How to disassemble a Kenmore refrigerator dispenser

Lyle Weischwill

Introduction image for disassembling the ice and water dispenser on a Kenmore French door refrigerator.

This DIY video shows step-by-step instructions for disassembling the water and ice dispenser on a Kenmore 795-series side-by-side refrigerator.

The model shown in the video is 795.72052110. This disassembly procedure will also work for similar Kenmore refrigerators such as models 795.72052112, 795.72052113, 795.72182210, 795.72062316, 795.72042316, 795.72052114, 795.72372310, 795.72052111 and 795.72042110.

Follow these steps to disassemble the ice and water dispenser:

Unplug the refrigerator before beginning disassembly.
Remove the funnel by squeezing the sides and pulling it down.
Insert a screwdriver behind the user interface and pry the bottom of the interface loose.
Disconnect the user interface wire harnesses.
To access the rest of the dispenser components, remove the 3 screws in the dispenser housing cover. Pull out of the bottom of the cover and remove it.

When you reassemble the dispenser, make sure that you don't pinch the wiring.

Order the dispenser parts you need for your refrigerator by keying the model number of your fridge into the search bar at the top of this web page.

If you aren’t completely confident that you can complete this repair, schedule a Sears Technician to replace dispenser parts in your Kenmore refrigerator.

Symptoms common to all refrigerators

Choose a symptom to see related refrigerator repairs.

Why is my freezer not cold enough?

Main causes: leaky door gasket, defrost system failure, evaporator fan not running, dirty condenser coils, condenser fan not running

What routine maintenance does my refrigerator need?

Things to do: clean condenser coils, replace the water filter, clean the interior, adjust doors to prevent air leaks, clean the drain pan

Why won't my refrigerator ice maker make ice?

Main causes: jammed ice cubes, broken ice maker assembly, dirty water filter, kinked water line, bad water valve, freezer not cold enough

Why is frost building up in my refrigerator's freezer?

Main causes: damaged door seal, faulty defrost sensor or bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, bad defrost timer or control board

Why won't my refrigerator run?

Main causes: control board or cold control failure, broken compressor start relay, compressor motor failure, defrost timer problems

Why won't my refrigerator cool at all?

Main causes: blocked air vents, compressor problems, condenser or evaporator fan not working, control system failure, sensor problems

Why isn't my refrigerator cooling well?

Main causes: blocked vents, defrost system problems, evaporator fan failure, dirty condenser coils, bad sensors, condenser fan not working

Why is water dripping from my refrigerator onto the floor?

Main causes: water valve leaking, frozen or broken defrost drain tube, overflowing drain pan, cracked water system tubing, leaking door seal

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Repair difficulty

Time required

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