Bauknecht Ice Tray Gear or Motor Damage

Loud grinding or clicking noise during ice harvest cycle.

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.

Possible Causes

Stripped plastic gears in tray drive, Foreign object jammed in tray mechanism, Worn ice tray motor

Safety: Unplug the appliance.

Steps:

Access tray mechanism: Remove the front cover of the ice-making section to expose the tray and drive gears.
Remove obstructions: Look for broken ice pieces, packaging, or other debris in the gear area. Remove carefully.
Inspect gears: Check for missing teeth or cracked gear hubs. Replace damaged gears or the complete tray motor assembly.

After repair, manually rotate the tray (if possible) to ensure smooth movement before restoring power.

Medium 3/5

Ice Tray Motor Assembly

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