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Kenmore Refrigerator dispenser leaking water
If your refrigerator dispenser is leaking water or your fridge water dispenser is dripping onto the floor, start with the dispenser door — a damaged or misaligned dispenser door or frame that does not seal or operate correctly is the most likely cause. Remove the dispenser control panel or trim to inspect the door, linkage and mounts for cracks or wear. Next check the household water pressure at the kitchen faucet; low water pressure can cause the dispenser to leak or fail to seat properly. After that inspect the dispenser actuator and test the dispenser switches with a multimeter, since a broken actuator or a switch without continuity can let water flow when it should not. Less commonly the water inlet valve is at fault — debris, bad solenoids or pressure below the valve’s 20 psi minimum will allow water to leak through, and the valve should be tested for continuity before replacing. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part and guides matched to your refrigerator for a confident repair.
01 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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
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