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Dacor Refrigerator ice and water dispenser not working
If your ice and water dispenser stopped working, start with the simplest issues first: check that drawers and doors are fully closed and the gasket seals are snug, since a door that is not closing properly is the most common cause of a dead dispenser. If the doors are fine, inspect the dispenser actuator for cracks or broken tabs that prevent it from tripping the switch. Next, test the dispenser switches and the door switch with a multimeter for continuity, because a failed switch is a frequent, easy-to-replace culprit. If all the mechanical parts test good but the entire dispenser system is dead, the dispenser control board may have failed. Also check the water filter housing for damage or improper seating if water will not flow. These same parts and checks cover problems where the refrigerator dispenser not dispensing water or the ice maker not making ice. You can enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement parts and step-by-step repair parts for your refrigerator.
01 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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 - Dacor 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?
Freezer cold but fridge warm and dispenser not working — could the door switch or control board be the problem?
Ice dispenser not working but water works — what parts should I inspect?
How do I test dispenser switches and the door switch with a multimeter?
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