Andrew May 11, 2015 for Model Number GCSHEXNBOO I would like to know how to force start a cycle with this icemaker. On the large wheel in front it says not to manually turn it.
1 Answer Hello Andrew. Here is a link to our Repair Forum, this is a free service to our customers. Use this link to access the repair for your question. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/refrigerator-freezer-repair/181857-amana-icemaker.html Read More...
Dave May 10, 2015 for Model Number Whirlpool Gold model GD5RHA Do I need to pull the ice maker out to confirm the model number, or will this part work for mine?
1 Answer Hello Dave, This icemaker 2198597 works in all of the units beginning with the number you listed. Read More...
Sergio April 19, 2015 for Model Number GD5RHAXNT00 Oon the bottom of the freezer section there is a square depresion about 1/4" deep that fills with a solid block of ice that I have to remove every day. If not, water runs out the bottom of the freezer door. I have replaced the ice maker and the problem is still there.
1 Answer Hello Sergio, You will need to remove the rear wall of the freezer and thaw out the drain at the bottom of the unit with a hair dryer. You should also make sure the defrost drain hose W11512417 is attached so room temperature air does not enter the unit from the bottom. Read More...
1 Answer Dick, You will want to check to make sure that there is no ice that would be caught holding the icemaker arm up. If it is not then the most likely cause for not making ice would either be no water getting to the icemaker or the icemaker is faulty. Read More...
Patty March 30, 2015 for Model Number 2198597 ice maker I have to replace this ice maker because the plastic wheel completely broke off. Is this common for this model of ice maker as I do not want to have to continue replacing this ice maker
1 Answer Patty, The icemaker module has been redesigned on the new icemaker and has been made with a lower torque motor which should alleviate the pins on the gear breaking off and the gear falling off. Read More...
David March 06, 2015 for Model Number Kenmore106.53606202 My ice maker seems to be overflowing water a bit and making ice cicles on the edges. It there an adjustment?
1 Answer Hello David. If the icemaker is overfilling, you will need to replace the water valve on the unit. Read More...
Aaron February 16, 2015 for Model Number GC5SHEXNS05 I just replaced the ice maker using your online video. It went in perfectly and the video was very helpful. I might be a bit impatient but it has been 30 minutes and the refrigerator has yet to fill the ice maker with water. Does this simply take a while?
1 Answer Hello Aaron, The cycling thermostat will have to be satisfied, (below 20°F), before the icemaker will cycle. Everytime the door is opened to check on the icemakers' production, it will delay the icemakers' cooldown. Be patient and check on it in 24 hours before deciding the icemaker is not working. Read More...
Amber January 18, 2015 for Model Number 106.536323000 My icemaker on my Kenmore refrigerator quit working. No ice in the trays and it seems like no water coming out of the fill tube. Water still comes out of the water dispenser without any problem. Any suggestions on what the issue is?
1 Answer Amber, You will want to pull the icemaker out of the unit and check the fill tube to see if it is frozen. If the fill tube is frozen then clear the fill tube of ice and replace the water valve W10408179. The reason for replacing the water valve in this situation is due to the valve seeping and allowing water to trickle in and freeze in the fill tube. If the fill tube is not frozen the remove the cover on the icemaker and remove the icemaker motor module. Check the back of the module in the lower right side when looking at if from the back and check for burn marks. If there is a burn mark on the contacts then replace the icemaker part number 2198597. Read More...
Carol December 13, 2014 I replaced the ice maker in my side-by-side. I followed your video and removing and replacing the ice maker went without a hitch. It made ice for about 36 hours. Now, the water dripping into the ice maker is overflowing that little tank on the side of the ice maker and flowing all over the contents of the freezer. The teeth on the ice maker seem are up, indicating that they would form ice cubes. Why is the water freezing before it gets to the ice maker? Is this something a 63 year old woman can repair on her own? Or do I need to call a repair person? Thanks
1 Answer Hello Carol, If you can move the refrigerator out to access the rear of the unit and you can get down in the floor, you should have no problem changing the valve. There may be an issue with the icemaker that has it "out of time" and correcting this requires the replacement of the icemaker. You should also check the water pressure to the unit and the water valve may need to be replaced. Read More...
Joe November 04, 2014 for Model Number Whirlpool GD5RVAXVBOO Hello, I have a Whirlpool Frig, model GD5RVAXVBOO. The icemaker needs to be replaced. It appears the right OEM part # is 2198597. Can you tell me if this is correct? Also do you know the difference between the 2198597A vs 2198597A versions? Thank You..
1 Answer Hello Joe. Yes, 2198597 is the correct icemaker for the model number provided. They do not list the difference between the 2 versions. Thanks. Read More...