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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Ice Bucket Replacement #2196089
Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Bucket Replacement #2196089
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$94.94Estimated Savings
$112.5002:39
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the ice bucket on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing the ice bucket is if it is broken.
All of the information in this ice bucket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Maytag
Tools used: needle-nose pliers, combo wrench
All of the information in this ice bucket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Maytag
Tools used: needle-nose pliers, combo wrench
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the ice bucket first remove the ice bucket assembly from the freezer compartment and set it on a sturdy surface.
3
Release the actuator arm spring.
4
Remove the screw securing the actuator arm retainer.
5
Pull off the retainer and move the arm out of the way.
6
Now remove the screws securing the bucket to the auger housing.
7
Pull the old bucket off.
8
Install the new ice bucket by aligning it on the auger and housing.
9
Replace the screws to secure.
10
Align the actuator arm with the new bucket and reposition the retainer.
11
Replace the screw to secure.
12
With the retainer secured, rotate the spring counter-clockwise and insert it into the notch.
13
Return the ice bucket assembly to the freezer and slide it into position.
14
If you have trouble positioning the assembly you can rotate the auger to fully seat the drive coupler.
15
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the ice bucket assembly is working properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the ice bucket on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing the ice bucket is if it is broken.
All of the information in this ice bucket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Maytag
Tools used: needle-nose pliers, combo wrench
All of the information in this ice bucket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Maytag
Tools used: needle-nose pliers, combo wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the ice bucket first remove the ice bucket assembly from the freezer compartment and set it on a sturdy surface.
3
Release the actuator arm spring.
4
Remove the screw securing the actuator arm retainer.
5
Pull off the retainer and move the arm out of the way.
6
Now remove the screws securing the bucket to the auger housing.
7
Pull the old bucket off.
8
Install the new ice bucket by aligning it on the auger and housing.
9
Replace the screws to secure.
10
Align the actuator arm with the new bucket and reposition the retainer.
11
Replace the screw to secure.
12
With the retainer secured, rotate the spring counter-clockwise and insert it into the notch.
13
Return the ice bucket assembly to the freezer and slide it into position.
14
If you have trouble positioning the assembly you can rotate the auger to fully seat the drive coupler.
15
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the ice bucket assembly is working properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Ice Bucket
$94.94
Total$0.00
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