Whirlpool 2198597 Icemaker

Easy to install This icemaker works great and is easy to install — takes about 15 minutes if one moves slowly. Other reviewers have given installation instructions, which are very useful. Also, a Google search on ‘2198597 installation instructions’ finds two excellent YouTube videos by professional installers. This icemaker replaced my seven-year old icemaker (original equipment), which was jamming more and more frequently. Even though the jams could be fixed by crushing the offending ice cube with pliers…

Need to modify to use with model ED5KVEXVQ00 If you have Whirlpool model ED5KVEXVQ00, be aware that this ice maker requires modification to fit. There are two functional differences between this ice maker and the one that originally came in my ED5KVEXVQ00.1. The area where the water enters the ice maker is different. On the original, the water slide enters a hole in the back of the ice maker. This part is designed to have water pour in through the top. You can, however, swap out the two pieces for water entry. It requires…