The circulation pump assembly, used in a free-standing ice maker, delivers water from the water tank over the top of the evaporator plate. It does this to form the ice that drops onto the cutting grid. The first step in installing this part is to remove the chute, ice scoop bracket, water pan, and head cap screw that holds the plastic cover over the pump. Refer to the manufacturer-approved installation instructions for further guidance and accuracy. Make sure to disconnect and unplug the ice maker from the power source before installing the circulation pump. Remember to wear gloves to protect your hands.
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Cynthia S - December 20, 2018
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Seems to be working as expected
The part came with a slight crack in it, but we installed it and seems to be working properly. Also came pretty fast.
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RICHARD C - September 26, 2018
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exact fit
exact fit. Making ice within an hour. so far, so good. Great service and follow up!
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GARY P - April 16, 2018
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easy repair, but that back screw...
I've ordered an assortment of parts from partselect and all were first quality and worked. This pump was OEM and the customer online suggestions for installation were extremely useful. they were not kidding about having to stand on your head and be double jointed to get the back pump mount screw in place. Historically i have noted that their processing and delivery estimates are generally close, but always a bit slower than represented. Prices are fair for an online source. If you are at all handy and have a few simple tools, and take your time - PS is a great partner in cutting costs on your appliance repair expenses.
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No water at evaporator plate; therefore, no ice
Water was not being drawn from the reservoir to the evaporator plate, so I concluded that the recirculation pump had failed. I first unplugged the machine from electrical power. To improve access to the pump, I removed the cutter grid using a nut driver and squeezing the electric connections to separate them. I also removed the reservoir,
... Read more first removing the drain pipe by pulling it downward and the using pliers to loosen the thumbscrews until I could turn them by hand. I then thoroughly cleaned both the cutter grid and the reservoir to improve performance once the repair was done. The pump is covered by a solid plastic screen attached by just one nut, which is removed easily with the nut driver. The pump itself is attached with three screws which are easily removed with the nut driver and by an electrical connection which loosens by squeezing. Indeed, Upon examination, i found that the pump shaft was stuck solid and did not turn freely, explaining why it did not work. Replacing the pump, reattaching the three screws and reattaching the electric connection was pretty easy except for the right rear screw behind the pump which was hard to reach to guide the screw without a trick up my sleeve. The trick was to wrap scotch tape around the screw and the nut driver so that I could guide the screw one-handed. Once the screw threaded through a few turns, I jerked back the nut driver, pulling the tape off the screw. I then removed the tape from the nut driver and continued to tighten that screw and the rest, and then reattached the electrical connection. I then reattached the screen, the reservoir and the cutter grid, then plugged my machine back into the electric circuit and was pleased to watch it hum back to life, good as new and performing better than it was before the pump had failed.
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Rand from CORAL GABLES, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers
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Circulation pump failed. Replaced same.
Unplugged ice maker from power source. Removed water reservoir using wing nut driver. Removed pump cover using nut driver. Removed water hose from pump discharge. Removed wiring harness from pump. Removed small water fill hose from pump bracket. Removed 3 screws holding pump assembly using nut driver. Replaced pump in reverse order. Plugg
... Read moreed in ice maker and watched it begin to fill with ice within the hour. A very straightforward repair. Saved myself about $500 compared to the estimate that Sears gave me.
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John from Covington, LA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Lack of frequent cleaning resulted in pump failure due to buildup from hard water mineral deposists
This ice maker is really a Kitchenaid appliance.
1. Remove all ice and drain water pan by removing drain cap. 2. Disconnect waterline and unplug ice maker 3. Set icemaker on a work bench unless you like working on your knees, head down. 4. Remove flip out chute and ice scoop bracket. 5. Remove water pan
... Read moreby removing thumb screws 6. Remove single 1/4" head cap screw that holds plastic cover over pump. 7. Remove discharge hose from pump. Pull clear plastic 1/8" diameter water supply line from notch in left edge of pump base. 8. Remove three cap screws holding pump. Two are visible. The third one is behind the pump and requires an 8" extension on the socket. 9. After the three screws are removed the pump drops down. The electric connection must be unplugged. Pinch the tabs on either side to release the plug. 10. Reverse procedure to install new pump. Unless you have really small hands or love being frustrated, don't bother to reinstall the third screw that is behind the pump. The pump stays in place just fine without that screw. 11. After reinstalling the icemaker, clean thoroughly by washing all inside surfaces with a strong bleach solution. 12. Run a cleaning cycle with one quart of strong bleach solution in the water tray. At the conclusion of the cleaning cycle, drain the water tray. Place unit into service. DON'T FORGET TO CLEAN REGULARLY. If the water supply is not chlorinated molds and algae will develop in recirculation hose.
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Louis from Cheyenne, WY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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open drain hole
In pre-replacement of the circulation pump, i had read a story about how to make sure you cover the drain hole to prevent hardware from falling down it. Well I followed the instructions in doing so by covering the hole with a paper towel. After removing the pump i noticed some build up behind it. So like any other person i cleaned it u
... Read morep, and i just happened to use the paper towel covering the hole. Im sure you know what im going to tell you next. When replacing the pump i dropped a screw and yes down the drain it went. After a few laughs between my boss and I, I had to share this. When you block the drain with something leave it THERE until the job is done.
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James from Redding, CA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
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The water was not circulating over the cold plate
I removed the cutter cover in the front of the ice maker (3 screws), than removed the circulating pump cover (1 screw). Remove the drain tube from the cover before removing the cover from the icemanker. The drain tube is removed by pulling straight down and twisting. Remove the circulating pump, utilizing the 4 inch extension (3 screws).
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Note: install a plug in the drain hole in the bottom of the ice maker (paper towel etc). I dropped a screw on the installation and it fell in the drain hole. It did not impede the drain flow. It has now found a new home.
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Benjamin from Chesapeake, VA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set
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Tim
February 7, 2018
Do i need the recirculation pump or a circulation pump for my unit? Currently i have water filling the reservoir, but the water is not getting pumped up to the evaporator plate in order to make ice. I just noticed that there were two parts on your website that came up for my model and wasn't sure which i needed.
For model number KUIA15NRHS6
Hello Tim, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you’re looking for is PartSelect Number: PS11739740. Hope this helps!
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Alfred C Carpenter
June 13, 2019
My motor no. Is zpb2217221 is that the same as2217220
For model number G11500XHW2
Hello Alfred, thank you for writing. ZPB2217221 is not recognized as a part number, but this Circulation Pump with Motor is the correct replacement part for your model. We hope this helps.
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