I love how detailed this video is. It is a great resource if you need to replace the valve. HOWEVER, don't assume this is your problem if you're not getting water from the dispenser. Some further research/videos proved that in my case the water line had frozen where it runs past the icemaker. Defrosting the line fixed this same problem. As always, do your due diligence before spending a bunch of time and money..

@DIY-Saver

3 ай бұрын

This is a good point. I'm curious, were your ice makers working? Or, were those lines frozen as well? Also, what temp do you have your fridge and freezer set to? I had an issue where water was pooling at the bottom of the fridge because the drain line froze. My theory was the insulation around the drain is insufficient so I raised the temp of the fridge to 38 and the freezer to 0 degrees and haven't had an issue since then. Thanks for your feedback.

Thanks for providing this very helpful video from start-to-finish. I have the very same exact model Samsung refrigerator as yours here, as well, and it took me a few hours at least, but would have been much longer had I not had this video of yours to follow along with for certain. Lastly, after installing the new "water filter assembly" unit here, now my water dispenser is back to "DESPENSING" once again. Many Thanks!!!

@DIY-Saver

4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

It worked! Went through sears and found the compatible part for my Samsung fridge online. Thank you for the video!

@DIY-Saver

8 ай бұрын

Excellent! Glad I could help.

@foreignfilmfan

5 ай бұрын

Approximately how much does the part cost?

@sofjanmustopoh7232

5 ай бұрын

@@foreignfilmfan$205

Worked great thanks for the video

@DIY-Saver

5 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

My model RF28HMEDBSR/AA-00 Samsung frig is now 7 years old, surprise! I had the EXACT same problem, plenty of ice and no water! I solved the problem by removing both drawers next to the filter housing. Then I smacked sharply both sides of the rear of the housing where the valves were at (away from the LEDs) with the handle of a medium sized screw driver. I tested the water dispenser, still no water. I placed both drawers back in and retested. BINGO! Fresh water came out nice and strong! This repair was FREE except I changed the filter at 9 months instead of my normal 12 months to eliminate that possibility. IF the valve itself can be obtained separately from the housing you would save $230 by not needlessly buying the housing. All you need are numbers from the valve itself to find the correct replacement. Oh yeah, I SAW how the connections were permanent between the valve, filter and reservoir, but that is easily spliced. Fortunately, I found the best solution anyway. And why does Samsung literally make over 2000 DIFFERENT MODEL NUMBERS of refrigerators? Couldn't they get it right with the 3rd or 4th model, RIGHT???

@DIY-Saver

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your feedback

@mundyshomeinspectioninc.3900

2 ай бұрын

I did the same smacking and used blow dryer to warm up the front left corner in the ice maker area because there was a chunk of frost on a diverter plate.. And SHAZAAM back to normal pressure.

Thank you sir for sharing your knowledge

@DIY-Saver

27 күн бұрын

It's my pleasure; I hope it helps.

Thank you so much. I have the same problem . Now I’m thinking and planning my repair. The part is $205 😢 . New fridge is $2000 . If I can use the fridge for another 5 years providing the ice maker don’t break I’ll be okay . $2000 new fridge mean I have to amortize the new fridge for another 10 years Thank to your help

@DIY-Saver

5 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Yes, the ice makers are another issue with these refrigerators.

Thank you so much for the great video, but I have a question, why you didn't replace just water solenoids valve instead all filter housing? Thank you again!

@DIY-Saver

7 ай бұрын

Good question; the answer is I tried. I ordered the valves for my fridge and what came only had two valves not three (top ice maker, lower ice maker, water dispenser). I contacted them and they said I had to order the whole assembly. So, I returned the valves and got the assembly.

I have a newer Samsung with the screen on the door the black stainless dont know what model but the water and the ice don’t work…i can hear the ice maker move when i press on it but nothing comes out…do you think its the same fix …its like no water is going through some where

@DIY-Saver

Жыл бұрын

Keep in mind that I’m NOT an appliance repair technician. With that said; here are the steps I’d take: 1) Verify the water is properly connected to the refrigerator and the water valve is turned on. 2) Check the refrigerator for error codes. Since you have a different model than mine; you’ll have to research how to get the error codes. 3) Replace any parts related to any error codes you received. 4) For my model, the filter housing contains valves for both the ice maker(s) and the water dispenser. Therefore, it’s possible both valves are bad and replacing the filter assembly with fix both. 5) If replacing the filter assembly fixes the water dispenser, but not the ice maker, you may need to replace the “Water Fill Tube Assembly” (see my video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z4mF09eAYK2wZ5s.html ). I hope this helps.

Since you have to remove valves and reservoir to get the lights out and back in, is is possible to transfer those innards to the old assembly from a new one (as it looks like I may be having to do this repair soon). Thanks for the great video.

@DIY-Saver

2 ай бұрын

Hi Sabalon, that's a good idea. I didn't consider it myself. If you do this repair, please investigate it and write another comment letting other viewers know if it's a time saver. Thanks for your feedback and good luck with your repair.

Amazing how many commenters still have functioning ice makers! Is the solenoid valve available by itself? Seems unfortunate to have to disassemble both assemblies just to swap the lights.

@DIY-Saver

2 ай бұрын

That's a good idea. It may be difficult to find the correct part though. I did a quick search for "Samsung refrigerator rf263teaesg/aa-01 solenoid" and the solenoids which appeared only have two solenoids where my refrigerator model has three.

Thanks, I’m sure this is great for those capable. Unfortunately I’m not. Off to buy a Brita or something similar 😟

@DIY-Saver

5 ай бұрын

I understand; it does seem to be a first world problem after all. :)

@suz0000

5 ай бұрын

@@DIY-Saver I considered, for a second, buying a new fridge, but then realized that was ridiculous. 😊

@suz0000

4 ай бұрын

@DIY-Saver My line must’ve been frozen. I guess my temp was too low. My brother suggested turning it up to 38-39. After about a day or so it resumed working. 😊 But now my ice maker has stopped working. Ugg 🤦‍♀️ Fortunately I have no problem living without ice.

We replaced the filter in our fridge and now the water nor the ice works. Any idea what the problem could be? We checked the water line and it’s fine.

@DIY-Saver

Жыл бұрын

The timing with the filter replacement seems suspicious. Check to see if the filter is tightened all the way. If that doesn't help try a new filter in case you have a defective filter.

@thatfishguy4991

Жыл бұрын

@@DIY-Saver Thank you so much!

@foreignfilmfan

5 ай бұрын

So it could be as simple as a defective water filter? Maybe I’ll start there first? However, during my troubleshooting we tried to run the water dispenser without the filter and still nothing.

Thoroughly enjoyed this upload... Thumbs up and a sub from me... Stay safe... Rico

@DIY-Saver

7 ай бұрын

Much appreciated

That 60 hertz buzzing from the valve solenoid is designed to add a slight ultrasonic cleaning action to the valve it's connected to. Bet you didn't know that, huh! It ALSO tells you the handle switch AND solenoid are both working, as you stated. It is engineering stupidity to put the valve assembly IN the filter housing instead of behind the frig, but HEY, they saved 5 cents on hoses!

@DIY-Saver

3 ай бұрын

Correct; I wasn't aware the buzzing actually had a purpose.

After a pipe burst in my neighbourhood, our fridge makes a hard rattling buzzing sound not dispensing water and not turning the ice unit. Any idea what I could do?

@DIY-Saver

8 ай бұрын

Please keep in mind that I'm NOT an appliance technician. If you truly believe it's related to the pipe breakage incident; I would replace the water filter to see if it's plugged from sediment in the water line. Otherwise, I suggest contacting an appliance repair company.

Is this the same repair steps for the 4 door samsung? Mine works but it dribbles out - starts to "hop around" with a faster flow then flows but very slowly. So frustrating.

@DIY-Saver

5 ай бұрын

Sorry, it doesn't sound like the same repair would apply to your refrigerator. Have you tried replacing the filter? After replacing the filter, did you run a couple gallons of water through it (this step helps to stop dripping)?

@jonathanwoods9843

5 ай бұрын

My water dispenser has a similar issue. I'm trying to figure it out. I think there may be multiple issues. I found one video that shows there can be a problem with the water freezing in the line at the top of the refrigerator. The solution in that video was to run the line externally, which required creating a slot/hole in the cover through which the water line would pass. I've experienced the variable flow that you've mentioned, which I think is air in the line. This condition is temporary in my experience. Sometimes the water flow stops. Removing the filter and giving it some forceful blows with a rubber mallet has had some effect to restore flow. I think that's another issue. When that should have worked, but the water still doesn't dispense, I can hear a sort-of crunch/squeeze sound from the top area of the fridge where the water dispenser line is. I think this is water pressure pushing against an ice blockage. At this point, I still haven't fixed the problem. I'm just looking at what other people have done about it and trying to apply their knowledge gained from their experience.

Ugh. My replacement has the lights pre-installed but there is NO flow sensor in the new unit. Will this work after all the time spent replacing it?? Aaahhhhhhh. Samsung!

@DIY-Saver

8 ай бұрын

Let us know how it works out.

i rather buy a new refrigerator that is not a Samsung

@DIY-Saver

7 ай бұрын

You might be onto something there.

@david32086

7 ай бұрын

Samsung refrigerators are trash!

@dinaquiterio

6 ай бұрын

It's been an issue for over 4 years ! I totally hate this fridge!

@shotalife8299

6 ай бұрын

Samsung sucks. I'm gna stick to actual refrigerator companies from now on. Total waste of my hard earned money.

@ericluckie6264

6 ай бұрын

Amen. Bought my samsung fridge new and it always sucked. Frozen up ice maker and now the water stopped. Horrible design by incompetent boobs.