What Is the Module Voltage for a Kenmore Ice Maker?

Kenmore Ice Maker Module Voltage

• The voltage specifications of the Kenmore refrigerator ice maker module are 1.5 watts and 8800 ohms. This is for a 120-volt model with a stamped circuit and plug-in connectors. The ice maker moves through one revolution per ice-making cycle, which includes water fill and the ejection of ice cubes when operating correctly.

Accessing the Ice Maker Module

• To test the voltage on the ice maker module, the module must first be accessed. To do so, disconnect the power to the refrigerator and pull the water-adjustment knob on the ice maker to pull off the ice maker cover. Place a Phillips screwdriver in the two access ports and remove the screws. Disconnect the shut-off ice maker arm. Pull out the entire module, motor and support assembly to test the unit properly.

Testing Module Voltage

• Use a voltage meter to check the ice maker module voltage by connecting the L-N test points on the module. The line voltage should have power with no power on 0 volts. Connect the T-H test points to the thermostat, which should have open line voltage with closed volts on 0 volts. Test the heater with the L-H test points with the line voltage on and 0 volts off. Test the L-M test points on the motor and the N-V test points on the water valve with the line voltage on and the 0 volts off. If any of the readings are incorrect, the part or the entire module may need to be repaired or replaced.

Testing Module With Ohmmeter

• If the ice maker module has no power and the ejector blades are stuck in place, test the module with an ohmmeter. Connect the L-H test points on the mold heater, which stays connected to the module support, and test the ohm reading, which should be 72 ohms. The module may need to be replaced if the reading is below 72 ohms.

Warnings

• Note that you must never disassemble the Kenmore ice maker to access and test the module unless you are fully confident you can do so safely and correctly, including using and reading a voltmeter and an ohmmeter. If you are not sure that you can do the task well, do not attempt. Call Kenmore or another professional service technician for assistance instead.