Once a glass is pressed against the actuator pad it will cause the dispenser to deliver ice or water when activated.
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Replacing your Frigidaire Refrigerator Water Dispenser Actuator
Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Not dispensing water | Leaking
This part works with the following products:
Refrigerator.
Part# 241682003 replaces these:
AP3965193, 1196652, 241682003, 5304422026
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Gary L - May 28, 2023
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Good and bad!!
Part came quickly went in easily, waiting three weeks now for the ice actuator?
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Lisa V - February 9, 2023
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easy repair
Part arrived quickly and easy to install!
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David H - September 21, 2022
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nightmare to install
The part was delivered on time and in great condition; however installation was extremely difficult.... Perhaps because I am 80 and my helper is 70.... video was extremely helpful. It is now in and working fine.
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Daniel P - September 1, 2021
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it was a easy repair and the part worked perfectly.
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Mephiboseph C - August 24, 2021
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John F - May 11, 2021
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Perfect fit.
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DANIEL D - August 13, 2020
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Perfect
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Brian L - April 9, 2020
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Great repair and Video to help replace it.
The part was perfect, I replaced it, and now we have cold water from the fridge again. Thank you PartSelect.
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Paul G - February 9, 2020
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Ure could use a better diagram to figure out how the part is installed. Thanks
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Sophia M - September 12, 2019
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Good part so far, I hope it lasts
Part was in perfect condition, ok in mailing time and love the videos that help you install it
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I had two issues - the water dispenser lever was stuttering and the fridge and freezer weren’t cooling properly
The disassembly was not as straightforward as it looked because it required more disassemble than just the damper assembly cover. The entire fridge control panel, the water filter, the air filter and damper cover all needed to be removed. Even after removing them, the control panel cover and the damper control cover needed to be separat
... Read moreed. Thankfully the manuals showed that those two pieces do separate with a double grooved pressure fitting. After carefully taking those two pieces apart I was finally able to get to the damper control cables and disconnect them. The quickest part of the repair was the actual swap of the damper control assembly itself. Reassembly was really fussy and took a long time to get everything lined up just so. Once that repair was completed the fridge works again perfectly!! I was afraid I had gone through all that and would still need to replace the fridge, but it’s been a couple of weeks and it’s still great! The other nagging issue was the water dispenser lever had been abused by my kids for 15 years and was giving up. The replacement was also fussy but absolutely easy. The lever still isn’t perfect so I’m guessing I may need the actual solenoid part at some point but it does work better than before replacing it. Overall, I would do it again and the parts were exact matches and were shipped quickly.
Looked up how to do it on Youtube. Watched 2-3 videos. Found one that was short but detailed and showed step by step which matched exactly how to do it. Only needed one phillips screwdriver but used a long flathead screwdriver to tilt the flat metal piece holding the actuator in place. After putting it all back together, it did not work b
... Read moreecause I did not push the connector in enough so I took it back off and pushed it in a little further. Took about 3 extra minutes. Surprisingly, this was a very easy job. The part arrived within 2-3 days and was exactly what I needed. Thank you.
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Chris from RICHMOND, TX
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Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
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Broken water dispenser
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TRACY from london, OH
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Really Easy
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15 - 30 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
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used your video that made it very easy thank you very much
Lawrence from Los Angeles, CA
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Easy
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30 - 60 mins
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Screw drivers
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Broken water actuator
Followed the instructions from Jonathan from Universal City TX and GEORGIA from SAPULPA OK
First I removed the water drip tray. Next I removed the three screws on the bottom edge of the face. Then I removed the whole face, being careful not to break the tabs at the top of the face. Next I unplugged the small plug on the top of
... Read morethe back of the face. The face completely removes. Then I removed 3 more screws that hold the whole inside unit in place. One screw on each side and one on top. I gently pulled the unit far enough out to work behind it, but did not remove it all the way. Next you will see two small silver plates (one with 2 screws one with 1 screw). Remove those screws and plates. The actuator will come right out with little effort. Put the new actuator in, then reverse your steps to put it back together. Your done!
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Bill from San Angelo, TX
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Easy
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15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
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The flow actuator broke in half.
Ordered the part from PartSelect. Estimated time for slow delivery seven days. I got it in three. Removed the cover from the water and ice maker dispenser arena held on by three screes. I had to use an easy out on one rusted scree. Disconnected the wiring to the switches and lat the Circuit Board come forward by removing three small screw
... Read mores. Using tweezers to catch the screws, I removed two small screws holding the broken actuator and put the new one in its place making sure the spring was properly located and the ice maker swivel was under the hold-down strip along with the new actuator. I reassembled the door cover and got a drink of cold water. By the way, always unplug the refrigerator because that area is hot. Dr Robert E McGinnis author of In Search Of Paradise and many other fine books found on Amazon.
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Robert from Rocky Moount, NC
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15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
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Water disp. actuator
Remover 3 screws from bottom of panel,unplugged elrc. connector,removed 2 "small" screws from the pivot axel of the broken actuator.Cleaned everything. Reversed the process to reinstall.
I followed instructions given by Jonathan from Universal City TX. I wasn't able to disconnect the panel frame wiring harness, so I just let the frame hang. I also had a bit of trouble snapping the actuator into place. Once I did, however, the rest was easy. Thanks Jonathan for the instructions!
Craig from Westlake, OH
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A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Lever to dispense water broke off
Unplug refrigerator first. Remove 4 screws on front and lift off cover. Unplug unit small plug with around 6 wire on it on the top. Unscrew inside scres that hold the lever in place. Put the new one in slots and put in screws to hold in slot. Put cover back on. Make sure ice dispenser is still working seemed to disengage the unit du
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William from Jim Thorpe, PA
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A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers
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Broken water dispensor actuator
The repair was easy for me as I am very mechanically inclined. I did have a problem with the water actuator being a different shape then the original so I had ordered the ice actuator to replace also so they would match. The ice actuator matched the original so was unable to get the paddles to match in my door. It works fine but I don't l
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Tracy
October 23, 2017
The actuator lever is stuck on to dispense water. Only way to quickly stop it is to turn off water supply. How can i fix this.
For model number FRS6R5ESBL
Hi Tracey,
Thank you for your question. You may need to replace your lever or the housing for the lever if there is something that is broken inside. If it is an electrical issue, you may need to check your water inlet valve, or the micro switch in your dispenser area. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Dennis
August 1, 2018
I am having trouble getting the water line disconnected.
For model number FRS26H5AS
Hello Dennis, Thank you for the question. According to the video and Manufacture instructions, the tubing should just pull off. You can grip it with needle nose pliers as well. Hope this helps!
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Tonya
February 18, 2019
I've replaced the water filter of also replace the water inlet valve, ice is working but i can't get any water out of the door?
For model number FRS6R5ESBN
Hi Tonya, Thank you for your question. I would suggest then checking your micro switch to see if it is working correctly. PartSelect Number PS1526433. You can test with a multi meter and check for continuity. Thank you for your inquiry, good luck with this repair!
Can't get the base plate out to get at the screws.
For model number FRS6R5ESB4
Hi Frank,
Thank you for your question. There is a video listed with the actuator on our website that you may reference for information on how to install the part. We hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day.
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Jack
January 29, 2018
There is no voltage at the water in solenoid, i have replaced the water solenoid unit and the water filter base and had water and ice for less than a week now i have the same problem except there is no voltage at the main water in solenoid when i push the water out lever and i can feel the water out solenoid working.
For model number FRS23H5ASB8
Hi Jack,
Thank you for your question. If the solenoid is not working correctly, it may be the micro switch that is causing the issue. You will need to test it with a multimeter to see if it is causing the issue. If not not, you will need to check the dispenser control board. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Alessia
February 6, 2023
Hi, I need to change the water dispenser actuator. I don’t think this one fits my model but could you please advise which one would fit?
Thank you!
For model number PLHS237ZAB5
Hello Alessia, thank you for getting in touch. The dispenser actuator kit, part number PS8760537, will fit your model. Customer service is available 7 days a week if you require assistance placing an order. Thanks again for reaching out!
The water dispenser petal was damaged( dented)during transporting to the kitchen. Can this be replaced?
For model number FFSS3615TS
Hello and thank you for writing.
Yes, you would have to replace the module dispenser PS12728800 as the paddle is part of this unit. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime if you require further assistance.
Looking for a replacement for broken Water Dispenser Lever part #279J (push in with glass to get water) for Kenmore Elite refrigerator model #79572052110. Do you have any access or info to find?
For model number 79572052110
Hello Linda, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS3647814. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hello Dan, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS1526381. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hi James,
Thank you for contacting us. If the water dispenser is not dispensing water, then there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. You will need to check the water dispenser actuator, the water inlet valve, the water filter, the filter cup, the water filter housing and the micro switch. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
