Introduction
Get to that gross area in that back of your countertop ice maker for cleaning.
Tools
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Remember that ice makers contain toxic refrigerant. Hand and eye protection are recommended
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A medium phillips-head screwdriver is also required
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unplug your countertop ice maker
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place over the sink and pull out the rubber stopper from the bottom
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wait for all fluid to drain
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Once drained, place ice maker on its side. Remove the highlighted screws that hold the back plastic cover in place.
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Then remove the black plastic cover.
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remove two screws holding the tray motor in place. Then pull the tray motor straight out. It may require a bit of force if rust is sticking it onto the tray
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remove the water intake hose by pulling it straight down
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uncover the electronics by unclipping the specified points
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unplug the wire connecting to the right side panel
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remove the screws holding the side panels in-place
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unscrew the refrigerant pipes from the side panel
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carefully remove both side panels
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