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Danby Refrigerator ice and water dispenser not working
If your Danby fridge water dispenser is not working and the ice maker is not making ice, start with the parts that usually fail first: the dispenser actuator can wear or break and fail to trip the switch that sends voltage to the dispenser, so inspect and replace the actuator if it looks damaged. If the whole dispenser system is dead, the dispenser control board is a likely culprit, but test individual parts first. Dispenser switches themselves commonly fail; use a multimeter to check each switch for continuity and replace any that are open. The door switch can also prevent the dispenser from running if it does not detect the door closed. Check that drawers, ice buckets and doors are fully closed and the gasket seals are intact, since misclosed doors will stop the dispenser from working. Finally, a damaged or improperly seated water filter housing can block flow and leave the refrigerator dispenser not dispensing water. Enter your model number at RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement actuator, switch, control board, door switch or filter housing for your refrigerator.
01 - Danby 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.
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02 - Danby Refrigerator Dispenser Control Board
The dispenser control board governs most of the functions of the dispenser system. If only one dispenser part is not working, it is probable that an individual part has failed. In this case, test each of the dispenser components before testing the control board. If the entire dispenser system is not working, the control board is more likely to be at fault.
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03 - Danby 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.
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04 - Danby Refrigerator Door Switch
The door switch turns off the ice and water dispenser when the refrigerator door is open. If the door switch fails, the dispenser will not turn on. To determine if the door switch is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the door switch does not have continuity when activated, replace it.
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05 - Doors not closing properly
Check to make sure all drawers and ice buckets are pushed in properly. Be sure the refrigerator doors are completely closed. There should be no visible gap around the door gasket.
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06 - Danby Refrigerator Water Filter Housing
On many refrigerators, the incoming water will pass through a water filter before reaching the dispenser or the ice maker fill tube. If the water filter housing is damaged, water may not flow through the housing when the filter is installed. Inspect the water filter housing for damage and confirm it is properly seated. If necessary replace the damaged housing with a new one.
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Fridge water dispenser not working, what should I check first?
Ice maker not making ice or ice dispenser not working, what are the usual causes?
Refrigerator door not closing properly can that stop the dispenser or ice maker?
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