Customer Questions and Answers for Shaft by Whirlpool

The Shaft is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool refrigerators. As a part of the ice bin assembly, it works to eject cubes from the bin.

Causes of shaft malfunction include wear and fatigue stress from years pushing ice through the chute. Mineral deposits inhibiting smooth rotation also lead to failures over time.

Symptoms of an inefficient auger shaft comprise:

• Failing or sporadic ice release from the icemaker compartment
• Abnormal noises like grinding coming from shaft area
• Reduced ice output volumes versus when new

This is a genuine Whirlpool OEM replacement this part is also compatible with Maytag, Jenn-Air and some Kenmore models.