The Motor Coupling is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This coupling connects the ice dispenser motor to the ice dispensing mechanism, allowing the motor to drive the ice auger and dispense ice effectively.
Causes of a bad motor coupling can include wear and tear from regular use, overloading the ice dispenser, or mechanical failure of the dispenser motor.
Symptoms of a bad motor coupling include:
- The ice dispenser not functioning or dispensing ice intermittently
- Unusual noises such as grinding, clicking, or rattling during operation
- The ice auger not turning or dispensing ice properly
- Visible cracks, breaks, or wear on the coupling
This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.
This part fixes the following symptoms
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Ice maker won't dispense ice
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Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Ice dispenser did not work Magic P. • Riverdale , GA • January 22, 2015
I first thought it was the auger in the ice container so I changed it and it was not the problem. I then talked to ApplianceParts customer service that it might be the yoke on the motor that turned the auger or even the motor itself even though it worked. I ordered the parts, the yoke was supposed to be able to be changed by itself but mind would not come off the motor shaft so I had to cut it off just to remove it from the unit so I had to change the motor anyway because of this. So I advise...
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