I have model RF28R7351. Ice bucket will not come out and I can't get it removed to empty after an ice jam. I have had the ice maker off for months, so it is not a defrosting issue. Bucket seems stuck just slightly ajar from fully in place. Any suggestions for getting it removed?
Even with the ice maker off it can still remain cold enough not to defrost or for the ice not to melt.
Wait till your food in it is low, then put the remaining food on ice or in another freezer, then unplug the refrigerator and open the doors so that the ice will melt.
It's a pain, but ice makers are notorious for having problems. Doesn't matter the maker.
Hold the release button down and tap the bucket/drawer inward with a fist or hit the side of it. I can't remember what kind of fridge i have but they all gotta be pretty similar and that's what i learned to do
There is no release button, you are supposed to just lift up on the bucket and pull out. I have tried hitting the side and front of the bucket with no success. The stupid thing just seems jammed, it is not fully seated in nor will it pull out. I've used as much force as I dare without breaking it.
I have had the same problem you have to unplug it till you can remove it then I found if I pulled it out and clean every 3 days I don't have problems with it freezing in
Hi there, I can definitely understand the frustration with having your ice bucket stuck like that. To help with this, I'm providing the link below to our troubleshooting guide for ice maker issue. It has step by step instructions on what to do if the ice bucket is stuck.
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