Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Refrigerator Dispenser Actuator Spring Replacement WR02X10585

GE Refrigerator Dispenser Actuator Spring Replacement WR02X10585

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the dispenser actuator spring on a GE Refrigerator (Model GSE25GSHPCSS). The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is damaged or missing.

All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands: GE

Step By Step Instructions

1
To replace the water and ice dispenser actuator spring in this GE refrigerator…
2
… you will need a phillips-head screwdriver and a narrow small flat-head screwdriver.
3
Before you begin the procedure, unplug the appliance’s power cord.
4
You can insert a narrow small flat-head screwdriver or comparable-sized tool into the holes on the bottom of the funnel and paddle assembly to help detach the display control.
5
Disconnect the three wire harness connecters to fully release the control.
6
Using the phillips-head screwdriver, unthread the four mounting screws to release the funnel and paddle assembly.
7
Next, unthread the two screws securing the dispenser actuator.
8
If still intact, you can remove the old spring.
9
To install the new dispenser actuator spring…
10
… align it on the actuator.
11
Apply tension to the spring as you insert the actuator lever into the slot in the solenoid and position the actuator in the slots in the dispenser housing.
12
Align the retaining brackets then thread the two mounting screws to secure.
13
Feed the wires through the funnel and paddle assembly as you position the assembly in the housing.
14
Secure the assembly with the four screws.
15
Reconnect the three wire harness connecters to the appropriate terminals on the back of the display control.
16
Reposition the control by aligning the top edge first, then snap the bottom edge into place.
17
Plug the appliance’s power cord back in…
18
… and the refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the dispenser actuator spring on a GE Refrigerator (Model GSE25GSHPCSS). The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is damaged or missing.

All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands: GE
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the water and ice dispenser actuator spring in this GE refrigerator…
2
… you will need a phillips-head screwdriver and a narrow small flat-head screwdriver.
3
Before you begin the procedure, unplug the appliance’s power cord.
4
You can insert a narrow small flat-head screwdriver or comparable-sized tool into the holes on the bottom of the funnel and paddle assembly to help detach the display control.
5
Disconnect the three wire harness connecters to fully release the control.
6
Using the phillips-head screwdriver, unthread the four mounting screws to release the funnel and paddle assembly.
7
Next, unthread the two screws securing the dispenser actuator.
8
If still intact, you can remove the old spring.
9
To install the new dispenser actuator spring…
10
… align it on the actuator.
11
Apply tension to the spring as you insert the actuator lever into the slot in the solenoid and position the actuator in the slots in the dispenser housing.
12
Align the retaining brackets then thread the two mounting screws to secure.
13
Feed the wires through the funnel and paddle assembly as you position the assembly in the housing.
14
Secure the assembly with the four screws.
15
Reconnect the three wire harness connecters to the appropriate terminals on the back of the display control.
16
Reposition the control by aligning the top edge first, then snap the bottom edge into place.
17
Plug the appliance’s power cord back in…
18
… and the refrigerator should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

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Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Spring
Spring
$11.43
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$9.80
Total$0.00

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