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Mechanical Noise from Fan or Harvest Mechanism
Ice maker is running but makes a loud grinding or rattling noise.
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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
Loose or damaged fan blades, Foreign object in fan or pump, Worn harvest motor gears, Vibrating panels or loose screws
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off and unplug the ice maker before investigating noises.
- Identify noise source: Remove panels one at a time and briefly power on to localize the noise (keep hands clear of moving parts).
- Inspect fans: Check both condenser and evaporator fans for broken blades or objects caught in the shroud. Tighten mounting screws.
- Check harvest assembly: Look for worn or stripped gears and loose linkages. Replace the harvest motor assembly if gears are damaged.
- Tighten cabinet screws: Tighten any loose screws on panels and internal brackets to reduce vibration.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Harvest Motor Assembly
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