Café Dispenser Water Flow Restriction or Control Fault

Water dispenser not working; no water flows from Café refrigerator dispenser, but ice may still be produced.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Clogged or expired Café water filter, Frozen water line in door, Faulty dispenser switch or paddle, Failed water inlet valve dispenser coil

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the water supply before disconnecting any water lines. Unplug the refrigerator before accessing electrical components.

  • 1. Check water supply: Confirm the household shutoff valve is fully open and the supply line is not kinked.
  • 2. Replace water filter: Install a new genuine Café/GE filter. After replacement, run 1–2 gallons of water to purge air.
  • 3. Test dispenser switch: Press the dispenser paddle and listen for a click and the sound of the inlet valve energizing. No sound may indicate a bad switch or control.
  • 4. Check for frozen line: If the freezer is very cold, the line in the door may freeze. Raise freezer temperature slightly and leave the door open for short periods to thaw, or gently warm the dispenser area.
  • 5. Inspect inlet valve: At the rear, locate the water inlet valve. If ice is being made but no water dispenses, the dispenser coil on the valve may have failed and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Water Inlet Valve
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