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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Ice Dispenser Solenoid #W10309866
Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Dispenser Solenoid #W10309866
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$107.46Estimated Savings
$112.5003:47
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the ice dispenser solenoid on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing the solenoid is if the dispenser will not switch between cubed and crushed ice.
All of the information in this dispenser solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
All of the information in this dispenser solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the ice dispenser solenoid in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Open both refrigerator doors.
3
Depress the release button and pull out the ice bin.
4
Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the side cover access hole and press down to release the locking lever then pull the side cover forward to remove.
5
Use the screwdriver to depress the retaining tab to release the ice maker assembly.
6
Pull the assembly forward.
7
Disconnect the wire harness and remove the entire assembly.
8
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the ice dispenser solenoid.
9
Use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs to release the solenoid housing.
10
Detach the sensor from the solenoid.
11
Disconnect the wire connecter and use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the screw securing the grounding wire.
12
Pull the retaining tab back and remove the old solenoid from the housing.
13
You’re now ready to install the new ice dispenser solenoid.
14
Position the new solenoid in the housing, making sure the actuator tabs are aligned in the housing slots.
15
Secure the grounding wire to the new solenoid with the screw.
16
Connect the wire connecter and snap the sensor into place.
17
Snap the solenoid housing into position on the ice maker assembly and replace the screws to secure.
18
Reinstall the ice maker assembly by sliding it part way into the housing.
19
Reconnect the wire harness and push the assembly all the way back - be aware the ice maker fill spout may make this difficult.
20
Realign the side cover and slide it into place.
21
Realign the ice bin on the track and snap it into position.
22
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your ice maker should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the ice dispenser solenoid on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing the solenoid is if the dispenser will not switch between cubed and crushed ice.
All of the information in this dispenser solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
All of the information in this dispenser solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the ice dispenser solenoid in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Open both refrigerator doors.
3
Depress the release button and pull out the ice bin.
4
Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the side cover access hole and press down to release the locking lever then pull the side cover forward to remove.
5
Use the screwdriver to depress the retaining tab to release the ice maker assembly.
6
Pull the assembly forward.
7
Disconnect the wire harness and remove the entire assembly.
8
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the ice dispenser solenoid.
9
Use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs to release the solenoid housing.
10
Detach the sensor from the solenoid.
11
Disconnect the wire connecter and use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the screw securing the grounding wire.
12
Pull the retaining tab back and remove the old solenoid from the housing.
13
You’re now ready to install the new ice dispenser solenoid.
14
Position the new solenoid in the housing, making sure the actuator tabs are aligned in the housing slots.
15
Secure the grounding wire to the new solenoid with the screw.
16
Connect the wire connecter and snap the sensor into place.
17
Snap the solenoid housing into position on the ice maker assembly and replace the screws to secure.
18
Reinstall the ice maker assembly by sliding it part way into the housing.
19
Reconnect the wire harness and push the assembly all the way back - be aware the ice maker fill spout may make this difficult.
20
Realign the side cover and slide it into place.
21
Realign the ice bin on the track and snap it into position.
22
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your ice maker should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Dispenser Solenoid
$107.46
Total$0.00
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