Hey buddy, what’s up? I have a Whirlpool refrigerator in my home, and in recent times, I faced one issue, which I obviously sorted by myself because I’m a great DIYer; oh gosh, I appreciate myself.
But yes, I felt like I must share it with my fellow readers as well. How to remove the water dispenser tray from the Whirlpool refrigerator? This is today’s topic; it must seem like a pretty simple task just to do it. You can finish it in two minutes, but let me tell you, there are certain problems with it, and you can sleep very easily.
You will need to understand a few troubleshooting tips plus the safety measures as well. So here is your blog.
Removing the Water Dispenser Tray
before we push into the main process, it’s better to understand a few things because once you start the wrong way, the entire process is going to be a blunder.
So why is it important? What is the need of doing this? Well, the water dispenser tray can gather up unwanted debris, dirt, spills, etc. over time and you already understand that it’s pretty common possibility for the mold to occur at such spots, isn’t it?
And you don’t want such stuff in your refrigerator; after all, you have kept your food inside. So, if you periodically remove and clean your dispenser tray, then won’t it just add an extra star to the appearance of your refrigerator but also ensure great hygiene?
Let’s understand how to safely remove and clean this water dispenser tray from your well -pulled refrigerator and keep it in perfect condition.
Safety Precautions Before You Begin
Make sure that you unplug your refrigerator before moving ahead of the process, if you literally don’t want to.
An electrical shock. Protective gloves are great friends; whenever you put yourself into any DIY project, this is nothing different. Don’t work in lit areas because it can not just create a blender but even damage your refrigerator if you do anything wrong even by any chance, so make sure it’s a do everything safely and slowly because if you skip a question, there are great chances that you end up avoiding any component of your refrigerator and end up spending extra money in future.
Tools and Materials You’ll Need
- Phillips screwdriver
- flat head screwdriver
- soft cloth or sponge
- mildish soap
- warm water
- towels or paper towels
Now that’s not a big list, right? If you gathered all of that, it’s the time to move towards our step by step guide of removing the water dispenser tray.
Step-by-Step Guide to Removing the Water Dispenser Tray
- Locate the waterproof dispenser tray, which is generally present at your refrigerator door’s bottom.
- Now, it varies from model to model. You may need to remove the cover or panel to access your tray’s screws.
- A Phillips screwdriver is the best to remove these screws that secure the dispenser tray in its place.
- Detach the tray from the door by lifting it upwards.
- A soft cloth or a sponge having slight warm water dip in it can be perfect for cleaning any accumulated spills or dirt.
- Yes you can also use soapy water if you want. Be hygienic and rinse the tray perfectly with clean water once you have removed it you can soak it with paper towels.
- I generally use a towel. After finishing all that it is the time to reverse the removal steps which means re -stall the tray in its place and seize it perfectly.
Dealing with Stubborn Stains or Debris
Well, nobody loves strains or debris because they create a very bad-smelling paste sort of formation to remove this baking soda and waterproof it to be enough. Avoid using any abrasives, acids, or anything that you see in advertisements. You always prefer using a soft brush because harsh brushing can actually destroy the surface area. Mild abrasive cleaners are still okay. I myself use it, but I always believe in testing it in a practice area before I apply it to my appliance.
So what if you use any harsh chemicals? Well, I personally don’t feel I need to explain that.
Cleaning and Maintenance Tips for the Tray
Well, there’s not a lot of hassle here if you want your tray to look in its best condition.
Just regularly wash it with mild dish soap and water. As I said before, as I just said, I like to wash it in a warm condition, just keep it regularly
Harsh chemicals are big divots here, they will just destroy it. Water spots or build ups are very easy to spot out, so as soon as you just check out any of these, don’t skip the importance of cleaning them straight away.
Even there can be some water damage or wear and tear in the tray. Again, it is very normal to check them out with the naked eye.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
In case you feel like a water dispenser tray isn’t fitting properly, then it’s important to check that it is positioned the way it is supposed to be.
Tighten the fasteners and screws properly. Otherwise, your tray will start shifting in future. Now, what if the tray is still not sitting properly? Well, it can be an issue with the door hinge or various surrounding components.
There can be some misalignment or damage as well. In case nothing seems to be working out for you, then the refrigerator’s user manual is your best friend. Don’t feel lazy in picking it up and reading it.
Simple. And at the end of the day, the professional technician is always your last option.
Reinstalling the Tray Properly
Now, reinstalling the water dispenser tray doesn’t seem to be a big task. You just have to reverse the process that you did to pull it out.
You just need to align the slots and grooves perfectly so that the tray is held in place after positioning it perfectly. Just lower the tray down so that it sits flush against the door surface. Reattach the screws and fasteners that you removed before and ensure these are tightened perfectly so that the tray doesn’t shift later on.
Finally, you can gently shake the tray to ensure that everything fits perfectly. That’s it, my buddies.
