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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Refrigerator Dispenser Actuator Replacement #WR17X11269
GE Refrigerator Dispenser Actuator Replacement #WR17X11269
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$39.20Estimated Savings
$112.5003:03
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the dispenser actuator on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the actuator is the ice not dispensing properly.
All of the information for this actuator video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, needle nose pliers
All of the information for this actuator video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, needle nose pliers
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with most appliance repairs, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the dispenser actuator in your refrigerator use a small flat-head screwdriver to help pry the dispenser panel and control board out from the bottom.
3
Note the orientation of the wires connected to the board then disconnect them.
4
Now use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the chute assembly.
5
Remove the assembly.
6
Note the orientation of the dispenser actuator spring and use needle-nose pliers to move it out of the way.
7
Pull the retaining tabs back to release the old actuator.
8
Prepare the new dispenser actuator for installation by transferring the spring from the old actuator to the new one.
9
Making sure the switch actuator arm is placed under the switch lever, snap the new assembly into place behind the retaining tabs.
10
Now correctly position the spring.
11
With the wires extended over the chute assembly, reposition the assembly and replace the screws to secure.
12
The larger screws go in the bottom.
13
Reinstall the dispenser control board assembly by first reconnecting the wires to the appropriate terminals.
14
Now align the top of the dispenser panel and snap the bottom into place.
15
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 repair instructions for replacing the dispenser actuator on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the actuator is the ice not dispensing properly.
All of the information for this actuator video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, needle nose pliers
All of the information for this actuator video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, needle nose pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with most appliance repairs, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace the dispenser actuator in your refrigerator use a small flat-head screwdriver to help pry the dispenser panel and control board out from the bottom.
3
Note the orientation of the wires connected to the board then disconnect them.
4
Now use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the chute assembly.
5
Remove the assembly.
6
Note the orientation of the dispenser actuator spring and use needle-nose pliers to move it out of the way.
7
Pull the retaining tabs back to release the old actuator.
8
Prepare the new dispenser actuator for installation by transferring the spring from the old actuator to the new one.
9
Making sure the switch actuator arm is placed under the switch lever, snap the new assembly into place behind the retaining tabs.
10
Now correctly position the spring.
11
With the wires extended over the chute assembly, reposition the assembly and replace the screws to secure.
12
The larger screws go in the bottom.
13
Reinstall the dispenser control board assembly by first reconnecting the wires to the appropriate terminals.
14
Now align the top of the dispenser panel and snap the bottom into place.
15
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Dispenser Funnel Guide
$39.20
Total$0.00
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