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Whirlpool snack pan track broken

Is there a way to replace the tracl for the snack pan track rather than replacing the entire shelving unit that the pan attaches to? This is for model #GS6SHEXNS00. The track is broken resulting in the tray falling out of the track if pulled out to far. It seems rediculous to have to replace an entire shelf for the simple component of that shelf which is broken. The track appears to snap into the shelf. Any advice on how to come by a track replacement would be appreciated. The replacement websites seems to only offer the entire shelf for a replacement soultion.

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You are absolutely correct...

IF AVAILABLE... (few OLD refrigerator parts are)
refrigerator parts are usually sold as functional parts.

I have seen ... and I am sure if you look long enough...
ONE DAY you will find some business that is able to
inventory EVERY REFRIGERATOR part ever made...
Stock, list, sell & ship... and still make a profit.

As for me... I would be THANKFUL to find
my parts. l have spent weeks trying to get an intelligent
RESPONSE ... out of "1st Source Servall"
Customer Service Representative...

It was more important for "Nancy" to argue with me about part numbers... (their cost $172.. (I think: never got answer)).

I finally caved... ripped out the motor... and looked it up on eBay
$22 USD ... and 3 days later the MARVEL 6RFI is working
fine again... 2.3W 1300 RPM 115V condenser fan.

I am just saying SEARSPARTSDIRECT was(in my opinion)
the worst... "1st Source Servall" just pushed them off of that pedestal.

I recommend eBay... If you have more TIME than MONEY.

ELSE... buy that assembly (and be very happy to get it).

Carnac the Magnificent

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 23, 2007

SOURCE: Whirlpool GD25 replacing water line

Nick, this is a bear of a job. You may just wanna have fun at parties after all is said and done! 1.) Remove the door from the unit. at the top hinge, remove all screws and disconnect all wiring. Tilt the door toward you and lift it off the bottom hinge. Lay it on the floor handle down. 2.) Remove the liner. Peel the door gasket back a little... see all those 1/4" screws? They have to come off. (*NOTE---> note how the door gasket fits/tucks into the liner, it'll have to go back that way) After the liner is off, you'll see the back side of the dispenser area. Make a note of how all of the insulation and the wiring is located, then remove all of it. There you go! Good luck with it. Speaking of parties, you could actually invite your friends over and make a "drinking game" out of this one... someone takes a drink every time they moan and say "how does this go, again?" or "#%@^!**". Then again, maybe not... 'cause once you start, you HAVE TO finish. Otherwise the freezer would be open and you and all your friends would most likely be passed out on the floor 'til mid-morning! Moral of the story? Don't drink and do this job.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 31, 2009

SOURCE: Water spout replacement

this is a surprisingly easy repair that you can do in about 30 minutes.

  • first remove dispenser cover: there are 2 slots on the very bottom of the cover insert flat tip screwdriver and carefully pry it off. then you should be able to disconnect a wiring harness and lay the cover to the side.
  • next move switch console out of your way: you will either have 2 screws or 2 thumb latches on either side. you may need someone to hold this out of your way for the following steps.
  • we need to disconnect the incoming water line down at the bottom hinge: remove kickplate and find the water line you should find a connector. while pushing the tube into the connect push down on the collar then pull the tube out of the connector.( you will most likely get a little bit of water when the tube pulls loose.
  • back at the dispenser: find where the tube comes out and remove any retaining screws, then gently pull the entire tube up and out of the door.
  • now do everything in reverse to finish up: the tube will push abck thru. when you get back to the hinge the tube may hange up I use a very small screw driver to line the tube up to come back thru the hinge. 
  • whne you reconnect the tube at the grille make sure that the tubing seats all the way to prevent any leakage
Be surre and be safe by unpluggin the unit before you perf any type of repair water and electricity dont mix. good luck Peyton

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Apr 01, 2009

SOURCE: My whirlpool refrigerator W-21 model #

clogged drain

Anonymous

  • 103 Answers
  • Posted on Oct 01, 2009

SOURCE: Ice Maker on Whirlpool Side by Sidek stopped making ice

Go to sears.com, select "Parts Direct", enter model number and wait for unit to be displayed, find ice maker part number and price.

Anonymous

  • 725 Answers
  • Posted on Nov 09, 2009

SOURCE: Whirlpool Side by Side Model #ED22PWXWN10 Ice

This is a simple repair and you can repair this yourself. You just need to get a new ice maker for this model.

Contact us at:
http://www.fixya.com/repair/d499389-accurate_appliance_repair_service
and we will get the correct part out to you asap.

We look forward to working with you. Ella

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