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[Comstock_Services]

KInda lazy, and tired of waiting 30 seconds for a modular head Ice Maker to cycle. Besides it looks like a cool tool to have, I had one at Sears and it was really neat. Any suggestions? http://www.repaircli...er/IMT1/1373190

[RegUS_PatOff]

... tired of waiting 30 seconds for a modular head Ice Maker to cycle

still would have to wait to ensure it cycles properly...
Seems like just a few Switches and Lights, properly positioned to monitor the IceMaker Cycle.
but impressive looking to the Customer
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[Comstock_Services]

was just thinking that it would help with checking for frozen water lines, and for the wow effect of the customer, to seal the deal on some cod ice maker calls that I get.

[RegUS_PatOff]

yes
you could almost make one yourself, if you could line-up the connection points ..

[Comstock_Services]

well Reg like I said I'm, lazy, I like the idea of having an easy way to test the ice makers, and valves without waiting for the Ice maker to cycle. I can tell if the tstat is bad by a light, and can force a cycle with out getting shocked anymore. Just a simple thought, I think its neat, and would love to find one cheap.

[DurhamAppliance]

KInda lazy, and tired of waiting 30 seconds for a modular head Ice Maker to cycle. Besides it looks like a cool tool to have, I had one at Sears and it was really neat. Any suggestions? http://www.repaircli...er/IMT1/1373190

if ya still interested I have a source and I'll send ya the link. Got one recently

Edited by DurhamAppliance, 22 April 2012 - 06:54 PM.

[yoyohat]

if ya still interested I have a source and I'll send ya the link. Got one recently

I would like to get that link, if you still have it handy.
Thanks

[saint25]

Would love that link also!

[DurhamAppliance]

Call My local wonderful parts house....http://www.dlpartsco.com/ . I'm not sure if it's in the catalog but call the Durham NC office 800-543-6414. Ask to speak with Mike (the manager, not Mike "the new guy" as he may not know what you are talking about), Todd or Tina. These guys are great. When I told them about it, they went hunting. They began carrying it. Tell em Durham Appliance Thrift & Repair sent ya.

This thing is great when testing those indoor ice with optics also. I found it easier to attach it and tape down the button as oppose to using a jump wire that gets smushed up against the freezer wall.

[Comstock_Services]

Glad to be of service, I'm gonna get one some day, just not ready yet

[certified tech group 51]

Have one in the service van for more than 6 years.........................Good tool/tester to back-up or verify .. ..........................But with all these new cheesy  electronic I/M's out there, this  tool does not work... .......

[DurhamAppliance]

It was made to work for the whirlpool modular ice maker only. I still run into quite a few of those on a weekly basis. I can put one of these things on an icemaker and diagnose it in less time than I can unzip my meter case or put in a jumper wire.


Not to mention the fact it has buttons and blinking lights and stuff. How cool is that? And there is nothing on earth better than a gadget except a gadget that actually works. Yeah, I'm a sucker for gadgets but customers stare at it in awe and sometimes I even let them press one of the buttons! Being good at what you do is of utmost importance but there's no doubt sizzle sells.

Edited by DurhamAppliance, 17 January 2013 - 09:57 PM.

[Samurai Appliance Repair Man]

Just placed my order for one at RepairClinic based on your voucher, Brother Durham.  Maybe I'll make a video showing it in action?  

[certified tech group 51]

You can test the water valve for more than 7 seconds, if needed......

[Comstock_Services]

Had one when I worked for A&E I thought it was cool, but like I said I'm to lazy to wait 30 seconds with a jumper wire.