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Customer Questions and Answers for Emitter Cover (Ice Level Optics) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18018525
Manufacturer Part Number: WP2198587

This emitter cover is the molded housing that shields and positions the infrared emitter for the refrigerator's ice level optics. Replacing a cracked or missing cover helps protect the board and keep the beam path clear for reliable ice making. What it does:

  • Shields the emitter board and lens from moisture, frost, and debris
  • Aligns the infrared beam path across the ice bin to the receiver
  • Helps secure and position the ice level optics assembly
  • Common symptoms: broken/missing cover, intermittent or no ice production due to optics misalignment or obstruction
What's included:
  • 1 emitter cover
Install notes:
  • Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
  • Remove the ice bin to access the optics components
  • Release the old cover's retaining tabs or fastener and lift it off; avoid touching board components
  • Position and secure the new cover, then restore power and test ice maker operation

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For Whirlpool Emitter Cover (Ice Level Optics) (Part Number: OEM18018525)

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Gib, If you push the flapper on the left wall and the light continues to blink then the emitter and receiver board will need to be replaced.

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Scott, If you have to turn the water off on the unit to get the water to stop flowing then this will be a faulty water valve and will need to replace the valve.

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Hello James. You will need to order and replace the emmiter boards on the unit. They are bad.

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Hello Jeff. Based on your testing, it sounds like the boards are bad and you will need to replace the kit W11629974 on the unit.

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Robert Penate for Model Number KSRB25FKSS04

I spoke to one the Techs. in the online chat and explained my problem I was having with my ice maker. The recommendation was to replace the ice striper and emitter cover. I order both from you (order#4856084). Received the parts but the emitter cover did not come with the door which was the damage part of this piece. I don't need a new cover by itself I need the door to the cover. I was under the impression that this was a complete part. Can you please assist me in getting the right part. Thanks, Robert

Connie W for Model Number 106.56549400

The LED for the Emitter is no longer working (not purple and lit) and the red light on the otherside is flashing. I see that the part 2198587 is for the PVC portion. It is the LED board that no longer is working and I cannot find this part. Please help me with how I go about getting this part as I have all ready replaced the entire Ice Maker at this point and apparently it has been the Ice level sensor that has been out the entire time. By the way Sears did come out and did not notice this. Frustrating!

Bruce for Model Number kitchenaid refrigerator model KSRA25CNSS00

I need to replace the door that flips open when the freezer door is opened. I want to replace the entire unit. The part that is written on it is 2198587. Does that cover the small door that is attached to the main unit that when I open the freezer fdoor it opens a bit. I think this is for the ICE Maker, but I am not sure. Also what happens without the little door that is missing/broken? In addition, if I order the entire unit with the door, how fast can you ship?

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Bruce, the emitter cover is part number WP2198587 and it covers the flipper WP2198633. The flipper will need to be replaced if broken or missing. This is to cover the LEDs that connect the emmiter and receiver to call for water/ice. Thanks!

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