Iceman Harvest Mechanism or Ice Release Impact Noise

Ice maker makes a loud knocking or banging sound during harvest

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Possible Causes

Loose evaporator mounting, Ice slab too thick hitting bin, Misaligned ice deflector or chute, Loose internal panels

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before tightening any internal hardware.

  • 1. Observe harvest: Watch a harvest cycle with the front panel removed. Identify where the noise originates (evaporator, bin, chute).
  • 2. Adjust ice thickness: If slabs are excessively thick and hitting the bin hard, reduce the ice thickness setting slightly.
  • 3. Tighten mounts: Check screws securing the evaporator frame, bin, and internal panels. Tighten any loose fasteners.
  • 4. Align deflectors: Ensure the ice deflector or chute is properly positioned so ice falls cleanly into the bin without striking metal edges.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Evaporator Mounting Bracket / Ice Deflector
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