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Water is leaking or
dripping from the
dispenser
NOTE: After dispensing, a few additional drops of water are normal.
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Glass was not held under the dispenser long enough - Hold the glass under the dispenser for
2 to 3 seconds after releasing the dispenser pad/lever.
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New installation, or water filter was recently installed or replaced - Air in the water lines causes the
water dispenser to drip. Flush the water system to remove the air in the water lines. See “Water and Ice
Dispensers.”
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Residual ice in the dispenser chute is melting - Make sure the ice chute is free of ice shavings or
pieces.
Water is leaking
from the back of the
refrigerator
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Water line connections are not fully tightened - Make sure all connections are firmly tightened. See
“Connect Water Supply.”
Water from the
dispenser is
not cool enough
NOTE: On some models, water from the dispenser is chilled to 50°F (10°C).
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New installation - Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool completely.
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Recently dispensed a large amount of water - Allow 24 hours for the new water supply to cool
completely.
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Water has not been recently dispensed - The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first
glass of water dispensed.
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Refrigerator is not connected to a cold water pipe - Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold
water pipe. See “Water Supply Requirements.”
ICE AND WATER
(on some models)
Possible Causes and/or Recommended Solutions