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Montgomery Wards Refrigerator dispenser leaking water
If your refrigerator dispenser is leaking water, start with the parts most likely to be at fault. A damaged or misaligned dispenser door or chute often causes leaks by failing to close or direct flow properly, so remove the dispenser frame or control panel and inspect the door first. Next check house water pressure, since a weak supply can make a dispenser behave oddly or drip; test the kitchen faucet and confirm at least 20 psi at the inlet valve. The dispenser actuator and dispenser switches are common culprits if the dispenser is not working or only dripping when activated, so test those switches for continuity with a multimeter and replace any faulty actuators. Less commonly, a stuck or faulty water inlet valve or defective solenoids will let water leak through; test the valve for continuity and replace it if it fails. If you need parts, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement components for your fridge water dispenser not working or refrigerator dispenser leaking water.
01 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Dispenser Door
The dispenser door is opened by a motor or a solenoid to dispense the ice, but if the door is broken, it may not open properly in order to release the ice. You should inspect the dispenser door for damage to determine if the component should be replaced. You may have to remove the dispenser control panel or frame to access and inspect the dispenser door.
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Highly Likely
02 - Low Water Pressure from House Supply
The water inlet valve, which supplies water to the refrigerator water dispenser, requires sufficient water pressure to work properly. If the water pressure is too low, the dispenser will leak. You can check the water flow at the kitchen faucet to help determine if the home's water pressure is sufficient or not.
Common
03 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Dispenser Actuator
The dispenser actuator is the component that activates the switch or switches to send voltage to the dispenser. If the dispenser actuator is damaged, it may be unable to activate the switch. Inspect the dispenser actuator for any damage and replace with a new one if necessary.
Common
04 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve
A refrigerator water inlet valve will direct water to the dispenser as well as the ice maker fill tube. If the inlet valve is obstructed, the solenoid coils on the valve are defective, or the home's water pressure is too low, the water valve will not work properly. The valve requires at least 20psi to function properly. Make sure that the water pressure to the valve is at least 20 psi. If the water pressure is sufficient, use a multimeter to test the water inlet valve for continuity. If the water inlet valve does not have continuity, replace it.
Less Common
05 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Dispenser Switch
The dispenser switches send voltage to the dispenser. If one of the dispenser switches is defective, the dispenser will not work. To determine if a dispenser switch is defective, use a multimeter to test each switch for continuity. If a dispenser switch does not have continuity, replace it.
Less Common
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my refrigerator water dispenser leaking?
My water dispenser keeps dripping or runs after I stop pressing it. What should I check?
How do I test the refrigerator water inlet valve with a multimeter?
The ice dispenser door/ice won’t release — is the dispenser door or actuator broken?
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