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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKitchenAid Ice Machine Compressor Start Relay Replacement WP2217224 
KitchenAid Ice Machine Compressor Start Relay Replacement WP2217224
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Total Parts Cost
$68.04Estimated Savings
$112.5002:16
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the compressor start relay on a KitchenAid ice machine (model KUID508ESS2). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the ice machine will not work at all.
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Step By Step Instructions
1
KitchenAid Ice Machine - Model KUID508ESS2
2
Ice Machine Compressor Start Relay Replacement
3
Tools needed: Either a quarter-inch socket or a nut driver, flat-head screwdriver
4
Shock
5
Unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply to the appliance
6
Heavy
7
Have an assistant help you to move the appliance away from the wall or cabinet
8
Using a quarter-inch socket or nut driver, unthread all of the screws to release the lower rear access panel
9
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help detach the overload and start relay cover
10
Disconnect the wire from the start relay then detach the old component from the compressor
11
Install the new start relay by aligning it on the lower compressor motor pins
12
Connect the wire to the terminal
13
Reposition the cover and snap it into place
14
Reinstall the all access panel
15
Move the appliance back into place
16
Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and your ice machine should be ready for use
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the compressor start relay on a KitchenAid ice machine (model KUID508ESS2). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the ice machine will not work at all.
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
KitchenAid Ice Machine - Model KUID508ESS2
2
Ice Machine Compressor Start Relay Replacement
3
Tools needed: Either a quarter-inch socket or a nut driver, flat-head screwdriver
4
Shock
5
Unplug the power cord or shut off the power supply to the appliance
6
Heavy
7
Have an assistant help you to move the appliance away from the wall or cabinet
8
Using a quarter-inch socket or nut driver, unthread all of the screws to release the lower rear access panel
9
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help detach the overload and start relay cover
10
Disconnect the wire from the start relay then detach the old component from the compressor
11
Install the new start relay by aligning it on the lower compressor motor pins
12
Connect the wire to the terminal
13
Reposition the cover and snap it into place
14
Reinstall the all access panel
15
Move the appliance back into place
16
Plug the power cord back in or restore the power supply and your ice machine should be ready for use
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