Part Location Diagram of WR17X11170 GE Dispenser Housing Shield
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Dispenser Housing Shield WR17X11170

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PartSelect Number PS292255
Manufacturer Part Number WR17X11170
Manufactured by GE for General Electric, Hotpoint, Kenmore
Product Description

Dispenser Housing Shield Specifications

This part helps to contain parts for the ice and water dispenser. The overlay and dispenser board is attached on the front of the housing shield.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Not dispensing water | Ice maker won’t dispense ice | Leaking
This part works with the following products:
Refrigerator.
Part# WR17X11170 replaces these:
AP3187506, 945253, WR17X10746, WR17X10815, WR17X11077, WR17X11143, WR17X12152
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Frozen water dispenser line; install water line heater
This should have been easy, but I couldn't get the housing shield off. I removed the 4 screws but it wouldn't come off. It seemed to be stuck in the lower right. (It seems that many people have the same problem.) I decided to destroy the old one and install a new dispenser housing shield, and replace the flapper while I was at it. I finally got the shield off (by taking a pipe wrench to it and breaking it into little pieces) and discovered what the problem was: the light in the lower right had melted the plastic of the dispenser shield, which fused to the plastic of the housing! Bad design, GE! After that, it was no problem. However, I couldn't remember how to replace the microswitch. I should have taken a picture, first. Duh. Lucky for me, Parts Select had a very informative video showing how to replace the microswitch. ! was saved! Thanks, Part Select!
Other Parts Used:
Dispenser Door Assembly or Flapper Dispenser Housing Shield
  • Harvey from ATLANTIS, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Mostly cosmetic, ice funnel broken, not dispensing water
Just look at the parts diagram and follow the explanation. That easy. Still not dispensing water, so i think i need a switch since the water filter is new but no water.
Other Parts Used:
Refrigerator Ice and Water Filter Recess Trim - Black Ice Funnel Dispenser Housing Shield Dispenser Grille Tray
  • George from MIAMI, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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housing shield had broken plastic piece that holds ice funnel in place so the ice funnel was not staying in place when pushed on and not contacting switch correctly
repair would have been relatively easy if i had purchased a new ice funnel #ps758841 along with the dispenser housing shield so it would have been more of a matching set. i reused the old ice funnel and it ended up working but i had to heat it up with a hair dryer to straighten up the "arms" because they had warped over time with use and didn't fit quite right in the new housing, rubbing against it, causing a intermittent "switch" problem.
Other Parts Used:
SCR 6-10 PL FLP 1/2 S Dispenser Housing Shield
  • anthony from SPOONER, WI
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Service Tech Melted the funnel and housing for the ice maker
The trim, funnel and housing were removed. I exchanged the small electrical part to the new housing and reinstalled the housing, funnel and trim. It took longer to get the tool then it took to make the repair.
Other Parts Used:
Funnel Extension - Black Recess Trim - Black Ice Funnel Dispenser Housing Shield Ice Bucket Display Cover
  • Chris from Old Hickory, TN
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Melted Dispenser Housing Shield with hair dryer trying to thaw out frozen water line
Pull plastic trim piece off refridgerator door,unclip printed circuit board and remove wires unscrew dispenser housing,and remove. Transfer Ice funnel to new dispenser housing with old spring. Reinstall dispenser housing and printed circuit board.
Other Parts Used:
Ice Funnel Dispenser Housing Shield Dispenser Grille Tray
  • David from Billings, MT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Ice & water dispenser wouldn't shut off
Took the trim piece off, took 4 screws out & replaced the part. Problem solved!
Other Parts Used:
Ice Funnel - White Micro Switch Dispenser Housing Shield
  • eve from carrollton, GA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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The unit will not dispense water, but does make and dispence ice.
I replaced that part, but I still have the same problem, no water is dispensed. I believe I may need a circuit board. The problem was not the parts I replaced.
Other Parts Used:
Dispenser Housing Shield Torsion-Fit Spring
  • michael from west bend, WI
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Unit was not dispensing water nor ice.
Removed the plastic frame by pushing to the inside (all 4 sides), removed touch pad by sliding it to my right and disconnected the wires. Removed the four screws that hold the dispensing unit and replaced broken parts. Please note that I also replaced the funnel. Total cost of repair for DIY $30.00, savings by avoiding repair man, priceless.
Other Parts Used:
Dispenser Housing Shield Torsion-Fit Spring
  • Javier from Woodstock, GA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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water and ice never flowed from door
Replaced parts by removing four screws.

Old parts were damaged from overheating with a hair dryer because the water line was frozen.
Other Parts Used:
Ice Funnel - White Dispenser Housing Shield
  • DON from PETERSBURG, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Trying to defrost the water line in the refrigerator door I melted (deformed) the plastic parts.
I carefully removed the trim from around the dispenser area then freed the catches in the top of the electronic card. I leaned the card forward and disconnected the electrical connections, then removed the card. I removed the four screws holding the shield to the door and removed the shield. Then I removed the funnel from the shield and removed the spring from the old funnel and placed it on the new one. I removed the light and socket from the old shield and installed the in the new one, then installed the new funnel on the new shield, used the four screws to install the assembly on the door and replaced the trim piece.
Other Parts Used:
Ice Funnel Dispenser Housing Shield
  • STEVEN from CLARKSVILLE, TN
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Ken
February 3, 2018
The water line was freezing up frequently. I purchased the dispenser water tube heater kit. I was able to remove the plastic trim and the electrical board on the freezer door, but the dispenser housing shield would not come off even though i removed all 4 screws. It is loose on the left, but the right side is solid. I am afraid i will break the whole assembly if i force it.
For model number GSH25JSTCSS
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Hello Ken, Thank you for your inquiry. It is supposed to just pull right out after you've removed the 4 screws so there may be a piece broken off or cracked. I would try sliding a plastic card in the right side and pushing in gently while trying to pull it out. Hope this helps!

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Dennis
December 7, 2018
I need an ice bucket part. It is the parts that holds the ice back for a controlled delivery. Mine is broken and when getting ice it comes out and comes out and comes out. You get the idea.Thanks,
For model number GSS201ETNBB
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Hello Dennis, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number: PS2338069. Thank you for your inquiry, good luck with this repair!

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Ramesh
October 11, 2017
Dispenses ice and crushes ice, but does not dispense water. I did change the water filter and it still does not dispense water.
For model number ZISS420DXASS
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Hi Ramesh, Thank you for your question. There are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. First you will need to check the water inlet valve to see if it is allowing water to the water dispenser. The dispenser door solenoid assembly,This part is a possible option when ice door won't open or shut properly or when water is not dispensing.The micro switch, This switch is responsible for sending the signal to dispense water. You can test these parts with an Ohm meter to check for resistance. Hope this helps!

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Robert
May 7, 2018
Water on the floor when I use the water dispenser, how do I change the hose?
For model number GSS25JERFWW
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Hi Robert, Thank you for the question. You can remove the water line from the water valve and then pull the old tube off the back of the refrigerator. Reinstall in reverse order. Hope this helps!

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Steve
January 20, 2018
Hi, i need this part in black. Do you know the part number? Thanks
For model number PSS26MSRBSS
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Hello Steve, Thank you for your inquiry. We show that part# WR49X10228 is black housing shield kit. Hope this helps!

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Bob
December 12, 2018
Believe i melted something trying to thaw the water line with a hair dryer. I removed the four screws holding the dispenser housing shield, but still cannot remove the shield. It reacts like the lower right screw is still in place. Any suggestions? Thanks.
For model number GSH25JSDDSS
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Hi Bob, Thank you for your question. It is supposed to just pull right out after you've removed the 4 screws so there may be a piece broken off or cracked. I would try sliding a plastic card in the right side and pushing in gently while trying to pull it out. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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Martin
October 4, 2019
The water and ice fail to stop when pressed and released, to stop the ice i press the water button and vise versa also if i open the door the water and ice does cease. What parts will i need? Also i cant remove the shield, WR17X11170, even with screws removed, the right side is loose, but the left wont move, pls help
For model number GSH25JSXLSS
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Good Day Martin. Thank you for your question in regards to your unit (Model Number GSH25JSXLSS). Based on our research, once the screws come off then the Dispenser Housing Shield should pull right out. If this is not the case then there may be something that is blocking it from coming out. The following link will bring you to a page with a list of parts that may need to be replaced to fix the issue you are having: https://www.partselect.com/AdvancedModelSymptoms.aspx?ModelNum=GSH25JSXLSS&mfgModelNum=&fkMfgID=2&ModelMasterID=335657&PID=57 Hope this helps. Best Regards.

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Linda
March 25, 2022
Ice gets jammed in door & doesn't dispense. Why?
For model number PSS26SGRBSS
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Hello Linda, Thank you for the question. We suggest checking the Dispenser Door Assembly or Flapper for damage or wear that is preventing it from opening properly to allow the ice to dispense. 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!

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Nana
August 14, 2017
What part number is the flap that you push the glass against to dispense water/ice?
For model number ZISS420DRB
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Hi Nana, Thank you for your inquiry. That would be your Ice Funnel. I have attached a link to the part. Good luck with your repair.

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