







Ice bin overflows because the broken or missing extension can no longer signal the bale arm to halt ice production when the bin is full.
Without a functioning shut-off arm extension, excess ice cubes escape the bin and accumulate on the freezer shelf or floor.
A missing or cracked extension allows ice to pile up and become tangled or jammed in the bottom of the ice tray mechanism.
The ice maker motor and water valve cycle non-stop when the extension is absent, wasting energy and potentially overworking the unit.





💡 Pro Tip: Is Your W11215550 Extension the Culprit?
Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:
⚠️ Ice bin overflows and cubes spill onto the freezer floor
⚠️ Ice maker keeps running even when the bin is completely full
⚠️ The plastic extension arm is visibly cracked, snapped, or missing entirely
⚠️ Ice cubes get jammed or tangled in the bottom of the ice tray
🔍 Quick Check: Open the freezer and locate the bale arm on your ice maker. If the small plastic extension piece that connects to it is broken or absent, the ice maker loses its shut-off signal and will overproduce ice continuously. Replacing this inexpensive extension restores automatic shut-off function immediately.
📦 What's in the Box
✅ 1× W11215550 Ice Maker Shut-Off Arm Extension (extension piece only)
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