How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP7205486 / W11629974 Ice Level Control Board

Replaced the ice level power control board it. 

With the absolutely incredible assistance of appliance parts pro, I troubleshooted the ice maker and found that the emitter control boards were faulty. Ordered new ones; they arrived within two days; they installed in about 15 minutes; and shortly thereafter I heard the delightful rumble of ice cubes falling into the tray! I can’t say enough good things aboutAppliance parts pro. They helped me identify and solve the problem; no way could I have done it without them! 

New emitter board. 

Replaced the power control board kit. 

Replaced the Ice Bin level circuit boards. Parts arrived the next day, much quicker than shipping info indicated. 

Replaced both optics boards and it started working as intended. 

Replaced the recommended ice level control board. Appliance Parts Pros verified my diagnosis and shipped this part out in a timely fashion. Not my first purchase from them and as a home owner, I do not expect it to be my last. Great support, quality parts, fair pricing. 

Replaced the 2 opposing circuit boards that tell the unit it's full. 

I ordered a new ice maker, still no ice. My old ice maker was 12 years old, so I thought all I needed was a new ice maker. WRONG! I decided to research the problem before ordering another part. I watched videos on You Tube and the Internet. My ice maker uses an infrared beam, instead of the standard arm to stop making ice when the container is full. If this part is defective it will not send power to the ice maker, no ice. After reading another review, they mentioned doing the Optic test on the infrared beam, it was easy. Replaced the Ice Level Power Control Board Kit. Problem solved! The part is expensive, cost more than the ice maker. I'm keeping the new ice maker, I'll use the old one for spare parts if I have another problem. I hope it lasts another 12 years. 

Replaced receiver and transmitter cards on door.