Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the dual valve wire harness on a KitchenAid Refrigerator (Model KRFF507HPS02). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the dispenser is not working properly.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands: KitchenAid
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the dual water valve wire harness in this kitchenaid refrigerator, you will need a quarter-inch nut driver and a small flat-head screwdriver.
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Before you begin the procedure, unplug the appliance’s power cord.
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Open the water filter cover and remove the water filter.
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Use the quarter-inch nut driver to unthread the two screws securing the upper cover panel.
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Detach the panel and disconnect the led light wire harness to fully remove the panel.
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Use the small flat-head screwdriver to pry the water line retaining bracket free.
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Pull the dual water valve down to detach, and disconnect the two wire connecters and detach the grounding clip.
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Release the wires from the retaining hooks and pull the end of the wires through the hole in the upper housing.
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Next, detach the two wires from the water filter switch, then release the wires from the retainers.
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Disconnect the ice maker and heater wire connecters.
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Now disconnect the main wire connecter to fully remove the old harness.
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To install the new dual water valve wire harness, first connect the main wire connecter.
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Connect the ice maker and heater wire connecters, then secure the wires in the retainers.
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Attach the two wire connecters to the water filter switch.
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Feed the dual water valve connecters through the hole in the upper housing and secure the wires behind the retaining hooks.
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Connect the wires to the valve terminals and attach the grounding clip.
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Fully reseat the valve.
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Reposition the water line retaining bracket.
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Reinstall the upper cover panel by first reconnecting the led light wire harness.
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Align the three rear upper cover panel tabs with the housing brackets and snap the panel into position.
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Rethread the two screws to secure.
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Reinsert the water filter into the housing and close the cover.
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Plug the power cord back in, and the refrigerator should be ready for use.