Frigidaire Refrigerator Water Dispenser Lever Broken

A refrigerator actuator or water dispenser consists of a paddle shaped lever that releases ice or water.

Frigidaire refrigerator water dispenser lever broken.

Refrigerator water dispenser not working. Refrigerator water dispenser lever 241682003 ap3965193 made by frigidaire. I could not see paying 80 100 for this when i tried to purchase this part when it first broke. All of the information for this dispenser lever replacement video is applicable to the following brands.

Have the necessary tools for this diy refrigerator water dispenser not working project lined up before you start you ll save time and frustration. Your appliance may differ depending on the manufacturer and model. Then remove the metal paddle retainer plate and swap in a new paddle photo 4. Begin filling the system by pressing and holding a drinking glass or pitcher against the water dispenser paddle.

It was broken enough to where i could use my finger to turn it on. The most common reason for replacing the dispenser lever is when it is damaged or broken. But i guess the 20 spent and temporary mess is better than 2000 on a new refrigerator for now. If the paddle is broken first disconnect the water tube.

It will also prohibit the water to evenly flow initially from the dispenser. Keep the glass or pitcher in this position until the water comes out of the dispenser. This frigidaire water actuator broke over a year ago. En español live chat online.

I am a tight a when it comes to paying for something where price and value do not match. This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the dispenser lever or water dispenser actuator on a frigidaire refrigerator. An inconvenience if you don t remember to physically pull the lever forward with your finger as you remove your glass from the water dispenser area. Required tools for this project.

Here are the most common reasons your frigidaire refridgerator s water dispenser is having issues and the parts instructions to fix the problem yourself. When the water dispenser lever will not work or depressing the lever causes little to no. Steps to prime the water supply system. It may take about 1 2 minutes.