Refrigerator Repair- Replacing the Ice Maker Assembly (Whirlpool Part # 2198597)

[@Oakydokes]

Thanks for this video, it definitely led me through all the right steps and hopefully cured our issue. There was a lot of ice built up around our ice maker that made it a challenge. Within that ice was some mold which freaked me out a bit, but what's done is done. Total replacement time was about 1/2 hour. Repair guy wanted near $300. $200 of that just labor. Ordered the new maker from Amazon. Whirlpool 2198597. Thanks again, extremely helpful.

[@LisasWorld100]

Thank you. Changed it like a pro. You saved me lots of money.

[@cmcelhattan4401]

Saved me from a big repair bill. My ice maker was all frozen up,I think from a rouge ice cube getting stuck under the prying fingers. they ended up buried deep in the cubes. I was able to remove , thaw, and replace with ease thanks to this video. working fine in just a couple hours. Thank you again

[@stevenmarsden2257]

Running a hair dryer into the unit for a minute or two sounds alot easier

[@rock-on6nt]

Great video Steve. The only thing I would add is when reinstalling the ice maker one might need to bend the black filler tube up so that it will clear the ice filler cup and allow one to slide in the unit.

[@beckydark4622]

Thanks so much for these step by step easy to follow instructions! I saved a repair call and was able to replace the icemaker myself after 6 months of no ice.

[@DeannaSharing]

I love KZbin and you! I could have never done this without you.

[@sroberts901]

This was very helpful. I was able to replace the ice maker myself, saving a bunch of money! Thank you for such a great instructional video!

[@aprilpeterson1657]

Hi Steve, thank you so much for this “How to Do” ice maker installation video. You made it very easy for us to accomplish the replacement of the ice maker with your step by step instructions. Spot On! We give you 5 stars, two thumbs up, and highly recommend you to others.

[@Planospiritual]

Steve, you are a lifesaver! Couldn't have done it without you. thanks Martha in Texas

[@aliciahinojosa2099]

I order the motor modular with help from lady in parts dept. Than saw your video. Didn't think it would be so easy! Your explanation video is great. Thank you sooo much.

[@familygertiser875]

Appreciate the video. I just completed the installation with no surprises. You saved me at least 150 dollars on the service call.

[@mitch58100]

Thank you! I took my old one out long ago as it quit working. Now we are selling our house and the appliances are staying. I bought a new one and really needed to refresh my mind as to how it was installed. Thank you for this video, it was a breeze! Warning to others, make sure you unscrew and keep the ice-maker bracket in a safe place if you're not ordering an ice-maker right away as the new one doesn't come with it (I had to order one).

[@partselect]

I hope the house sell goes smoothly and you're welcome for the help!

[@homazarrinnahad6438]

Very helpful video. Followed it and the new replacement ice maker was installed without any issue. Thank you

[@vprout1195]

Great video! I bought the parts cheap online and it only took 1/2 hour to do the job! Super happy with how easy it was and the fact it works!

[@allen7563]

Thanks, very helpful. Easy to follow. I was investigating why water squirted out the back of the refrigerator. (It turned out to be an 1/3" long ice block in the black rubber hose plastic tube [inside the freezer at the top, pointing straight down] that feeds the icemaker--the water had nowhere to go and backed up until it squirted out around where the goes in at the top/back of the refrigerator. Probably due to stuff I had stacked up behind the icemaker, ruining air circulation. Or, perhaps because the ice was full and unused for about a month so no new water had flown into the tube in a while. When I grasped the black rubber hose my hand warmth thawed it and I could squeeze out the small ice blockage. If it was some more serious problem, the entire hose would have probably been frozen.) The base on mine icemaker also needed cleaning. So, again--thanks!

[@kathysantilli6468]

Perfect directions! I was able to replace the icemaker thanks to the easy to follow video!

[@partselect]

Glad we could help, Kathy!

[@archae86]

I did the 5-cube narrow model using this video. THANK YOU! Some of my problems--in case it helps others. 1. The door mount slightly interfered with pulling the unit out. But a little wiggle got past it. 2. On reinsertion--must align the unit fully right. I had it about a quarter-inch to the left, which could start, but quickly hit a stop. I forced it past that stop, and hit another. 3. Removing and reinstalling the wiring harness cover is rather awkward. Persevere.

[@argjr55]

Thank You. This is what the internet can do. You made it so easy.

[@srmauk]

Thank you! I replaced my ice maker (exact same one) in a snap by following your video.

[@partselect]

You're welcome, srmauk! We are happy we were able to help you out with your DIY repair!

[@donnavaneerden3141]

Thanks so much! We were able to do the ice maker repair ourselves and save money. Thank you.

[@partselect]

Hi Jim! Thanks for your question. After some searching, yes - the ice maker assembly with part #2198597 will be compatible with your KitchenAid refrigerator, model #KSRA25ILSS01. I apologize that this isn't clear on our website! Please let me know if you require any further assistance. Take care.

[@partselect]

Hi Irene, Thanks for your question! Sorry to hear about this problem with your refrigerator. Sorry for my confusion, but do you mean that the ice in the ice maker will thaw three times in ~12 hours? Any details would be great! Thanks!

[@jaybeaux]

Great video. Is there anywhere I can find out how to replace the water feed for this ice maker? My ice maker is spraying water over the inside of the freezer, everything is encased in ice now! Thanks for any guidance.

[@pspaulson]

Were you able to replace the line inside the top of the freezer cabinet? I think it freezes up due to a leaking water valve and eventually plugs the line. It can split the line if not fixed quick enough. I hate to do it, but I'll probably have to empty the freezer, turn it off and thaw the line...

[@mohammadrezadavari4200]

Thanks.This video was very helpful,I easily fixed the ice maker and saved money and time. 🙏🏻🙏🏻💐

[@swtpeteswtpete1515]

Yes but unplug fridge first yes, plus also, how to remove the ice bin catcher when the latch or pedal or tab fails to release the bucket when depressing it?!

[@tomboysen4714]

Steve, Simply put, YOU ARE THE MAN!!!!! What a great video! Followed your steps exactly for a trouble-free replacement. Any opinion on the off-brand replacement icemakers for Whirlpools? I haven't exactly been overwhelmed the quality of the original Whirlpool part (second time I've replaced icemaker).

[@densonnetworks1583]

This really helped me fix my ice maker!

[@janzrtart322]

Your video was very easy to follow - thank you. We have a Kenmore side by side model 51252101 with icemaker model W10190961. It was making no ice. We removed and disassembled the icemaker. We found solid ice on the heater fins and ice crystals in the chamber with the rotating control disk. After thawing and drying it out, we put the icemaker back in and got ice in 2 hours. After that, no more ice in the next 14 hours. Other than waiting, is there anything else we should check or do?

[@otisgleaso]

Thanks Steve - great video - This made the repair easy!!1

[@chriscummins2529]

Great video. Replaced mine in 15 minutes. Yes. It is making ice.

[@partselect]

That's great news! Glad the repair was a success!

[@artmage2]

Great video... I have a Whirlpool Gold GS6NBEXRO01 side by side looks like the fridge on video except where you get the water and ice look different. Inside looks the same. My question is... How do you know if it's the ice maker or the sensors that are not working? Water gets to the ice maker. This unit use to make ice cubes fairly fast... maybe from almost empty to full within 6 hours. Now, it seems to dump a tray 3 times in about 12 hours... * I bumped up the freezer to a colder setting...

[@lionessmovement1364]

U just saved me $200! Thanks!

[@freddiehutt5386]

Great video my ice maker was leaking so I took it out dried it out everything seemed fine but now no water coming out of the tube.I had no problem with that before. mad sure the tube was in the proper spot .Any ideas

[@azfluffy6332]

thx - very clear and helpful!

[@samuelthompson3182]

I've got a question for you Steve. My new ice maker takes about 1:45 min. to 2 hours to make a batch of ice. This seems like a long time to me. Is this normal? I usually have to replace the ice maker about every 2-3 years. Also, I had to use the old wiring harness because ours mounts from the front of the freezer to the back-not from the left side to the right like in this video. The wiring harness that came with the new ice maker is about 2-3 inches too short but is exactly like the one in this video. Is there a special wiring harness that I need to buy? Our Whirlpool side by side is about 13 years old. I clean the condenser coil about every 3-4 months.

[@jimenapina769]

I need help I recently moved to a new apartment where the fridge has a ice and water dispenser and I don’t know how to put water in it or how to put ice I have the same fridge shown in the video I need help

[@charlesschuster7963]

heh heh, you forgot to put the shelf back in place. Otherwise, well done, I'm about to do the job myself on Christmas Day.

[@lynnefreeman2221]

We had one of the wires on the harness break right where it goes into the wall. Can that be replaced?

[@BJRebecca]

Awesome, thank you!

[@TejasToolMan]

thanks for the video you made life easy again =)

[@TonyNapoli]

Thanks Gonna go tackle that tonight

[@mail2cmuthu]

you are awesome sir, thank you!

[@bradcardini9412]

What is the part number for the water valve in this video

[@usa4x4trucks]

Can I assume that this is the exact same part the fits the KitchenAid KSRG25FKSS04? When I look up the P/N 2198597 (or D7824702) they don't have the end white cover and some say wiring harness not included. -- Thanks

[@bartsmith6508]

After installing and putting everything back together I still am unable to get anything to work any suggestions

[@jimdefina8449]

Refrigerator is a Kitchenaid model # KSRA25ILSS01 side by side refrigerator. I've tried calling Whirlpool for the ice maker replacement assembly part # but they say that one wasn't made for that model. Have to order parts separately. The assembly looks identical to the one in your video, as well as the fridge. Will the ice maker assembly part # 2198597 "fit" in my model fridge? Thank you.

[@mikewbama]

I have a Holland model #bs24x9dk,,,it worked until i moved fridge from 1 house to another.I tried the jumper wire from T H and no movement.I took another icemaker the same same from another and put in.It made 1 cycle and now quit.Any ideas or should i go ahead and order a new 1 and try that..

[@wphughes1]

Thank You

[@tablesawer]

Replacing the ice maker onto the tracks was extremely difficult as you can't rotate the unit in side the compartment- it is too wide. What a job it is to connect the harness while it is on the tacks as the harness is too short and then try to insert onto the tracks ! The video does not show how difficult it is to do and skips over this hassle.

[@partselect]

The model used in the video was wide enough to allow us to rotate the icemaker into position after the harness was connected, but it was a tight maneuver.

[@automaton626]

Thank you!

[@partselect]

You're welcome!

[@aplance]

what about the wiring harness from the refrigerator(ice maker connector)? Ever had to replace that? If so have any ideas? Thanks.

[@partselect]

+Andrew Lance The wiring harness is not a common part to fail. You can check for continuity with an multi-meter if you suspect a problem.

[@btraylor1]

My problem is with the ice bin / crusher in the door. It is stuck and I can't figure out how to get it off! The button on the right side is stuck in the depressed position. I've managed to loosen the thing somehow, but now it just rocks around, but I can't get it off to replace the part.

[@beckydark4622]

Bonnie Traylor I'm assuming you were able to get the ice bin off the door by now. But in case it's still stuck.... when mine got stuck I had to clean out the ice that was impacted down on the bottom of the dispenser. Be careful not to cut your hands on the blades.

[@SColdman1]

I wish I had found this video before I did the job! I managed to figure it our anyway, but I also managed to damage the black spout that the water fills from! Now when it fills it also sprays water through a split in the spout. I don't know what it's called so I can't even find the part. Can you tell me what it's called?

[@partselect]

What model number are we talking about?

[@SColdman1]

The fridge model number is GD5RHAXNO00 TYPE 25SSA Whirlpool. Icemaker 2198597. Thanks for responding!

[@einsteinagogo3516]

I have an ART721 full 3xart721f01 the icemaker has been removed. what is the part number. I've never seen what it looks like even. ( i inherited the freezer ) I know I could fix it if I could find the parts.

[@partselect]

If you go to our website and enter in the model number you provided - then you'll see the list of parts for your ice maker. The ice maker for your model is an optional piece and the parts will have to be individually ordered. The other option you can do is contact the manufacturer and see what information/parts they have available.

[@bigchrisdom24]

Do you have the item number for the auger and ice bin on the door

[@partselect]

I can see what information I can turn up but will need the model number so I can provide the correct part for your fridge.

[@donnabrownlee210]

my icemaker is leaking water on the floor. how do I shut off off the water line. It is not in the refrigerator. it is a free standing unit. help

[@partselect]

+donna brownlee I am looking into this and will get back to you shortly.

[@tylermcafee1204]

my ice dispenser is not letting the ice come out how do i fix it

[@partselect]

+Tyler Mcafee What model number do you have?

[@sixsentsoldiers]

At least they make it easy to replace. Ice makers are complete junk now days. Maybe good just to plan on replacing them every 3 years. Buy in bulk.

[@artmage2]

Great video! I have a Whirlpool Gold GS6NBEXRO01 side by side looks like the fridge on video except where you get the water and ice look different. Inside looks the same. My question is... How do you know if it's the ice maker or the sensors that are not working? Water gets to the ice maker. This unit use to make ice cubes fairly fast... maybe from almost empty to full within 6 hours. Now, it seems to dump a tray 3 times in about 12 hours... * I bumped up the freezer to a colder setting...

[@Lakeman-fb6vl]

I know it’s 10 years, but did you ever get an answer for your question how to possibly test the unit?