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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Dispenser Switch Replacement #2162361
Whirlpool Refrigerator Dispenser Switch Replacement #2162361
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$22.41Estimated Savings
$112.5001:56
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for installing the dispenser switch on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the dispenser switch is when the ice or water dispenser is not working.
All of the information for this dispenser switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Amana, Ikea, Inglis
Tools needed: putty knife
All of the information for this dispenser switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Amana, Ikea, Inglis
Tools needed: putty knife
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the ice or water dispenser arm switch first pull out the drip tray.
3
Now insert a putty knife behind the bottom of the dispenser façade and push the façade down while using the putty knife to pull the façade outward.
4
Note the orientation of the dispenser panel switch wires then disconnect them from the switch.
5
Now pull back the tab to release the dispenser arm switch you’re replacing.
6
Disconnect the wire harness to remove the old switch.
7
Install the new dispenser arm switch by first connecting the wire harness.
8
Position the new switch on the mounting pins and snap it into place.
9
Reconnect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the dispenser switch.
10
Align the top of the dispenser façade on the top edge of the housing then snap it into position.
11
Replace the drip tray.
12
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the dispenser is working properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for installing the dispenser switch on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the dispenser switch is when the ice or water dispenser is not working.
All of the information for this dispenser switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Amana, Ikea, Inglis
Tools needed: putty knife
All of the information for this dispenser switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Amana, Ikea, Inglis
Tools needed: putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the ice or water dispenser arm switch first pull out the drip tray.
3
Now insert a putty knife behind the bottom of the dispenser façade and push the façade down while using the putty knife to pull the façade outward.
4
Note the orientation of the dispenser panel switch wires then disconnect them from the switch.
5
Now pull back the tab to release the dispenser arm switch you’re replacing.
6
Disconnect the wire harness to remove the old switch.
7
Install the new dispenser arm switch by first connecting the wire harness.
8
Position the new switch on the mounting pins and snap it into place.
9
Reconnect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the dispenser switch.
10
Align the top of the dispenser façade on the top edge of the housing then snap it into position.
11
Replace the drip tray.
12
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the dispenser is working properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Dispenser Switch
$22.41
Total$0.00
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