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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Dispenser Actuator Pad #W10353848
Whirlpool Refrigerator Dispenser Actuator Pad #W10353848
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$144.63Estimated Savings
$112.5004:33
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a dispenser actuator pad on Whirlpool and KitchenAid refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing a dispenser actuator pad is when the dispenser is not working and other more commonly defective components have already been checked.
All of the information in this dispenser actuator pad replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, 5/16” wrench, 1/4” socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver
All of the information in this dispenser actuator pad replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, 5/16” wrench, 1/4” socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a dispenser actuator pad in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs holding the dispenser control in place.
3
Note the orientation of the wire connecters then disconnect them to fully remove the control.
4
Use a 5/16th inch wrench to depress the locking ring to release the water line from the spigot – be prepared for a small amount of water to spill.
5
Detach the line from the retaining clip.
6
Disconnect the wire harnesses, detach the ground wire and remove the wires from the retaining clip.
7
Now use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the ice door module.
8
Release the retaining clips and you can pull the module free.
9
Remove the spill tray.
10
Unthread the screws securing the spill tray base.
11
Lift out the base.
12
Lift up the actuator pad housing and bend a side in to remove the housing.
13
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs as you pull the old actuator pad up to remove.
14
You’re now ready to install the new dispenser actuator pad.
15
Feed the wire through the hole in the housing then align the new pad on the housing and snap it into position.
16
Make sure both actuator pad wires extend over the top corners of the housing then align the housing on the door tuck the sides in and press down to lock the housing into place.
17
Reposition the spill tray base.
18
Rethread the screws.
19
Replace the spill tray itself.
20
Realign the ice door module on the housing and snap it into position.
21
Replace the screws to secure.
22
Connect the wire harnesses, attach the grounding wire to the front panel and secure the wires under the retaining clip.
23
Fully reinsert the water line into the spigot and secure the line under the retaining clip.
24
Reinstall the dispenser control by first connecting the wires to the appropriate terminals.
25
Now insert the tabs on top of the control into the housing slots and snap the control into position.
26
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a dispenser actuator pad on Whirlpool and KitchenAid refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing a dispenser actuator pad is when the dispenser is not working and other more commonly defective components have already been checked.
All of the information in this dispenser actuator pad replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, 5/16” wrench, 1/4” socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver
All of the information in this dispenser actuator pad replacement video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid, Whirlpool
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, 5/16” wrench, 1/4” socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a dispenser actuator pad in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs holding the dispenser control in place.
3
Note the orientation of the wire connecters then disconnect them to fully remove the control.
4
Use a 5/16th inch wrench to depress the locking ring to release the water line from the spigot – be prepared for a small amount of water to spill.
5
Detach the line from the retaining clip.
6
Disconnect the wire harnesses, detach the ground wire and remove the wires from the retaining clip.
7
Now use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the ice door module.
8
Release the retaining clips and you can pull the module free.
9
Remove the spill tray.
10
Unthread the screws securing the spill tray base.
11
Lift out the base.
12
Lift up the actuator pad housing and bend a side in to remove the housing.
13
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs as you pull the old actuator pad up to remove.
14
You’re now ready to install the new dispenser actuator pad.
15
Feed the wire through the hole in the housing then align the new pad on the housing and snap it into position.
16
Make sure both actuator pad wires extend over the top corners of the housing then align the housing on the door tuck the sides in and press down to lock the housing into place.
17
Reposition the spill tray base.
18
Rethread the screws.
19
Replace the spill tray itself.
20
Realign the ice door module on the housing and snap it into position.
21
Replace the screws to secure.
22
Connect the wire harnesses, attach the grounding wire to the front panel and secure the wires under the retaining clip.
23
Fully reinsert the water line into the spigot and secure the line under the retaining clip.
24
Reinstall the dispenser control by first connecting the wires to the appropriate terminals.
25
Now insert the tabs on top of the control into the housing slots and snap the control into position.
26
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Dispenser Actuator
$144.63
Total$0.00
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