Description
Description
Restore your refrigerator’s water or ice dispenser functionality with this genuine OEM paddle actuator, part number 241685704, from Frigidaire (also compatible with select Electrolux, Kenmore and other re-badged models). This actuator is the user-interface paddle (or button) mounted on the dispenser panel that activates the water/ice flow when pressed. Because dispenser bezel assemblies, paddle geometry and mounting methods vary widely by model and production year, please check with your maintenance technician to verify that part number 241685704 matches your appliance’s full model number before ordering. frigidaireapplianceparts.com+2appliancerepair.homedepot.com+2
Features & Benefits
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OEM-specified actuator: Built to Frigidaire’s factory specifications for fit, form and function. appliancerepair.homedepot.com+1
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Restores dispenser operation: Replaces a worn, broken or non-responsive paddle to regain reliable water/ice dispensing. theacoutlet.com
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Durable, high-use design: Designed to withstand repeated use and the demands of dispenser operations.
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Cost-effective repair: Swapping the actuator is far less expensive than replacing the full dispenser module or door panel.
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Straightforward installation (once compatibility verified): Remove the old actuator, install the new one, test to ensure proper engagement and reset any dispenser sensors if needed.
Common Symptoms That Indicate Replacement
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The water or ice dispenser paddle does not activate when pressed, or must be pressed unusually hard.
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The paddle is loose, damaged, cracked or missing entirely.
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The dispenser lights or sensors do not respond when the paddle is pressed, indicating a faulty actuator.
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You hear a clicking sound but no water/ice is dispensed — indicating the paddle may have failed.
If you experience any of these symptoms, have your maintenance technician verify that the actuator (241685704) is indeed the correct part and that the dispenser paddle is the failed component, not the control board or valve.
Compatibility / Partial Model Notes
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Part number 241685704 is listed as a “Dispenser Actuator” for Frigidaire refrigerators. frigidaireapplianceparts.com
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Example compatible listings include model: E23CS75DSS9 (Frigidaire/Electrolux). amazon.com
Note: Because dispenser assemblies differ by door style, finish, region and production year, it is essential to verify your appliance’s full model number (including suffix) and check the old actuator’s mounting style before ordering.
Cross Reference
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Replaced/equivalent part numbers: 7241685704, 5304442816 in some listings. appliancerepair.homedepot.com
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Also listed as compatible with Electrolux part catalog under actuator “Water/Light Dispenser” assembly. theacoutlet.com
Compatibility Notes
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Matching the entire model number of your refrigerator (including suffix and variant codes) is critical—even if the paddle looks identical, mounting tab positions, connector wiring or sensor alignment may differ.
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Replacing the actuator will restore the dispenser paddle functionality only if all other dispenser system components (housing, switches, wiring, water/ice valve) are intact and operating properly.
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Installation: Turn off power and water supply (if applicable), remove the door liner or dispenser bezel as required, detach the old actuator, mount the new actuator 241685704 securely, reconnect wiring, restore power/water and test water/ice dispensing.
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After installation, verify that the paddle engages smoothly, water or ice flows correctly, and the dispenser lights respond as expected.