger assembly within minutes!\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget to maintain other areas of your refrigerator as well. As the hot summer months approach, it\u2019s important to keep all your fridge parts in good working condition. In case you need any other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/refrigerator-parts.html\">refrigerator parts<\/a> for maintenance, go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\">Appliance Parts Pros.com<\/a> to find whatever you require.\r\n\r\nNeed help with another refrigerator repair? 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