Part 02-3096-02 (Spring) is a replacement component commonly sourced for ice machine maintenance. Replacing worn hardware helps assemblies stay tight, reducing rattles and misalignment. If you’re seeing rattles, inspect the part and nearby connections for rubbing, mineral buildup, looseness, or secondary damage. If the problem changes when panels are moved or the unit vibrates, look for borderline fitment and vibration-related wear marks. If the listing provides compatibility tools, verify fitment before checkout to avoid avoidable downtime. If the machine was down for a while, take the opportunity to clean the area around the repair. If the machine was down for a while, take the opportunity to clean the area around the repair. Double-check surrounding clamps and mounts so the new part isn’t stressed by misalignment. If the machine was down for a while, take the opportunity to clean the area around the repair. If the machine was down for a while, take the opportunity to clean the area around the repair. Double-check surrounding clamps and mounts so the new part isn’t stressed by misalignment. Double-check surrounding clamps and mounts so the new part isn’t stressed by misalignment. Double-check surrounding clamps and mounts so the new part isn’t stressed by misalignment. If the machine was down for a while, take the opportunity to clean the area around the repair. If the machine was down for a while, take the opportunity to clean the area around the repair. Double-check surrounding clamps and mounts so the new part isn’t stressed by misalignment. Double-check surrounding clamps and mounts so the new part isn’t stressed by misalignment. If the machine was down for a while, take the opportunity to clean the area around the repair.