Dona Martin October 20, 2012 for Model Number ap2984633 I need the bail arm to this ice maker I need the bail arm in the ice maker ap2984633 but I don't know the part number. I would like to order as soon as possible.
1 Answer Hi Dona, I show two different possibilities. If you could provide your model number I could determine which one, either W11807379 or WP627792. Hope this helps! Read More...
Ken October 16, 2012 for Model Number Kitchenaid KSRS25QDWH03 Our ice maker in this unit just leaked a whole bunch of water on the floor while we were out. Not sure if there was a ice cube stuck to cause this to happen. Had to shut water off, It appears the water tube freezes up some times that shoots the water in the ice maker, but when that is not frozen it still makes ice pretty good. Also, not sure if it stops completely making ice when the arm is raised. Could this be a water valve that is causing it to freeze and have this water overflow onto the floor? Is the ice maker bad or is this just a matter of unfreezing the supply tube and it was a case of it being stuck that caused the water to spill on the floor? The water dispenser works fine. Can't afford the damage of water on the floor again.. Frig was built 10/96.
1 Answer Hello Ken. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the water valve WP2188542 is bad and needs to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Joann October 15, 2012 for Model Number PBF1951KEW Our ice maker has decided to make the ice, but won't push it out. do we have to replace the whole unit or just one part?
1 Answer Joann, you will need to replace the icemaker assembly. Your part number is D7824706Q. Thanks! Read More...
Gary October 15, 2012 for Model Number MSD2757AEW Ice maker stopped making ice Replaced the icemaker water valve and the ice maker is still not working. Should I replace icemaker or is there something else to try
1 Answer Gary, First check the wiring at the valve(s) make sure you don't have any crossed wires The valve coils have to be wired in series or they wont operate. You may want to test the ice maker voltage to the fill valve( using a short length of insulated 14 guage wire, with both ends stripped, and a multi meter or test light attached the the icemaker fill valve wires, insert the end of the wire into the "T" and "H" openings in the front of the ice maker, hold the wires there until the main gear starts to rotate, then remove the wire. When the rake arm reaches the 12 o'clock to 1 o'clock position, the control module should send 120 VAC to the fill valve and the light or meter should indicate the voltage is present. If no voltage is present, then replace the icemaker. Read More...
Joan October 12, 2012 for Model Number SXD22S2L-P1303503WL How do you replace and install the new ice maker for my model?
1 Answer Hello Joan, replacing your existing ice maker with a new one is simple. Your old ice maker is hanging on 2 mounting screws and has one wire connection. Remove your ice bucket to expose the ice maker assembly. Loosened the mounting screws on the ice maker and you should be able to slide it up and off the screws. Next, unplug the wire connection. Install your new ice maker in reverse order. Note: Be sure to align the fill cup at the rear of the ice maker with the fill tube coming out of the back wall. Hope this helps! Read More...
Aldo September 29, 2012 for Model Number PSD265LGES How do I decrease the amount of water going into the ice maker tray, it appears that the water in the tray overflows over the top causing icecles on the side of the ice maker unit. Is there an adjustment I can make?
1 Answer Hello Aldo. Usually this is a sign of a bad icemaker or a bad water valve. If the icemaker shuts off the power to the valve and the water continues, replace the water valve. If it powers the valve too long, replace the icemaker. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
James September 26, 2012 for Model Number ap2984633 My ice maker makes ice just fine, but water fills the freezer and leaks into the fridge and over the floor. The gears sound like they are stripping and smelled like burnt plastic. I usually have to remove ice chips from the fingers so they can continue through the whole process. the fridge is about 12 yrs old. thank you for any help.
1 Answer Hello James. You need to check and see if the icemaker is sending power to the water valve and overflowing. If so, replace the icemaker. If the power stops and the water continues to comes in and overflows, replace the water valve on the unit. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Kevin September 18, 2012 for Model Number 106.54599400 My wire harness that plugs into the side wall of the freezer does not have quick disconnect exposed like the one in the video. How do I remove the wire harness from the side wall to replace it?
1 Answer Hello Kevin. If there is no disconnect on the wiring harness, then you will need to remove the wire connector from the icemaker 4317943 on the unit. Read More...
Aldo September 18, 2012 for Model Number PSD265LGES I was told by another technician that due to the fact that the ice maker fill tube is freezing up is because the water valve needs to be changed, but before changing, the tech asked me to be sure that the freezer temp is close to zero, and yes it is slightly below zero; so which valve should I change and what is the part number and what is the reason why the valve is causing this issue? Thanks, Aldo.
1 Answer Hello Aldo, First off, for maximum ice production, the freezer compartment should never drop below zero. This will cause a long harvest resulting in less ice production. Next, the water pressure should be checked because many water valves that get changed out do not correct the issue. You see, the water valve is closed by the water pressure. If the water pressure is low, it takes the water valve too long to close and the ice maker will over fill. If the water pressure is sufficient and no water supply lines are crimped, the water valve is probably corrupted by sedimentation and mineral deposits, which also will cause it to close too slowly, causing an over fill. There are two water valves on many models. The first is referred to as the filter valve WP12544002. The second valve is usually referred to as the secondary valve 12002193. Most of the time, the secondary valve is the valve at fault, but the filter valve can sometimes be the cause. This is a leap of faith. If you are going to change them one at a time, I would always change the secondary valve first. You can troubleshoot the valves if the model has enough water line from the valve to reach into a bucket. This is the only way to truly test a water valve because the voltage getting to it and the correct resistance in the valve windings do not tell you if the valve is mechanically opening and closing all of the way as they should. Read More...
Aldo September 18, 2012 for Model Number PSD265LGES My ice maker is freezing the water in the soft plastic downspout entering the ice tray causing the water to overflow and at times causing the plastic tubing (water supply for the ice maker) to become disconnected from the plastic fitting as the water can no longer enter the tray as the result of the frozen condition and water flows on the floor behind the fridge. At times I noticed that one or two ice cubes do not get ejected completely and get stuck between the ejection mechanism, but I don't know this could be part of my problem. Once I defrost the downspout with an air dryer the ice maker runs ok for a month or two and then the same thing happens. Need help....
1 Answer Hello Aldo. Make sure the unit is around 0° in the freezer and if so, replace the water valve on the unit. Read More...