AGLUCKY Ice Shovel / Sweep Arm Jam

Ice shovel or sweep arm jams, making clicking or grinding noises; ice does not move into the basket properly.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Oversized or clumped ice, Misaligned shovel mechanism, Broken gear in drive motor, Foreign object in ice path

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before clearing jams.

Clear obstruction:

  • Remove the ice basket and manually clear any large clumps of ice or foreign objects around the ice shovel or sweep arm.

Inspect mechanism:

  • Gently move the shovel by hand; it should move smoothly without binding.
  • If it is stiff or jumps, inspect the drive linkage and gears (accessed from the side or top) for broken teeth or misalignment.

Prevent recurrence:

  • Empty the basket regularly to prevent large clumps from forming.

Replace the shovel drive motor or gear assembly if mechanical damage is found.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Ice Shovel Drive Motor / Gear Assembly
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