WP2198607 - Whirlpool Refrigerator Auger

This Whirlpool Refrigerator Auger (WP2198607) is a genuine part designed specifically for Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Thermador refrigerators. Also known as the ice dispenser drive shaft or spring, it plays a critical role in your refrigerator's icemaker. Positioned in the ice storage bin, this auger, a long helical metal shaft, is pivotal as it transports ice cubes to the dispenser or crusher by rotating when activated. Damage to this essential component can lead to failure in ice dispensing or unintended crushing of ice cubes in storage. Symptoms indicating it may be time to replace your refrigerator's auger include difficulty in ice dispensing, erratic ice cube sizes, or the ice crusher malfunctioning. Before purchasing, it is crucial to verify the compatibility of your refrigerator's model number with this part.