Refrigerator shows E7; ice or water dispenser (if fitted) does not operate correctly.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before working on the dispenser or door wiring.
Basic checks:
- Verify that any child lock function on the control panel is disabled.
- Ensure the door is fully closed; many Finlux models disable dispensing when the door is open.
Inspect dispenser area:
- Remove the front trim or cover of the dispenser (usually clips off carefully with a plastic tool).
- Check the micro-switch or optical sensor that detects glass presence or lever movement. Look for broken levers or stuck switches.
- Inspect wiring connectors for corrosion or loose fit.
Door harness:
- On models with wiring running through the door hinge, gently flex the harness and look for cracked insulation or broken wires.
- If wires are broken, the door harness may need replacement as a complete Finlux loom.
Reassemble and test: After reseating connectors or replacing a faulty switch, restore power and test the dispenser. The E7 code should clear if the control now detects normal operation.
Professional help: If the dispenser control PCB is suspected (no voltage to switch, burnt components), replacement is best handled by a technician.
Repair Difficulty
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