U-Line Mechanical Harvest Noise

Loud banging or knocking noise during ice harvest

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Possible Causes

Loose evaporator mounting, Ice slab dropping unevenly into bin, Bin not seated properly, Foreign object in bin or on evaporator

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Disconnect power before reaching into the bin or evaporator area.

  • Step 1 – Empty bin: Remove all ice and inspect for foreign objects or large fused chunks that may be striking the bin walls.
  • Step 2 – Check bin seating: Ensure the bin is fully inserted and level. Misalignment can cause ice to hit the bin edge.
  • Step 3 – Inspect evaporator mounting: Verify the evaporator plate is firmly secured and not flexing excessively during harvest. Tighten mounting screws if accessible.
  • Step 4 – Break up large slabs: If ice is forming as large slabs, perform a cleaning/descaling cycle to restore proper cube separation.

Persistent loud mechanical noises may indicate a structural issue and should be inspected by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Ice Bin
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