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Frigidaire Refrigerator water not working

Common reasons your Frigidaire Refrigerator water not working

The most common reasons water is not working in your Frigidaire refrigerator are a malfunctioning dispenser, faulty water valve or damaged dispenser water tubing.

  • 13%

    13% of the time it's the
    Dispenser

  • 12%

    12% of the time it's the
    Water Valve

  • 9%

    9% of the time it's the
    Dispenser Water Tubing

  • 66%

    66% of the time it's the
    Something else

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    Most common repairs needed to fix a Frigidaire refrigerator

    Dispenser Replacement

    When your Frigidaire refrigerator dispenser water is not working, a defective dispenser may be causing the problem. When you press a glass or container against the dispenser lever to get water, a switch behind the lever should activate a relay that will send electrical current to the water valve so water flows through the dispenser tubing and out of the water dispenser. When the dispenser is malfunctioning, have a service technician visit your home and fix the failure.


    Water Valve Replacement

    When activated by the dispenser, the solenoid coil on the water valve lifts the plunger inside the valve to allow water to flow through the water tubing and out of the dispenser. If the valve solenoid coil is bad or the plunger is stuck in the shut position, water won’t flow through the valve. When water is not working in the dispenser of your Frigidaire refrigerator when you press the activation lever with a glass or container, have a service technician visit your home and fix the problem.

    Dispenser Water Tubing Replacement

    Dispenser water tubing can get clogged or pinched, preventing water flow to the dispenser when you have Frigidaire refrigerator dispenser with water not working. A break in the water line will cause water to leak inside the refrigerator and often onto the floor beneath your fridge. When water is not working in the dispenser of your Frigidaire fridge, schedule refrigerator service to have a technician examine the dispenser water tubing and replace any damaged, pinched or cracked water lines.

    What to expect when you experience a Frigidaire refrigerator with water not working

    How is the Frigidaire refrigerator dispenser water not working problem fixed?

    Correcting most Frigidaire refrigerator water dispenser problems usually involves replacing the dispenser assembly, water valve or dispenser water tubing. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

    Sears Home Services recommendations for a Frigidaire refrigerator with water not coming out

    When your Frigidaire refrigerator water dispenser is not working, it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of refrigerator failures.

    What to look out for with a Frigidaire refrigerator water not working problem

    Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your refrigerator problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

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