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Maytag Refrigerator ice and water dispenser not working
If your Maytag refrigerator ice and water dispenser is dead or the dispenser won’t dispense water, start with the parts that fail most often. The dispenser actuator that trips the switch can be worn or broken and will stop the dispenser from activating. If the whole dispenser system is dead, the dispenser control board is a likely culprit, but only after you test individual parts. The dispenser switches themselves can lose continuity, so check them with a multimeter and replace any that fail. The door switch shuts the dispenser off when the door is open, so a bad door switch will prevent operation. Also check simple door issues and drawers not fully seated, which can keep the dispenser disabled. Finally, inspect the water filter housing; if it’s damaged or not seated properly water won’t flow to the dispenser. If you need replacement parts, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact actuator, control board, switches, door switch, or filter housing that fits your refrigerator.
01 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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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Why is my refrigerator water dispenser not working?
My ice and water dispenser stopped working completely. Could the dispenser control board be bad?
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The ice maker is making ice but the dispenser won't dispense ice or water. What should I check?
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