The Whirlpool Refrigerator Water Filter Head is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It serves as the connection point for the water filter, allowing clean, filtered water to flow to your refrigerator's dispenser and ice maker. This part ensures that your refrigerator delivers fresh and safe drinking water.
Causes of a bad water filter head can include wear and tear over time, mineral buildup from hard water, or damage due to improper installation or mishandling.
Symptoms of a bad water filter head include:
- Water leaks around the filter area
- Decreased water flow from the dispenser
- Ice maker not producing ice
- The filter not locking into place correctly
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Water filter head had cracked and water was leaking inside the fridge Ari M. • Winchester , MA • June 16, 2020
Fixing it was extremely easy, I just followed the instructions provided in the AppliancePartsPros video. After getting the part I simply shut off the water to the fridge, unhooked the part's water lines, unclipped the head inside the fridge, installed the new one and reconnected the lines. Took about 15 minutes and likely saved $300 (what a service person would have charged). It was simple.
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