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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