Kenmore Excessive Vibration or Poor Installation

Kenmore ice maker vibrates excessively or rattles against cabinetry.

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Possible Causes

Unit not leveled, Loose mounting brackets, Compressor vibration transmitted to cabinet, Loose panels

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Unplug the unit before adjusting mounting hardware.

  • Level the ice maker: Use a level on top of the unit. Adjust the front and rear leveling legs until the unit is stable and does not rock.
  • Secure mounting brackets: For built-in Kenmore models, verify that side and top brackets are firmly attached to the cabinet.
  • Check panel screws: Tighten all accessible screws on side, rear, and front panels.
  • Add vibration pads: Place rubber pads under the leveling legs to reduce transmitted vibration if needed.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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