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SAMSUNG DA97-15217B Refrigerator Ice Maker Assembly (OEM)
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- Genuine Samsung OEM part, drop in replacement for the most common French door ice maker failure.
- Fits a wide range of Samsung models, check your fridge model number against the Samsung compatibility list before ordering.
- Common fix when the ice maker stops cycling, makes hollow cubes, or freezes solid.
- Installs in 15 to 20 minutes with a Phillips screwdriver, no special tools.
- Genuine OEM means it works with the existing wiring harness without adapters.
Prices are accurate as of the date of publication and are subject to change.
What the DA97-15217B does
The DA97-15217B is the redesigned replacement assembly for the most common Samsung French door ice maker failure. The original ice makers freeze up internally over time, the redesigned version has improved heater positioning and drainage to prevent the same failure.
Symptoms when this part fails
- Samsung French door fridge ice maker stopped making ice
- Ice maker frozen over with a solid block of ice
- Ice maker chunks ice into one fused mass instead of individual cubes
- Ice maker more than 3 years old
Compatibility
Fits the Samsung French Door family. Specifically:
- Samsung French door fridges built 2014 to present (RF series)
- Most RF23 and RF28 4 door French door models
- Family Hub models RF22, RF27, RF29
- Cross check your fridge model number against the Samsung compatibility list before ordering
Also replaces: DA97-15217D, DA97-15217A, AP6024683
Tools you'll need
- Phillips screwdriver
- Hair dryer (only if old assembly is frozen in)
Difficulty: Beginner · Time: 15 to 20 minutes
How to install the DA97-15217B, step by step
- Open the freezer drawer and remove the ice bucket
- Locate the ice maker assembly mounted on the inside top of the freezer compartment
- If the assembly is frozen in place, thaw it with a hair dryer for 5 minutes (low setting)
- Disconnect the wire harness at the back of the assembly
- Remove the 2 to 3 mounting screws
- Pull the old assembly out toward you
- Slide the new assembly in, secure with the screws
- Reconnect the harness, replace the ice bucket, allow 24 hours to start producing ice
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