Thanks for this video. I was able to get it all apart and then realized that the solenoid had failed rather spectacularly, with the piston driving itself into the plastic at the top of the area. I figured this out because there was no visible area to hook the new door into... I've ordered the replacement solenoid and will replace it, and then the ice chute door. thanks again.
I have a Kenmore with a similar ice maker, but the bezel/controls are flush mounted instead of surface mounted like this video. After removing the drip tray and chute, how do I remove the control panel?
Also, do you have a video on how to replace the chute on model LFX28968ST /04? The model you are showing is different in the front design. I do not know if it can be removed the same way.
Yep, that was exactly what was wrong with mine, broken plastic standoff. They didn't have the longer screw at my local hardware store so I ordered a $15 box of miscellaneous screws and one size was perfect. Thanks for the video!
I have an LG that is a little different. I didn’t have the holes on the bottom of the panel to pry it off. I had to use a small screwdriver to pry it off. I also had to really work to get the ice shoot off. I broke 3 of the 4 tabs. Other than that this video helped a lot. Gave me confidence to do the project. It took about 5 minutes with getting tools and cleaning up. Thank yo!
Thanks so much for your step by step instructions. As the commercial says, "So easy a caveman can do it!" My wife really appreciates your help because she needs her ice dispenser! You saved us a lot of money. God bless you, Man!
Hello Our model is a LG-L197DNL and the ice flap is not sealing anymore. It has a different looking dispenser than yours can you tell me how to get it off, plezse
We offer free technical advice and diagnosis on things that aren't covered in our videos, so we'll be glad to advise you on that. We’re available 7 days a week at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/
Great video I have different problem LG LRSC26923TT and water dispenser pipe from bottom left door got broken and I am not able to figure out how to change it as I don’t know how to remove front panel display of dispenser. Please help me
We offer free technical advice and diagnosis on things that aren't covered in our videos, so we'll be glad to advise you on that. We’re available 7 days a week at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/
No visible slots for screwdriver to enter. What do I do if it's not obvious where to put screwdriver ? I'm concerned about possibly breaking the display cover. Model #LRSC26980TT.
Use a flashlight to go around the dispenser front to check for screwdriver slots. If you don't see any, try removing the drip tray and see if there are screws underneath it that need to be removed to get it off.
I have a LFX28968ST/04 model. My chute is not working. I contacted your site and it is not showing. I asked on chat and they said it is discontinued and cannot be ordered. Is that correct? Do the different models have different chutes? Your site has it showing on the diagram but not showing as orderable. Do I now need to buy a new fridge. If I do this stinks. I only bought it a few years ago. BTW. The issue is that it opens but will not close. I emptied all the ice but it happens each time I try to use it. Very little ice ice comes out. Since it does not close ice fills the hole and it gets slid and drips all over.
Unfortunately, that is correct. The chute for your model has been discontinued by the manufacturer. We source our parts from the original manufacturer, so we have no remaining stock. If you try to use a part that isn't compatible with your appliance, it may not work or even fit. searching using the model number and/or the part number, it may be possible to find this part used through a local salvage company or a used appliance parts retailer online. I apologize that we couldn't be more help, but we don't want to advise our customers to buy parts that won't fix their appliances.
I'm trying to remove the display cover for LG LRSC26940TT. It has a slot only on the right side for a scredriver. It looks like I'm just supposed to insert screwdriver and lift, but it isn't coming free. I'm afraid to do it any harder in case it snaps, there is no replacement available for that part. Any idea how hard I should be lifting? And if something else is involved?
Make sure you've removed the drip tray and have taken the funnel out first. Double check that there aren't multiple screwdriver slots somewhere around the display frame. Also remove the drip tray and see if there are screws underneath it that need to be removed to get it off. Afterwards, you should be able to use the screwdriver to lift up and out, as you said.
So, our ice chute door just remains open (it doesn't close any more). We could push it shut with a great deal of effort, I guess, but I'm not sure it would stay. Just wondering if anyone knows if the part we need to replace is actually the chute door or a spring or a motor or something else. Thanks!
Without a model number it would be hard to say. You can look here on our website to help you find the model number: www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx Then you can give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We offer free technical advice and diagnosis and we’re here to help 7 days a week.
Our refrigerator is LFX28968ST/04. I see people refer to a solenoid a lot in reference to a similar problem to what we're having, but I don't see a solenoid as a replacement part. Is there something else that it would be called for this refrigerator model?
So, it turned out, when we took the panel off, that the bottom screw holder that the dispenser lever retainer (part 275F) screwed into was completely broken off and the top one had a big crack in it. The only thing that we can figure is that they did something wrong in manufacturing that finally showed up. There was no reason for it to break off - no rough handling or forcing, and we've never gotten in there before. So, we glued everything back together, rebuilding the screw holder with JB Weld, and it works as good as new!
Thanks for this video. I was able to get it all apart and then realized that the solenoid had failed rather spectacularly, with the piston driving itself into the plastic at the top of the area. I figured this out because there was no visible area to hook the new door into... I've ordered the replacement solenoid and will replace it, and then the ice chute door. thanks again.
Glad we could help!
I have a Kenmore with a similar ice maker, but the bezel/controls are flush mounted instead of surface mounted like this video. After removing the drip tray and chute, how do I remove the control panel?
Thank you so much!! You saved me $$ and I gained knowledge which is priceless!! God bless you 😊
You're welcome!
Also, do you have a video on how to replace the chute on model LFX28968ST /04? The model you are showing is different in the front design. I do not know if it can be removed the same way.
We don't have a video for that part. It looks like it's actually discontinued, unfortunately.
Yep, that was exactly what was wrong with mine, broken plastic standoff. They didn't have the longer screw at my local hardware store so I ordered a $15 box of miscellaneous screws and one size was perfect. Thanks for the video!
I have an LG that is a little different. I didn’t have the holes on the bottom of the panel to pry it off. I had to use a small screwdriver to pry it off. I also had to really work to get the ice shoot off. I broke 3 of the 4 tabs. Other than that this video helped a lot. Gave me confidence to do the project. It took about 5 minutes with getting tools and cleaning up. Thank yo!
Thanks!
Thanks so much for your step by step instructions. As the commercial says, "So easy a caveman can do it!" My wife really appreciates your help because she needs her ice dispenser! You saved us a lot of money. God bless you, Man!
Previous owner beat up this refrigerator, I'm bringing it back to life thanks to this.
Thanks so much I was really struggling trying to get the ice shute off. It was so simple once you see it done.
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Just completed Changing out the ice chute as instructored I the video... However, now the new flap won’t open when I’m trying to dispense ice
Same problem. Did you find a solution?
Hello
Our model is a LG-L197DNL and the ice flap is not sealing anymore. It has a different looking dispenser than yours can you tell me how to get it off, plezse
We offer free technical advice and diagnosis on things that aren't covered in our videos, so we'll be glad to advise you on that. We’re available 7 days a week at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/
Great video I have different problem LG LRSC26923TT and water dispenser pipe from bottom left door got broken and I am not able to figure out how to change it as I don’t know how to remove front panel display of dispenser. Please help me
We offer free technical advice and diagnosis on things that aren't covered in our videos, so we'll be glad to advise you on that. We’re available 7 days a week at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/
No visible slots for screwdriver to enter. What do I do if it's not obvious where to put screwdriver ? I'm concerned about possibly breaking the display cover. Model #LRSC26980TT.
Use a flashlight to go around the dispenser front to check for screwdriver slots. If you don't see any, try removing the drip tray and see if there are screws underneath it that need to be removed to get it off.
I have a LFX28968ST/04 model. My chute is not working. I contacted your site and it is not showing. I asked on chat and they said it is discontinued and cannot be ordered. Is that correct? Do the different models have different chutes? Your site has it showing on the diagram but not showing as orderable. Do I now need to buy a new fridge. If I do this stinks. I only bought it a few years ago.
BTW. The issue is that it opens but will not close. I emptied all the ice but it happens each time I try to use it. Very little ice ice comes out. Since it does not close ice fills the hole and it gets slid and drips all over.
Unfortunately, that is correct. The chute for your model has been discontinued by the manufacturer. We source our parts from the original manufacturer, so we have no remaining stock. If you try to use a part that isn't compatible with your appliance, it may not work or even fit. searching using the model number and/or the part number, it may be possible to find this part used through a local salvage company or a used appliance parts retailer online. I apologize that we couldn't be more help, but we don't want to advise our customers to buy parts that won't fix their appliances.
I'm trying to remove the display cover for LG LRSC26940TT. It has a slot only on the right side for a scredriver. It looks like I'm just supposed to insert screwdriver and lift, but it isn't coming free. I'm afraid to do it any harder in case it snaps, there is no replacement available for that part. Any idea how hard I should be lifting? And if something else is involved?
Make sure you've removed the drip tray and have taken the funnel out first. Double check that there aren't multiple screwdriver slots somewhere around the display frame. Also remove the drip tray and see if there are screws underneath it that need to be removed to get it off. Afterwards, you should be able to use the screwdriver to lift up and out, as you said.
Very helpful for my repair. I replaced both solenoid and flap with your parts. Your vid made the job easy. Thanks for posting.
You're welcome!
Any ideas, suggestions?
Thx for the video.
Why is the spring not included. Needless to say that parts become rusty in that area.
You're welcome!
Very detailed video and good camera work I could see all the necessary installation and removal movements... Good Job.
Happy to help!
Perfect explanation at real time speed to solve a problem that has been bugging me for ages. This is the one to watch. Thanks
You're welcome!
So, our ice chute door just remains open (it doesn't close any more). We could push it shut with a great deal of effort, I guess, but I'm not sure it would stay. Just wondering if anyone knows if the part we need to replace is actually the chute door or a spring or a motor or something else. Thanks!
Without a model number it would be hard to say. You can look here on our website to help you find the model number: www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx Then you can give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or you can chat us at our website: www.appliancepartspros.com/. We offer free technical advice and diagnosis and we’re here to help 7 days a week.
Our refrigerator is LFX28968ST/04. I see people refer to a solenoid a lot in reference to a similar problem to what we're having, but I don't see a solenoid as a replacement part. Is there something else that it would be called for this refrigerator model?
So, it turned out, when we took the panel off, that the bottom screw holder that the dispenser lever retainer (part 275F) screwed into was completely broken off and the top one had a big crack in it. The only thing that we can figure is that they did something wrong in manufacturing that finally showed up. There was no reason for it to break off - no rough handling or forcing, and we've never gotten in there before. So, we glued everything back together, rebuilding the screw holder with JB Weld, and it works as good as new!
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Glad the video helped you get the refrigerator fixed!