H.Koenig
Ice Shovel Gearbox Wear
High-pitched squealing or grinding noise when the ice shovel moves or during harvest.
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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
Dry or worn plastic gears in shovel gearbox, Misaligned shovel arm, Foreign object in gear teeth, Failing shovel motor bearings
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the unit before accessing the shovel mechanism.
- 1. Remove ice basket: Take out the basket and inspect the shovel area for loose ice chunks or foreign objects.
- 2. Access gearbox: Remove the top cover to expose the shovel motor and gearbox. Check for cracked or missing gear teeth.
- 3. Clean and lubricate: Remove any debris and apply a small amount of food-safe grease to the gears.
- 4. Check alignment: Ensure the shovel arm is properly attached to the gearbox output and not bent.
- 5. Replace assembly: If noise persists and gears are visibly worn, replace the shovel motor/gearbox assembly.
Warning: Do not use petroleum-based lubricants that are not food-safe inside the ice compartment.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Ice Shovel Motor Assembly
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