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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Replace Ice Selection Solenoid #2152713
Whirlpool Refrigerator Replace Ice Selection Solenoid #2152713
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$119.93Estimated Savings
$112.5002:52
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the ice selection solenoid on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the ice selection solenoid is when the fridge ice dispenser isn’t switching between crushed and cubed ice.
All of the information for this ice selection solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Amana, Roper, Inglis, Ikea
Tools needed: small slotted screwdriver, multi screwdriver
All of the information for this ice selection solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Amana, Roper, Inglis, Ikea
Tools needed: small slotted screwdriver, multi screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the ice selection solenoid in your freezer first remove the ice bucket.
3
Next, pull off the light cover and unthread the light bulb.
4
Now remove the mounting screws to release the auger motor bracket.
5
Pull the assembly away from the rear panel and disconnect the wire harness.
6
Remove the auger assembly and set it on a sturdy surface.
7
Next, disconnect the solenoid wire harnesses.
8
Remove the screws securing the solenoid and pull the old solenoid assembly out of the bracket.
9
You’re now ready to install the new ice selection solenoid.
10
Insert the pin into the solenoid then insert the assembly into the bracket.
11
Secure it with the screws.
12
Connect the wire harnesses to the new solenoid.
13
Return the auger assembly to the freezer and connect the wire harness.
14
Align the assembly on the mounting posts and replace the screws to secure.
15
Thread the light bulb into place and snap on the light cover.
16
Replace the ice bucket by aligning it on the rails and sliding it into place.
17
If you have trouble positioning the bucket you can rotate the auger to fully seat the drive coupler.
18
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the new solenoid is working properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the ice selection solenoid on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the ice selection solenoid is when the fridge ice dispenser isn’t switching between crushed and cubed ice.
All of the information for this ice selection solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Amana, Roper, Inglis, Ikea
Tools needed: small slotted screwdriver, multi screwdriver
All of the information for this ice selection solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Estate, Crosley, Amana, Roper, Inglis, Ikea
Tools needed: small slotted screwdriver, multi screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the ice selection solenoid in your freezer first remove the ice bucket.
3
Next, pull off the light cover and unthread the light bulb.
4
Now remove the mounting screws to release the auger motor bracket.
5
Pull the assembly away from the rear panel and disconnect the wire harness.
6
Remove the auger assembly and set it on a sturdy surface.
7
Next, disconnect the solenoid wire harnesses.
8
Remove the screws securing the solenoid and pull the old solenoid assembly out of the bracket.
9
You’re now ready to install the new ice selection solenoid.
10
Insert the pin into the solenoid then insert the assembly into the bracket.
11
Secure it with the screws.
12
Connect the wire harnesses to the new solenoid.
13
Return the auger assembly to the freezer and connect the wire harness.
14
Align the assembly on the mounting posts and replace the screws to secure.
15
Thread the light bulb into place and snap on the light cover.
16
Replace the ice bucket by aligning it on the rails and sliding it into place.
17
If you have trouble positioning the bucket you can rotate the auger to fully seat the drive coupler.
18
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the new solenoid is working properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Crushed/Cubed Ice Solenoid
$119.93
Total$0.00
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