Fixing an Igloo Portable Ice Maker.

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Blazfros

6 жыл бұрын

Model: Ice102st
Micro Switch: 5A 250vac 10T85
Link to Ebay store selling switches: www.ebay.com/itm/5Pcs-KW4-3Z-...

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@AudiophileTommy 5 жыл бұрын

Now that’s the way to do an instructional video ! Straight and to the point !

@DormantIdeasNIQ 6 жыл бұрын

beautiful... so many of these videos are lengthy, with the author holding out as if some grand genius... and you blazed thru it... thank you

@samgonzalez297 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for posting this!! I'm handy enough to fix a switch, but not handy enough to figure out what the cause was! Mine had the exact same problem. I ordered a soldering iron kit and replacement switches and now my ice maker is working perfectly again - for a lot less than the price of a new machine!

@davidkluber2227 3 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic video! I was just about to toss my machine but seeing how I have the same problem symptoms anyway, I will verify the switches and fix this machine. I love my ice machine! Thank you so much for doing this!

@1halox 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say "Thanks." My Think Gizmo Portable Ice Maker seemingly had died. I opened it up, checked it all out, and couldn't find the problem. After watching your video, I checked the switches and discovered the little metal bar on one of them had broken off. Spent a few bucks at Amazon to get new switches and it's all back up and running. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge!

@ernestpaul2484 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting up this video and providing the know-how to fix this problem (micro switch replacement). You have saved me from buying another icemaker at $99.00. I had to get 10 of the switches from Amazon to use 1, but hell it was a lot cheaper fix than a new icemaker. I am a neanderthal when it comes to computer stuff, but I can still look up stuff that I need help with. I am just glad there are good people like yourself that take the time out of their lives to put this kind of information out there. These fixes really help on a fixed income (no pun intended, just reality). PS: Just for shits and giggles, I waited until the ice tub was full before I did this reply. Just to be sure you know. Thanks again.

@sydneysalinas7622 10 ай бұрын

How do I know what switch to get?

@dane1234abc1 Жыл бұрын

Lime colored wire tie; I am impressed. Good quality video, good audio level. Great background music. Good job.

@jwsnyderaal 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for posting your video! This is exactly what my office's Igloo countertop ice maker has been doing. I have applied the hack of holding the "Select" button down for 10 seconds to bypass the state of that switch, but we now have to be careful to make sure that it does not overflow. I am pretty good with a soldering iron, so I may give your repair method a try. Will Snyder

@Blazfros 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Let us know if this fixes your problem.

@kindeyaniguse3020 2 жыл бұрын

Where can I buy the switch for the igloo ice maker

@karenbrown2680 Жыл бұрын

@@Blazfros what is try he actual name of this replacement part and where can I purchase one in the uk

@omerimrek 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏 my pump had a hair after I cleaned up it works definitely appreciated your time and knowledge it is was helpful

@redmadmax 3 жыл бұрын

Had the exact same problem! was able to fix it thanks to your video! Thank you very much!

@monicaconley3498 4 жыл бұрын

I have two of these machines and they always have a problem. I’ve had a cracked water tray, bad switches, bad IR LEDs and a water pump not working. I even had to disassemble the tray motor and remove rust. If you don’t have issues with one you are a lucky person. Thank you for posting and helping others.

@Nailahk 4 жыл бұрын

How do I find the part for the Water Tray which I think is called the Ice Forming Tray? I have no idea where to look for the part or the proper name?

@monicaconley3498 4 жыл бұрын

@@Nailahk sometimes they will show up on eBay and though I have not looked for one myself, many machines like this use similar parts and may be a compatible replacement. The tray holds the water for forming ice so might be referred to as the water tray as well as ice forming tray. One of mine is cracked, but I can plastic weld it.

@Nailahk 4 жыл бұрын

@@monicaconley3498 Thank you, I will probably just purchase a new one. I have no idea where to get the water tray.

@foellerd 2 жыл бұрын

Do bad infrared lights cause overflowing ice? Or does that force ice full light to stay on and make no ice?

@monicaconley3498 2 жыл бұрын

@@foellerd it causes the machine to think it's full of ice. I recently removed the LED sensors and soldered the wires together, it stops the ice full but can cause an overflow.

@noblehillministerprophet8689 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Smart man! Some of us have higher machanical aptitudes than others.some times i feel i can fix most simple problems, cool! You da man!!!

@mikegunn2233 4 жыл бұрын

Watched this video, he was spot on. I ordered the switch for .99 ( had to wait for a few days from Amazon). Switch out and started working and making ice. Thank you.

@Blazfros 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I'm glad it helped.

@bobrush2186 4 жыл бұрын

I can’t find this switch on Amazon..do you have accurate part number or link to the part you ordered?

@mikegunn2233 4 жыл бұрын

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@kimberlycastaneda3262 8 ай бұрын

What is the switch called please

@jayer-su3hu 6 жыл бұрын

My dad had one of these exact machines and it did the same thing. Had I known or realized how easy the fix was I wouldn't have let him throw it away

@GeorgeWMays 5 жыл бұрын

I had this same problem. Thanks for the video. Very helpful.

@donovanw.2943 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very clear instructions! I'm going to do this on my ice maker that's having the same issue.

@garymckinley3338 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same size Igloo I bought from Wal-Mart about 10 yrs ago. It started doing the same after about a year and a half later. The very same switch you replaced on yours was bad. The activation arm Broke Off on mine however. I replaced it just as you did and am still using it today.

@dmyers9230 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, just saved me an extra $150!!!

@SparkyMcBiff 5 жыл бұрын

My issue ("add water" light always on even when full of water) turned out to be gunk that had plugged up the rubber water feed line that goes from the pump to the outlet where the tray gets filled up. One I took that apart and cleaned out the black goop it was as good as new. (I'm on well water and since there is no chlorine gunk can build up after a while).

@ernestpaul2484 2 жыл бұрын

So a follow up on the micro switch replacement. It functioned as it should for about another year and then the icemaker quit. Both switches were still functioning properly as best I could tell, but it stopped making ice. A thorough cleaning and still nothing. So we purchased another one. This lasted a year and the same position switch failed. I don't remember where I put the remaining 9 switches I got off of Amazon from 2 years ago, so the snipe hunt has commenced. Argggh! (EDIT) FOUND THE BAG of SWITCHES! Swapped out the switch and things seem to be functioning properly again. Thanks again for the "fix it yourself" information and video. I am diabetic and a cold mug of water is great all year long.

@Ivan-qq6dj 11 ай бұрын

Very well done thank you for sharing and your expertise. God bless you and your family

@roderickarnold1412 4 жыл бұрын

I had the exact same problem, same switch, but slightly different model ice maker. Thank you!!! 99 cent fix.

@JoAnnSD 4 жыл бұрын

Also I saw a tool like a long needle what was that? Did you solder parts as well when reconnecting. (Sorry if questions seem foolish)

@roderickarnold1412 4 жыл бұрын

@@JoAnnSD I did not. I just cut the wires and removed the switch, put the new switch in, stripped the insulation off the wires and wrapped them around the contact points without any solder. Solder would make it more secure though.

@cdaudert Жыл бұрын

@@JoAnnSD the long needle thing was solder in a tube

@noblehillministerprophet8689 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! My nieghbor dumped his and i did the same thing,but mine was just moldy.Works great

@tylerhogg2241 4 жыл бұрын

I literally found one just like this in a dumpster last night, not a scratch on it. Only thing is it's missing the ice basket. No biggie. But when I plugged it in etc... it's doing this exact same thing except sometimes it will cycle normally and produce ice as it's supposed to but then it will mess up and do this same thing in video above. Going to take apart later and try this. Hopefully it's the same issue

@ppot6306 3 жыл бұрын

Good job. Fixed my problem.

@daveshuck2722 3 жыл бұрын

My machine was doing the same thing. I checked the switches and they both were working. That is when I noticed that the rotating lever only went up halfway. I pushed the lever all the way up and let it wind back down. Them I power cycled it and it has been working ever since.

@geogaletti 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You just saved me over $150

@SaSke659 5 жыл бұрын

i got the same problem but swiches are good, what can be the next step to check the board ?

@elizabethfoster9013 3 жыл бұрын

What should I check into if the maker is overproducing ice? The model that I am looking at has a probe just level with the top of the ice bucket. It is located on the back wall of the bucket compartment, before the area that the maker and shovel are located. I believe that it is probably a sensor that is malfunctioning, or dirty. I can’t find any vids pertaining to that specific problem. Do you have any suggestions?

@4Freedomrider 5 жыл бұрын

I have the same ice maker but it's labeled Magic Chef. We made the mistake of not draining the water after use but still used it every day. After We cleaned it the rotating reservoir only fills 1/4 of the way. Is it possible to knock the filling stream of water out of alignment while cleaning? I'm looking for the exploded parts drawing if you have a source. At $89 it's has paid for it's self already so i'm not sure it's worth the trouble.

@skytalon74 2 жыл бұрын

Bingo! Looks like my issue and going to swap the bottom switch as it’s stuck closed.

@MarioMorquechos 4 жыл бұрын

Mine just stopped making ice, not weird lights or sounds. it goes through the process normally, fan works and it feels cool when opening lid. I see water on the tray but after a few minutes, tray just drops as if it had ice and starts over.. idk where to start! Thank you

@Nailahk 4 жыл бұрын

I have the IGLOO ICE206-TG portable ice maker and my ice-forming tray will not stay in place. How do I locate the part to replace the ice-forming tray? Thank you for the tutorial on the switch replacement. I ordered the switch and it works perfectly until the ice forming tray stopped working.

@binhminh417 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful tutorial! Thank you. I tested the two micro switches on my ice maker with a multimeter, and they work fine. The water pump works fine, but water doesn't go into the ice forming tray, into the water reservoir instead. No leaking. The problem with my ice maker is that there is no water in tray; hence, there is no ice. Having opened the lid, I realized the ice forming tray doesn't catch water from the intake valve. How do I fix it! Appreciate all your helps.

@osprey4391 6 жыл бұрын

probably needs a good cleaning, follow the water hose to the pump pull off the end and see if you can blow through it

@Littlervrentals 5 жыл бұрын

Great Job!

@mikehart1513 4 жыл бұрын

I have one i had to replace that switch on and worked for the last year now i had to take it apart clean the fins they were plugged up a bit stopped letting air through it got it cleaned out now it's only making little ice caps the tray is not filling all the way maybe the pump is weak not sure yet.

@springburo 4 жыл бұрын

super, i had the same problem, the real issue is water in the switch. Desoldering it, I heard the water evaporating. I soldered all the terminals and the switch worked again.

@stacieshannon9555 5 жыл бұрын

My machine quit working. This is the second video I've watched. Exact same problem, Hmmm. I think I'll open mine up and check it out.

@freewill7549 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Botha 😁

@jammyjammz1 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Mine is just making really small ice on both settings. Any insight would be much appreciated.

@leelemon3373 Жыл бұрын

75 cent bad part. but it took you to know how to find it and fix it. good video. Thanks

@the1spyderryder 5 жыл бұрын

That is the exact same issue that I found with mine. That ice maker is sold under a great number of names, mine is "magic chef" but is exactly like yours. The led that I got was the add water LED, solid on. Oh I bought mine at Lowes, for 68 dollars one day they brought a pallet load out and put them on sale. Where did you get the replacment switch? I ordered 6 from Amazon for 6.89 . But I havent received them yet. I verified that it would operate by unsoldering the lower wire, and operating it manually for 5 ice making cycles to verify full operation. Great catch!

@Battlewear 3 жыл бұрын

I have a similar unit,, but I have a different issue. The paddle/scoop that lifts the ice out has somehow (Im at a complete loss how) got passed the 2 tabs and now it doesnt move right (when its supposed to lift out the cubes it falls down because there is nothing on the 2 tabs on the left/right to hold it (its not broken it slipped past the retainers).. Any ideas on how to get it back in place? I have been fighting with it and dont want to break it..

@chrishall9880 5 жыл бұрын

I have one of these same model type mine is a tramontina .. & it’s been acting up the shovel bucket thing won’t come Down & go back to fill with water when u turn it on .. it’ll come down some & go back you can hear it trying to cycle but doesn’t..

@cheryls2022 3 жыл бұрын

I can only seem to find the three prong switch online. Would that work?

@johncarcamo6772 5 жыл бұрын

is there a sequence of operation that needs to be followed in trouble shooting

@semperfifd2l143 5 жыл бұрын

Epic background music for a ice maker repair. :)

@schollmeyercreative 4 жыл бұрын

Alternatively, once the error light comes on, hold the select button down for longer then 10 seconds and it should start making ice. Red light will stay on but it works. Just won't know when to stop so make sure you empty it before it freezes over.

@goatman6930 4 жыл бұрын

Do the wires connect to both green boxes or just the bottom one?

@14Vern 4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you for your time and expertise. I am going to give this a try, but since the replacement switch has 3 pins and not 2, how do you attache the wires? Which pins do I use?

@Blazfros 4 жыл бұрын

Starting where the lever attaches, the pins are labeled 1,3,2 or C,NO,NC. The 2 or NC pin is not needed. The switches come apart and you can remove that pin, or you can cut that pin off. If you cut it off, make sure you cut it off as close to the switch housing as possible. That pin is "live" or Normally closed, when nothing is pushing the lever. When I made this video, I didn't know the switch could be taken apart, so I just cut the pin off. Before you put the new switch in, be sure to put a some solder on the pins. Or 'Tin' the pins. A dab will do ya. If the wires don't have any solder on them, Tin those too. It helps for when you solder the wires on. Nothing is more irritating than poking wires into a gob of solder and the solder doesn't stick to the wires; Then your part starts to melt, your wires start to melt, and your fingers start to melt.

@almandroo8258 5 жыл бұрын

Wow nice solve

@beanerschnitzel794 5 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! Do I need a sauder gun to melt back the wires? I think I can do this! Mine broke, thank you

@MikeSantarcangelo Жыл бұрын

That's exactly what mine is doing. What do I need to know about the switch so that I order the right one?

@alanharter9394 6 жыл бұрын

Where can you get a hold of the switches I'm having the same problem the ice pushing mechanism does its thing in the beginning but no cooling of the ice tray no water suction flow occurring

@Blazfros 6 жыл бұрын

I put a link to an Ebay store, in the description.

@she_sings_delightful_things 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo, kind sir ♡

@kimberlyschiele1117 Жыл бұрын

Hey where do you get the switch from? And that tester you used?

@DaveChamberlain-DTSinIdaho 4 жыл бұрын

did you hold the select key for 15 seconds first to reset the switch?

@brandycarpenter9649 6 жыл бұрын

The switches in the ice maker have 2 prongs, the switches you link to have 3 prongs, which prong on the new switches is not used and should it be cut off or covered some way? Also are both switches in the ice maker the same, as I would like to replace both at the same time.

@Blazfros 6 жыл бұрын

The prongs are numbered, 1,3,2, (or C, NO, NC) in that order. Use 1(C) and 3(NO). 1(C) is located at the end of the switch where the lever connects to the switch. 3(NO) is in the middle of the switch. I recommend taking the switches apart and removing the 2(NC) prong. It's pretty simple to do, with the aid of a sewing needle. NC stands for, Normally Closed. When nothing is pressing the lever, that prong is live. I believe the switches are the same.

@lashesw0rld04 2 жыл бұрын

Good job

@noblehillministerprophet8689 4 жыл бұрын

Saving your video!!

@amandachristine-jj7pl Жыл бұрын

Where can I buy this part at this is exactly what is wrong with mine?

@bitch22714 5 жыл бұрын

I have an ice maker its been doin that to. So is that wat i need to do. But wat u did i dont know how to any of that. Im not good with wires and stuff.

@sherrya.1060 3 жыл бұрын

How do you clean the radiator?

@myeshnerloremaster6019 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you buy the switch and what is it called

@kathyobedoza3475 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you purchase the switch ? Thank you Kathy

@cristinaconn8932 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you order the switch at? Mine is doing the same thing

@saraseymour9622 Жыл бұрын

Where do you get the sensor?

@ThanosGod1969 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for video. I tested the same two micro switches on my ice maker. One gives a very small reading in the closed position. I have an analog reader so it doesn't beep but it seems that if I get any current at all in the closed position it is stuck on. Would that be correct?

@Blazfros 6 жыл бұрын

Yep. If the switch was good, there should be no reading when nothing is pressing the switch.

@ThanosGod1969 6 жыл бұрын

Blazfros Awesome. Thanks again for the video. You may have saved my ice maker!

@rvenneman 6 жыл бұрын

Where do I get a micro switch like that?

@kevinratzlaff4584 5 жыл бұрын

I have the igloo brand and it doesn't pump enough water up. I noticed water coming up from 1 side. It makes ice just real small.

@the1spyderryder 5 жыл бұрын

Remove the back cover and you will see the little tube that comes from the pump to the ice reservoir, it could be leaking, or partially clogged up, you can pull the tube out at the top from the little rubber port and blow back through it, you could probably flush it with warm water. Also look at the tube for possable mold build up in the tube that could limit the amount of water. If your water system chlorinates your water that probably wont be the issue.

@brigittecarballo5609 2 жыл бұрын

Help please. My ice maker problem is the water is not getting cool enough and for that reason the water don't turn to ice. Everything is going working well but not the water turning to ice. Thanks for any help

@rickeycochran5345 Жыл бұрын

Where do you get those relays?

@kimberlycastaneda3262 8 ай бұрын

Where did you find the switch please

@Kriswixx Жыл бұрын

nice fix man. props. ever had the tray make a clicking sound?

@Dede-zl8dy 4 жыл бұрын

So, mine is not pulling water and add water light is on. How do I fix this? Help.

@chrisguthrie0823 Жыл бұрын

And where do I go get a switch like this

@JoAnnSD 4 жыл бұрын

Where does one buy the switch?

@ServantofYaHi777 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you get the switch .

@joeweihs116 5 жыл бұрын

Great job thanks, I have that problem, Where did you get the switch ?

@arleenhenton3529 4 жыл бұрын

Ebay

@goldmen4939 3 жыл бұрын

How do you know the name of the part you replace?

@chastityjones1895 9 ай бұрын

Where do you buy the switch

@user-rc4uh6bn5l 5 ай бұрын

Hi my switch isn't working either where can I get a new one??

@jacomomberg2228 9 ай бұрын

Great video. Just wondering where did you buy the switch?

@scottgregor1872 3 жыл бұрын

After cleaning mine, now only three fingers get cold. How do I fix that?

@evacampa6112 Жыл бұрын

Where did u buy that switch

@elisamaciel8005 5 жыл бұрын

There did u find the switch?

@Bhodi_Yaboi 2 жыл бұрын

were so u find the switch

@jimlyon7311 2 жыл бұрын

Where can we get these parts

@2Short863 5 жыл бұрын

What tool did u use to test

@Calchick7 Жыл бұрын

dumb question but where do you buy the switch?

@josegonzalez1175 5 жыл бұрын

Where do I find parts or get the switch’s from I look everywhere online for some reason I can’t find it

@the1spyderryder 5 жыл бұрын

Go on Amazon and do a search for " micro switches" there is a pack of 6 for just over 6 bucks, I just ordered the 6 pack...

@georgeevans7911 2 жыл бұрын

My icemaker is totally dead. No lights coming on. Fuse is OK ???

@44North116W 3 жыл бұрын

What switch part number was that for the ice maker? What do I order?

@sydneysalinas7622 10 ай бұрын

My question

@andredevilliers0 5 жыл бұрын

I received three 14kg per hour ice maker machines from someone who was going to throw them away. They all had the ice full and no water indicators flashing. I also found one microswitch in each machine with no continuity or reading like a 100 ohm when pushed. I sprayed Electrolube contact cleaner in each one. Now they all read 0 ohm when pushed. After fixing the switch, all the machines work and produce ice. Looks like a very common problem. I wonder why?

@the1spyderryder 5 жыл бұрын

Why? Cheap parts. The switches may or mat not continue to operate, that's why most people replace them because they are cheap. These switches only have about 2.5 volts on them and any resistance could cause a malfunction. I know you are trying to get out as cheaply as possable, but I wouldnt want to be spraying contact cleaner where it could contaminate the area where the ice is made, and spraying where these switches are located is sure to get in the ice compartment.

@Protoman54 5 жыл бұрын

What if the motor is out on this thing are there any replacement parts for this I have an igloo ice maker

@Blazfros 5 жыл бұрын

Replacement parts are out there, but they can be very difficult to find. This was pretty much all I could find. mcappliance.com/drive-motor-mcim22ts-tw-14.html

@mikecrabtree8200 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job! A good thing to remember is that anytime something like that is laid on its side some of the oil may migrate out of the compressor. Standing it upright for an hour or so before you restart it will help it drain back into the compressor’s crank case. Did you give it back to your friend and charge him 75 cents?

@beckymashburn2236 4 жыл бұрын

Were do I find the Switch

@andrewscott2464 5 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed the video and will attempt to fix mine. I am having a hard time locating the switch though. I followed your link to Ebay but there were no switches available. Do you know of another place I may find one? Thank you