DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the LED light on a KitchenAid ice machine (model KUID508ESS2). The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is burned out.
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Step-By-Step Instructions1
KitchenAid Ice Machine - Model KUID508ESS2
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Ice Machine LED Light Assembly Replacement
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A quarter-inch socket or nut driver and a small flat-head screw driver will be needed. A putty knife will be helpful
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Be sure to unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply to the appliance
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Using a quarter-inch socket or nut driver, unthread the screws securing the access cover to the control panel
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You can use a putty knife to help pry the cover free
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Disconnect the ice bin thermistor wire connecter along the cutting grid wire connecter along with the cutting grid wire connecter.
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Unthread the two mounting screws securing the grid to the bracket and liner
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With the screws unthreaded, you can slide out the grid to access the LED light assembly
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Use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the front tabs to release the old light assembly
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Disconnect the wire connecter
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Install the new LED light assembly by first connecting the wire connecter
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Align the assembly tabs with the slots in the control housing and snap the new assembly into place
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Make sure the right side spacer is intact
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Align the grid on the bracket and liner then thread the mounting screws
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Reconnect the cutting grid wire connecter along the thermistor wire connecter
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Reinstall the access cover by aligning the bottom edge first so the ice scoop housing rests on top of the cover
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Secure it with the screws
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Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and your ice machine should be ready for use