GE Refrigerator Water Dispenser Slow or No Flow

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8 жыл бұрын

GE Refrigerator Water Dispenser Slow or No Flow
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This video addresses slow or no flow on the GE refrigerator water dispenser caused by a not-fully-actuating water manifold plunger. This was for the refrigerator model GSS23WGTA BB but its most likely applicable for many models. The replacement part is: WR17X20860 - MWF Manifold Tubes and Assembly.
In the video I mention "rigging it" with a washer... Its been so long and I believe I found the one that I originally custom made to fit... if this is it, it measures 29.35mm OD (about 13/16"in) and 14.1mm ID (~9/16in).Other people have been using a rubber garden hose washer. Hope that helps!
FYI Comment from R. Bremner: By the way, GE seems to have released an updated filter head to address this issue. For my fridge it is part #: WR17X20860. Also, be aware that the existing MWF filter may not fit, I was told the replacement is MWFP?

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@mflantin 2 жыл бұрын

Six year old video and still serving its purpose! Fixed my problem after scratching my head for several hours trying to figure it out. A simple hose gasket was all I needed. Thanks!

@sshawn09 2 жыл бұрын

I love hearing that! Congratulations!

@davidstewart1470 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for giving me the visual to make me try the gasket.

@beepbop6697 5 күн бұрын

Genius idea with the garden hose gasket/washer. Perfect size and water is properly flowing again. Appreciate it 💯

@seawasangrythatday 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, took me about 6 other videos to get here but this is the only one that actually had the solution. Just ridiculous that it doesn't come with a simple washer. Thank you for this video (saved me from listening to complaints from my wife. 2 birds with 1 stone)!

@sshawn09 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the great comments I really appreciate it, out of curiosity what search terms are you using to find the solution? Maybe I could add that to the tags

@seawasangrythatday 4 жыл бұрын

@@sshawn09 My search was: Whirlpool refrigerator water coming out slowly from dispenser

@andrecunhab 4 жыл бұрын

@@sshawn09 Here are the terms I used to get to your video: "replaced the water filter GE cafe and water wont come out" Thank you! Will buy the washer suggest David and give it a try.

@syfodias-jedimaster Жыл бұрын

Did you end up using the washer method? Did that fix your problem?

@seawasangrythatday Жыл бұрын

@@syfodias-jedimaster Yes and yes

@BruceThomaslivada 8 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU VERY MUCH. We have suffered from this problem of NO WATER coming out of the dispenser EVERY time we have changed the filter. We have spent money ordering new filters and waiting forever for them in vain. This video finally showed us the secret. When we simply pushed that small valve with a pencil, water flow gushed out, we reattached the filter, and BAM, all was well with the world. The GE customer service was a sad joke. They had no clue about this and gave ZERO practical advice after waiting over 30 minutes on hold. Thank you again for taking the time to post this. It was a HUGE help for our GE Refrigerator Water Dispenser problem. Really great job.

@sshawn09 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that! Comments like that keep me motivated for the next how-to!

@mckohtz 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this comment!I was thinking watching the video "I wonder if I could just try to clean the valve to get it to work?" I'm going to try your trick of pushing in the small valve to see if it works on my GE refrigerator!

@lisamclaughlin4787 5 жыл бұрын

This is brilliant! Thank you so much for not only solving this issue, but making a comprehensive and well filmed video that people have been relying on for years!

@dball13101700 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome Post! Especially being able to hear yours before fixing which was the exact same as mine. Works perfectly now.

@esiceloff 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for taking the time to post this video! I've been dealing with low dispensing for months - I replaced the water inlet value changed filters- finally you gave me a fix for it that worked! As others did I used a hose washer.

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@miguelcoka 4 жыл бұрын

Can’t thank u enough! I was able to repair my ge fridge. Your instructions were perfect. I followed them step by step. I did call GE to order the part. Super easy to replace! Many thx

@nabeela5877 4 жыл бұрын

After months of frustration - this was exactly what did the trick. Thank you so much for your detailed instructions!

@kvrchrs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a detailed and well explained solution. It was great to see the same symptoms as my dispenser in this video. Did the hack in a minute with a couple o-rings. Awesome work.

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@kenspencer597 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning video! Really well photographed, and REALLY carefully explained (unlike some "how to" videos out there! ) Thanks for all of this - It was a great help!

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Comment like this keep me going!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@chrisx558 7 жыл бұрын

Great trick Shawn. I proceeded by ruling out possible problems and finally cut out my own plastic washer. It worked right away. Thanks for your video!

@nickandlylie 4 жыл бұрын

We had exactly the same problem and after watching your video we tried a standard garden hose rubber washer. It was a perfect fit. So we tested it, no leakage and water is now flowing again. Thanks so much for your excellent instructions.

@sshawn09 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! If you want to help the cause please subscribe. Thanks

@candasaunders 6 жыл бұрын

You are BRILLIANT!!! You just saved me hundreds of dollars! I cut a plastic ring from a milk gallon lid because I couldn't find anything else right this second and it worked!!! Thank you SO MUCH!!!

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

:) awesome!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@archiguitarchi 5 жыл бұрын

You are also brilliant. I made a washer out of milk jug plastic too and it works perfectly. Thank you sir!

@davidpickholtz9256 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! An M14 washer for a car oil drain plug fits perfectly without cutting, and is available in plastic. (Inexpensive, and available at any auto parts store)

@sshawn09 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great comment, please subscribe if you get a chance

@johnbeckham51 4 жыл бұрын

@@sshawn09 nope tried this just today I think I'm going have to sand it down to half its thickness

@ljslw 4 жыл бұрын

John Beckham how did your repair go?

@johnbeckham51 4 жыл бұрын

@@ljslw starting it now,I'll let you know when I'm finished. The washer trick didn't work.

@johnbeckham51 4 жыл бұрын

@@ljslw done. Took about 10 min of actual work. i'd say its simple if you have the tools. Don't forget to turn the water off and clean the cooling fins on the compressor.

@noahschulte5134 4 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful for explaining the issue and walking through how to replace the MWF Manifold Tubes and Assembly. It fixed the issue on my fridge

@weaverkate2500 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad this video is still here ! The washer hack was exactly what we needed, thanks so much for explaining everything so clearly.

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment and glad to help!

@joegreak4569 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome explanation. I like your comments about 'Be sure to check.....' and 'Be aware'. You are an awesome teacher! Thanks!

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Means a lot for future vids!

@gotsports 4 жыл бұрын

This video gave me a great insight to solve my problem. Had my fridge since 2013 and it never had great pressure. After switching out my water filter, I made sure the filter was pushed in all the way and firmly get it in there. After doing that, my water is coming out strong!! Thank you for this video!!

@macherbie 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! I thought it was a clogged iine- now I now about the valve! Thanks again!

@michaelgustow8973 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Shawn!😊 Your instructions were spot on Dude and you saved me a bunch! Easy to follow fix and didn't cost much at all for replacement parts on Amazon. Now have happy wife, happy life and plenty of filtered aqua! Much appreciate the effort you put into this. Thank you for your kindness and help.❤️😘❤️

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

ROFL, thats one of the best comments!!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@RAIDERFOST 5 жыл бұрын

You sir are a genius! 50 cents fixed my issue! Thank you

@jkfuel 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Another easy fix- when you pull the refrigerator out, make sure that the input water line is not kinked.

@chuckberry3756 3 жыл бұрын

This video saved me at least $200 and quickly learn what the problem was with my water dispenser. Your video came up as the second hit in a google search and I needed the exact same part. I ordered the part from Amazon and received it within 2 days and had it installed in less than an hour. Thank you!

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

Wooowho! Thanks for the great comment!

@nicholasfalco5712 3 жыл бұрын

This was great. I used an outdoor hose washer and it worked like a charm. I will fix it right when the parts come in but it is great to have my water dispenser and ice machine back. Thank you!!

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

Wooowho!! Congratulations and you're welcome

@hectorroldan5246 8 жыл бұрын

i was looking for help for the longest and none of the videos pretend to me, different situations until i saw your video.Same refrigerator and same problems...Thx u

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@desireeweathers1753 7 жыл бұрын

you sir are a gentlemen and a scholar. thank you for the video I just fixed my fridge for 27 bucks in parts cost. I really appreciate it

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Comments like this motivate me to do more... thank you very much!

@jad1175 6 жыл бұрын

Desiree Weathers i

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@aaronmoss2621 4 жыл бұрын

Got my replacement part and it works like a charm. Thank you so much for this video!

@paulinev.pompei2907 7 жыл бұрын

My husband used the garden hose washer as you mentioned and it worked. Thank you much!

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@jeffconforte8548 4 жыл бұрын

thank you, thank you. It worked with a hose washer. Great solution and certainly saved me a lot of time and money.

@xueehuang7242 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I have a Maytag french door refrigerator and fixed the problem under one minute. water pumping slow for months. I called GE but repair guy said its my water filter problem. I had ordered new filter but not working.(out of warranty after repair) your video is the best gift for me this year. Thank you again.

@shawnschembri29 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the positive feedback!

@444v2.0 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. My fridge is 20 years old, and we have been dealing with this problem most of that time. This should take care of it.

@andiland2751 7 жыл бұрын

This is a great video. I tried the first trick to clear the water line and it worked !! Turns out it was indeed frozen. Used my hair dryer to thaw it, and presto. Water restored through the door. I feel such a great sense of accomplishment. Thanks for the concise video. You rock !

@famoushollywood 2 ай бұрын

What was this trick and how do you test it?

@TefCom12 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic idea. After a few filter changes the ramps (on the filter) that push that little valve up, round off the point on the valve. We have had nothing but problems with our GE since we bought it. I have actually done the correct "fix" once. This time I was not going to spend a dime on this junk. The lid from a cool whip container seems to be a good thickness. I took a 1/2" hollow punch and made a nice hole in the middle of the lid. Then with a pair of scissors, I cut around the hole leaving just enough material to cover the tabs(ramps) that open that little valve. Perfect fix. 10 minutes time, and didn't spend a dime!

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

That's a really good idea and easy to cut, thanks for the details for everyone!

@theks 3 жыл бұрын

2 yr old GE, motor stopped working, water dispenser not working, motherboard blew. SICKENING that i paid $2000 for it and only got 2 yrs. Home Depot service is CRAP

@frostymmb 3 жыл бұрын

Just fixed our GE by cutting up a plastic lid to make a thin washer as you suggested. Thanks!

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

@@frostymmb great stuff!

@lhmccracken 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I had seen this cool whip top fridge before my daughter called repair man- I bought 1/2# metal washer but didn’t realize needed an opening on front of washer itself to accommodate locking grid that sticks out! Couldn’t find a plastic washer that I could cut opening so now repairman coming tda! 🙄

@andrewgordon8522 3 жыл бұрын

Grateful for the video. My issue was resolved (very slow water flow after replacing GE MWF filter with an MR8. Your discussion of the bladder trigger (3:37) prompted me to look closely at the trigger. Using a small dental pick with a brush end and poking around the trigger, I loosened a granule of sediment, causing the trigger to drop down to its full depth. After reinstalling the new filter, all worked just as it should.

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

That's great! Don't think any of the many comments discussed playing as round with that. Thanks for the report of the solution!

@nancyjohnson4133 7 жыл бұрын

This was FANTASTIC!! The 'half way' worked just fine! 10 mins--watching/studying your instructions and less than 3 min.. to do the fix! I am thrilled to say I fixed it!!!!!!! I can't stop smiling, knowing I won't be paying a service call for I'm sure $200. You were so good with your explanations.. Thank you! :)

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

So glad to help! Congrats!

@pataki650 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I just completed this repair in an hour (taking my time). Our refrigerator is an older side-by-side, but using the same MWF Assembly. Very much appreciate the post.

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

Glad I can help!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@visugeek 7 жыл бұрын

A very helpful video, thanks for posting! -Chris

@eagle18hls 8 жыл бұрын

THANKS brother. Save me much time in fussing over how it works.

@sueg.7038 Жыл бұрын

Yes- I 2nd Mike L's comment. A six year old video STILL serving it's purpose! You just saved us $$$ for a repair person as we had given up since other suggestions didn't help. You even gave us the confidence to try the full repair when we have time. THANK YOU for sharing!

@sshawn09 Жыл бұрын

Great feedback! Thank you much!

@garygarner9123 5 жыл бұрын

We just fixed our water dispenser using your video. Perfect instructions, went smooth as butter. Thanks so much!

@hickdawg21 5 жыл бұрын

Same here! Used a hard rubber garden hose washer as mentioned by another user below. 30 second/10 cent fix. Thanks!

@magic0823 8 жыл бұрын

I watched the hack part of your video, then I took a rubber garden hose washer and made the quick, free repair. One minute repair. Thanks!

@nancyjohnson4133 7 жыл бұрын

That's perfect too!

@jerryzender3473 7 жыл бұрын

Mike Fuller I did the same thing , awesome , rubber garden hose !

@jerryzender3473 7 жыл бұрын

I meant rubber garden hose washer !

@jessiethomson5774 7 жыл бұрын

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@jddiaz5337 6 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for the info.

@dixeybehnken8496 8 жыл бұрын

THANKS BIG TIME, I just wiggled the little valve, and I didn't even need to make the washer. It works great now and has been slow for months!

@toothbras 4 жыл бұрын

The M14 gasket works great, took one minute to fix, thanks so much for making this video!!!

@peteflores453 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, I replaced the valve and it is just like new. I did this a while back, now I working on my ice maker ( not making ice). You guys save me a lot of money, also replaced my broken auger for about $10 .

@MPowerSubie12 3 жыл бұрын

Fix the ice maker now?

@sethkappes 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! It fixed my fridge - my valve was just stuck.

@ruthanntyson5263 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! We did it the "Hack Way" and it solved our issue! My husband made the washer ring out of a plastic bottle cap...thinking a metal ring could rust. Anyway, you saved us $$$$$ for sure!!!

@sshawn09 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Enjoy!

@ryanporter3950 3 жыл бұрын

After spending the last two hours trying to figure this issue out, I found this video. I used a rubber o-ring from a garden hose and it worked like a charm. Thank you for the help.

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Glad I can help!

@jtsullivan2 2 жыл бұрын

Just completed this project! This video was a great help as a problem solver as well as a guide to the replacement! EXCELLENT!!!

@sshawn09 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the positive feedback! Glad it all worked out!

@shazboticon 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for posting this. Helped me solve the exact same problem on my GE refrigerator.

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@qball78664 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Seeing how the mechanics work helped me resolve my issue. Turned out to be the filter not being seated enough. I even bought a second filter and got a slow dribble of water. The bypass plug would result in full flow so I did not figure that it was the actual valve. I think that the valve may go sometime in the near future because it is so hard to fully seat the filter. Again, thanks for showing how this functioned.

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

No problem, glad to help!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@SomeOne-cu1sg 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe how easy this was to fix. The hardest part was cutting the "washer". Thank you so much!!!

@sshawn09 2 жыл бұрын

Comments like that are awesome! I'm glad I can help you, enjoy

@karenschweitzer891 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your video was so helpful. Since our GE refrigerator is almost 18 years old, we didn’t want to put any more money into it. Your “rigging” solution with a stainless washer worked perfect! My husband had to ream the washer he had out a little bit to fit properly, but it works great!

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear that, enjoy!

@denseleit 7 жыл бұрын

I just changed our water filter on our maytag fridge and it was suddenly slow like yours.... After not being able to figure out was going on, I figured it was something to do with the things poking down where the water comes out... After watching your video I went to the garage to grab a washer(hard polyurethane) and sure enough it works perfect now lol. Thanks

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@carlchilders2154 5 жыл бұрын

Same for my maytag. Water spewing from one nub but not the other. The washer trick worked anyway. Full pressure for the dispenser now. Probably have to replace the filter head eventually. Thanks!

@RK-xz4oy 8 жыл бұрын

Wonderful Help. Service man had me waste a new $45 filter to 'test' that it was not the filter's problem. Never said anything about that 'cap' that we could have used. After over an hour and me having to remove all my freezer contents into purchased styrofoam coolers!!, he wanted >$400 to replace the filter head assembly. I'm going to be looking for a metal washer that is safe for drinking water and fix this myself. Thanks!!

@133wandering 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing me the hack! I used a plastic washer and I’m back operational and momma is happy

@craiglawrance5342 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. used a 3/4" rubber washer previously used for a washing m/c outlet hose.

@jamesmorgan1113 8 жыл бұрын

You are awesome! I HATE my GE refrigerator, especially the water dispenser because it gives us so many problems, but I am determined to use it until it dies. Now at least I can drink water from it again! Thank you!!

@stephaniemitchell3741 7 жыл бұрын

You rock!!!!...had been living with the issue for months...used your hack...you're my hero!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, Please subscribe to my channel, behind the scenes it helps me with a little kickback for these DIY vids. Thanks!

@beEpic6969 7 жыл бұрын

It was so helpful. Thank you so much. I hope it will fix my problem.

@tuby.nguyen Жыл бұрын

Very clever hack by installing the washer! I was able to eliminate the loud rattling / slow water dispensing problem with your advice. Much appreciated!

@sshawn09 Жыл бұрын

Awesome and great to hear! Enjoy!

@davidpayne3858 7 жыл бұрын

ty it was driving me crazy,replaced manifold all is good.

@davereppard2772 7 жыл бұрын

This was the best DIY video I've ever seen. sshawn09 not only offers both temporary and permanent repair options, his clearly explains how to do each. Thanks for your help. (PS...I previously tried to get help via an 1-800 call to GE service but their rep was not only unhelpful, but also very unprofessional and outright rude.) BTW, this appears to be a highly common problem, so you'd think GE would have offered a recall or at least redesigned an obviously faulty system.

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@Vfh........y 6 жыл бұрын

Reppard Dave ......no way dave.......they built it to break......

@natepeterson7145 6 жыл бұрын

Welcome to today's appliances!!

@BobbyDotNet 6 жыл бұрын

Yup, the asshats making these could easily offer filters with slightly higher bumps that press on those points, or a plastic washer. Instead you are supposed to tear your fridge apart and install an $80 hose & filter adapter.

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

I think eventially the plastic "point" that actuates the valve gets squished... so someday it just will fail. It needs to be metal.

@jam221047 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. It is very helpful to know how to replace the water valve in a very simple way. Tanks again

@davidnett669 3 жыл бұрын

Dude!! You were spot on!!! I used the rubber garden hose washer that Mike Fuller recommended on this thread. Thanks so much!!

@geofft.1959 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video.... I just changed mine out and this video made it super easy, barely an inconvenience..

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

I love it, thanks!

@Sycoholic 8 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! Thank you for this video. All the others are about frozen water lines. That wasn't my problem. I used the cap off a soda bottle and whittled it down with a dremel. I found the washer I had was too thick to screw the filter back up so this was perfect. I'm renting and the landlord was reluctant to fix this but here I did it with 5 minutes of my own time, the ghetto way. Again, thank you for a very good video.

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@kensalonen5942 Жыл бұрын

All these posts reflect what I went through. A lot of videos and time. I finally found yours. The quick fix hack was just what I needed. I went out to the garage to find a washer. Immediately saw a garden hose washer and voila, the quick solution. Works so well I don’t think I’ll bother with the replacement part. Thanks for posting this. I wish I had found it sooner.👍👌🤙.

@sshawn09 Жыл бұрын

I love this comment thanks for sharing. Tell me what you searched for and I'll gladly add some tags.

@digdugglertwo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’ve been living with this for many months and could never stumble upon the right trick. This did it!

@sshawn09 2 жыл бұрын

Wooowho!! Glad to hear I can help!

@akquicksilver 7 жыл бұрын

Good job on the video my friend. Saved me some time indeed. My water valve manifold was very full of rusty deposit and the little plunger you pointed out was pressed in and stuck there. That position should allow water to flow, but I think the whole thing is full of rust. I'm soaking it in white vinegar over night to see if it cleans up. If it does I will probably re-install an order another one. Thanks again for boldly going where I have never gone before.

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

No problem, glad you enjoyed!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@ezridr1234 3 жыл бұрын

Updated reply 4 years later. Thanks for the vid dawg! Had same problem following filter replacement, I simply shut the water off, released the pressure with my thumb and also from the door side while all pressure removed and installed the new filter again. Triggered the valve a few times without pressure and mines working good again without a washer. One thing to note, it appeared the new filter wasn't locking fully into place due to the new materials against the O-rings and I got a pop after using a small towel and turned it more. Why did I do this? I compared the locked position of the filter to the old one and noticed the new unit wasn't turning the same distance when locking into place even though it appeared to be fully locking. Removing that cover helps a lot! Thanks again! Hope these notes helps others.

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

Great comment, thanks for sharing. I heard the new filters are a lil different.

@davebenedict7986 5 жыл бұрын

God bless you sir! This was the same issue my Kenmore 111.73045 was experiencing. So I followed your "hack" or cheap method for making a washer/shim and voila! No more pipe chattering!

@darrendurbin7712 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this! The review comment about cutting a washer from a plastic food container worked for me. I cut 3 washers from a ricotta cheese lid (i made lasagna tonight) and voila!!! Worked like a charm. Love the video!

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

I love hearing this every time, thanks for commenting! Subscribe if you wish, glad to hear I helped you out!

@ricknees3853 7 жыл бұрын

great video. just the video I needed.

@roycef.robinson1629 8 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@davidoslager1613 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video! Thank you. We have a GE fridge--slightly different model, but same exact problem. This gave me everything i needed to know to fix it. Thank you! Great Video.

@sshawn09 4 жыл бұрын

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@anurag87700 5 жыл бұрын

we just moved into a new home. The water was always too slow, so slow that we switched to Brita, until I found this video. Thank you.. water flows like it shohld.

@PiyushDagar 8 жыл бұрын

thank you so much. just fixed mine.

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@gmwhitehouse 8 жыл бұрын

GE should be fixing this issue. I was about to call it in for a second time in 5 years. It is obviously a design flaw. sshawn09 thank you so much.

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@bakerton12 7 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful for giving me an outline of the problem. I was lucky, in that just re-screwing the place holder filter in and out a few times seemed to do the trick. Thank you for such an informative video!

@sshawn09 7 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@SecretSquirrel6565 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this because it helped me immensely. I used a thin rubber washer/gasket for a hose connector I had on hand & it worked. A thicker one did not. I plan to buy a few more gaskets for future use.

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help, happier that it worked!

@williamensminger9892 5 жыл бұрын

After I reveiwed the above information, I found the problem. YEAH! The filter will screw on at 180*, the correct positioning so the trigger aligns properly is Only with the Label faceing you. It will only work one way to press the trigger fully. Just reverse the filter if this happens to you!

@monicap.g.3971 Жыл бұрын

Your video was very helpful helping us troubleshoot our issue. Following your instructions we switched out the filter valve assembly in less than an hour. Took extra time only due to cleaning all the dust bunnies we found and sweeping/mopping while the fridge was pulled out. Thanks again for your clear and detailed video.

@sshawn09 Жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff! Thanks for the feedback.

@shamanrusty 3 жыл бұрын

Very accurate video. I replaced the dispenser on our GE Refrigerator today. Your directions were spot on.

@sshawn09 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback!

@robertviola8145 Жыл бұрын

You are a genius I could not figure out what was going on until I saw this amazing video, I did not have a metal washer but I used a garden hose rubber washer just to see if this was my issue and it worked!!!! I cant thank you enough 7 years later and you are still saving people $$$$$

@sshawn09 Жыл бұрын

I love comments like this! My pleasure!

@georgeg964 5 жыл бұрын

This video was FANTASTIC!!! At least for me! I had the same exact problem, noise, etc. I tried the washer trick first but it didn't help me personally. At least, based on the video, I knew what part I had to replace. I ordered it via Amazon Prime and it fixed my problem! Fortunately for me, my version of this fridge is newer and was much easier to replace the part. Thank you sshawn09!!!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@AllPraisebetoAllah60 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, my refrigerator wasn’t dispensing no water for about 4 years. I was buying water. I was even thinking of buying a new refrigerator but I don’t have money, until I came across your video. Thank you very much!!!

@sshawn09 4 жыл бұрын

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@jackhicks2155 7 жыл бұрын

Another save here in Texas. Thanks! I lucked out and had found a coiled piece of metal and could cut off a single loop and it fit perfectly. I guess I'll be ordering a new manifold soon or will steal one from my spare fridge in the garage that has no water connection.

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@MiguelQuito 7 жыл бұрын

thank you very much just replaced mine in my fridge and is working great..

@brianhack7437 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!!! You did a great job with your explanation and the possibility of two fixes. Really... so appreciative of your time!!!!! You are one of the good ones, young man. I hope you get help by others too.

@sshawn09 Жыл бұрын

That's a great comment and you've lifted me up from a not so great day today, thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts, and the compliments as well!

@davidhempy8844 5 жыл бұрын

THANKS!!! GE doesn't say anything about this in their troubleshooting guides (the easy-to-find ones, anyway), and most of the DIY sites just parrot GE. After I finally reduced the problem to indicate the filter mount, I was able to search for the solution, and found your video first. Thanks, sshaw09!!!

@matthewhudon9153 5 жыл бұрын

I have been having this problem off and on for years! Thank you for posting this!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help! If you can, subscribe to my channel, with enough subscribers I can get a small kickback! Thanks in advance!

@brandonzoss7733 6 жыл бұрын

This video really saved the day! I thought I would share my success, as it was a little easier than fashioning a special washer... As it turns out, a water hose gasket is the PERFECT size for this. It was really quick and easy to just pop in - and, luckily I had one laying around.

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

Nice! Glad to hear it!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@usa1mac 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, wish I found this video earlier in my troubleshooting. Thank you for posting this!

@azucarestaurant 5 жыл бұрын

The best explanation of what to do in case water no flow after change the filter. I fixed it with your instruction. Thank you very much.

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@jakebrack4654 7 жыл бұрын

After spending hours trouble shooting the problem; I came across your video and the comment about a garden hose washer and voila! Thank you so much!!!

@shawnschembri29 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@sshawn09 5 жыл бұрын

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@greasebawl 5 жыл бұрын

You absolutely ROCK!!!! I have been without fridge water for almost a year.... Thank you and I DID subscribe.....!!!!!

@mikethepickypicker8011 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Thank you so much!!! I used a thin plastic washer. It was a little too thick to use with the filter but it worked just fine with the bypass valve... This is the second time we have had this issue. The first time, I replaced the valve assembly. My wife was ready to buy a new fridge. You saved me a ton of money!

@sshawn09 Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!!

@marshalnink2236 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You showed me exactly what to fix and saved me a lot of trouble! You rock!!

@jafo9346 4 жыл бұрын

Well done, my friend! You have my gratitude for providing a solution to what I thought was insoluble. Great, comprehensive video.

@sshawn09 4 жыл бұрын

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@jafo9346 4 жыл бұрын

@@sshawn09 Already done!

@limeyosu2000 5 жыл бұрын

thanks for the vid mine has done this since brand new! I thought it was a bad line or filter now I know where the issue is!

@jaredblair3047 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this, it really helped me with my GE fridge. I recently had changed the filter. I took it out and put it back in and problem solved, my issue was same as yours.

@sshawn09 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!