G3 Ferrari Ice Shovel Jamming / Motor Stall

Ice shovel or ejector arm is stuck and does not move, causing jams.

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.

Possible Causes

Ice block obstructing movement, Worn or stripped gear in shovel motor, Misaligned shovel arm, Foreign object in ice compartment

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the ice maker before clearing jams.

Step-by-step:

Clear obstruction: Remove the ice basket and gently clear any ice chunks or foreign objects blocking the shovel arm.
Check free movement: Manually move the shovel (if possible) to ensure it swings freely.
Inspect gears: Access the shovel motor housing and check for broken or stripped plastic gears.

When to call a technician: If the shovel remains stuck or the motor hums without movement, the ice shovel motor assembly likely needs replacement.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Ice Shovel Motor

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