Water filter
Makers suggest a new water filter about every six months.
Filter plate
Replaces 12704801
Filters clog with use. The manual lists how often to change it.
Defrost heater
Melts frost off the cooling coils. Frost buildup and a warm fridge point here.
Ice maker
Replaces W10190978
No ice, or ice that won't drop, points to the ice maker.
Run capacitor
Replaces 2264017
A motor that hums but won't start often needs a new capacitor.
Evaporator fan blade
A stopped fan means warm sections and frost on the coils.
Switch
Replaces C3680310V
Door, lid and control switches stop a cycle when they fail.
1Water filterUKF8001AXX
2Filter plateWP67001668
3Defrost heaterWP12729128
4Ice makerD7824706QPart numbers come from the Sears PartsDirect parts list for the KitchenAid KBRS22EVMS1 (view the list), checked November 15, 2026. Amazon buttons open a search for the part number; we may earn a commission.
Where the model number is
Inside the fresh food section, on a side wall or the ceiling near the light. Some models: behind the kick plate at the bottom.