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WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement

WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement

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30 - 45 minutes
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Use this guide to replace the dispenser assembly in your Whirlpool WRS315SDHW Refrigerator.

The dispenser assembly controls how your ice and water is dispensed out of your refrigerator. If your refrigerator is not dispensing properly, then the dispenser assembly might be broken.

Note: Some photos show the doors removed for clarity purposes. Removing them is not required and will not change the procedure.

  1. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Safety precautions: étape 1, image 1 de 1
    • Before you begin your repair, perform the following:

    • Turn off your main water supply

    • Unplug your device

  2. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Unfasten the dispenser panels: étape 2, image 1 de 2 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Unfasten the dispenser panels: étape 2, image 2 de 2
    • The dispenser panel screws are located under the dispenser as if you're looking up into the dispenser tube (where the ice cubes and water come out).

    • Use a 1/4 inch socket wrench to remove the two 15.6 mm-long screws securing the two dispenser panels.

  3. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the dispenser panels: étape 3, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the dispenser panels: étape 3, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the dispenser panels: étape 3, image 3 de 3
    • Pull the dispenser panels straight down to separate them from the chassis.

    • Remove the dispenser panels.

  4. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Unfasten the control board: étape 4, image 1 de 1
    • Use a 1/4 inch socket wrench to remove the two 15.6 mm-long screws securing the control board.

  5. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement: étape 5, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement: étape 5, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement: étape 5, image 3 de 3
    • Tilt the bottom of the control board away from the chassis to release its clips.

    • Pull straight down to separate the control board enough to access its connectors.

  6. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the control board: étape 6, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the control board: étape 6, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the control board: étape 6, image 3 de 3
    • Disconnect the large connector attached to the right edge of the control board.

  7. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement: étape 7, image 1 de 2 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement: étape 7, image 2 de 2
    • Disconnect the small connector attached to the left edge of the control board.

  8. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the control board: étape 8, image 1 de 1
    • Remove the control board.

  9. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the plastic clip: étape 9, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the plastic clip: étape 9, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the plastic clip: étape 9, image 3 de 3
    • Use a flathead screwdriver, or a similar tool, to pry up the plastic clip securing the water hose.

    • Remove the plastic clip.

  10. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the water hose: étape 10, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the water hose: étape 10, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the water hose: étape 10, image 3 de 3
    • Use a flathead screwdriver, or a similar tool, to pry up the water hose enough to grip it with your fingers.

    • Pull the water hose straight up to disconnect it.

  11. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Reposition the cables: étape 11, image 1 de 2 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Reposition the cables: étape 11, image 2 de 2
    • Reposition the cables so they lay in front of the top plastic clip.

  12. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Unclip the dispenser assembly: étape 12, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Unclip the dispenser assembly: étape 12, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Unclip the dispenser assembly: étape 12, image 3 de 3
    • There are two plastic clips that secure the dispenser assembly in the chassis.

    • Use a flathead screwdriver, or a similar tool, to press the plastic clip toward the dispenser assembly.

    • Repeat for the other plastic clip to completely separate the dispenser assembly from the chassis.

  13. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Reposition the dispenser assembly: étape 13, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Reposition the dispenser assembly: étape 13, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Reposition the dispenser assembly: étape 13, image 3 de 3
    • Pull the dispenser assembly away from the chassis enough to access its connectors.

  14. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the dispenser assembly: étape 14, image 1 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the dispenser assembly: étape 14, image 2 de 3 WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the dispenser assembly: étape 14, image 3 de 3
    • While performing this step, support the dispenser assembly so it doesn't fall.

    • Disconnect the connector attached to the dispenser assembly.

  15. WRS315SDHW Dispenser Assembly Replacement, Remove the dispenser assembly: étape 15, image 1 de 1
    • Remove the dispenser assembly.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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