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Ice Tray Drive Mechanism Wear or Obstruction
Grinding or scraping noise during ice harvest cycle.
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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
Ice tray motor gears worn, Foreign object in tray mechanism, Misaligned tray, Ice buildup around moving parts
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the ice maker before reaching into the ice-making area.
- Inspect tray area: Open the lid and observe the ice tray or evaporator fingers. Remove any loose ice chunks or foreign objects with a plastic tool.
- Defrost mechanism: Leave the unit unplugged with the lid open for 30–45 minutes to melt ice around the moving parts.
- Restart and observe: Plug in and start a cycle, listening carefully during harvest. If grinding continues, stop the unit to prevent further damage.
- Service required: Worn gears or a damaged tray motor will need replacement, which involves disassembling the top housing.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Ice Tray Motor / Gear Assembly
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