WR30X10131 - GE Refrigerator Ice Maker

The Ice Maker (WR30X10131) is a genuine part designed by GE for their refrigerator line. Compatible with multiple GE refrigerator models, this part is integral to the appliance's ability to produce ice. Sometimes referred to as an ice cube maker or ice generator, it operates through a combination of mechanical, electrical, and thermal processes.

The ice maker's operation begins when a user activates it, signaling the valve to open and allow water to flow into the ice mold. The water in the mold is then frozen into ice cubes, courtesy of the freezer's temperature. Once the ice cubes are formed, a heating element within the ice mold slightly warms the mold, loosening the ice cubes. The motor-driven ejection arm then initiates, pushing the ice cubes out of the mold and into an ice bin or tray. The auger motor then dispenses the ice through the refrigerator's ice dispenser for cubes or ice crusher if crushed ice is needed.

The ice maker's operation is coordinated by various sensors and control mechanisms, including temperature sensors to ensure the ice is properly frozen and switches that detect when the ice bin is full. If your refrigerator is not making ice, or the ice cubes are smaller or larger than usual, it may indicate that the ice maker is failing.

Before purchasing, please verify the model number of your GE refrigerator to ensure compatibility with the Ice Maker (WR30X10131).