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Whirlpool Barracuda Refrigerator Dispenser Water Line Coupler Replacement WP2300868

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the dispenser water line coupler on a Whirlpool Barracuda refrigerator (Model WRS325FDAM04). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the refrigerator is leaking.

All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the dispenser waterline coupler in your refrigerator,
2
Be sure to unplug the power cord and shut off the water supply.
3
Pull the refrigerator away from the wall so you can access the rear of the appliance.
4
Now, open both doors along with the water filter cover.
5
Pull the toe kick plate free.
6
Use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw to release the dispenser water line retainer from the frame.
7
Next, unthread the screw to release the water inlet line coupler from the lower rear access panel.
8
Unthread all of the screws to release the access panel.
9
You can now release the dispenser water supply line from under the drain pan for easier access to the water line coupler.
10
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to remove the locking clips securing the water supply lines to the coupler.
11
You can use a 7/16 inch wrench to help depress the retaining rings to release the supply lines from the old coupler.
12
Be prepared for some water to spill.
13
Install the new dispenser water line coupler by inserting the water supply lines into each end until they are fully seated.
14
Insert the locking clips to secure.
15
Secure the water line retainer to the frame with the screw.
16
Returning to the rear of the appliance, position the water supply line under the drain pan.
17
Reinstall the access panel.
18
Be sure to secure the water inlet line coupler to the panel.
19
Reinstall the toe kick plate by aligning the clips on the plate with the brackets attached to the refrigerator frame.
20
Then, snap the plate into place.
21
Close the water filter cover.
22
Turn the water supply back on.
23
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 water line coupler on a Whirlpool Barracuda refrigerator (Model WRS325FDAM04). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the refrigerator is leaking.

All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the dispenser waterline coupler in your refrigerator,
2
Be sure to unplug the power cord and shut off the water supply.
3
Pull the refrigerator away from the wall so you can access the rear of the appliance.
4
Now, open both doors along with the water filter cover.
5
Pull the toe kick plate free.
6
Use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw to release the dispenser water line retainer from the frame.
7
Next, unthread the screw to release the water inlet line coupler from the lower rear access panel.
8
Unthread all of the screws to release the access panel.
9
You can now release the dispenser water supply line from under the drain pan for easier access to the water line coupler.
10
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to remove the locking clips securing the water supply lines to the coupler.
11
You can use a 7/16 inch wrench to help depress the retaining rings to release the supply lines from the old coupler.
12
Be prepared for some water to spill.
13
Install the new dispenser water line coupler by inserting the water supply lines into each end until they are fully seated.
14
Insert the locking clips to secure.
15
Secure the water line retainer to the frame with the screw.
16
Returning to the rear of the appliance, position the water supply line under the drain pan.
17
Reinstall the access panel.
18
Be sure to secure the water inlet line coupler to the panel.
19
Reinstall the toe kick plate by aligning the clips on the plate with the brackets attached to the refrigerator frame.
20
Then, snap the plate into place.
21
Close the water filter cover.
22
Turn the water supply back on.
23
Plug the power cord back in, and your refrigerator should be ready for use.

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