Water Dispensing Slowly

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Do you have the correct water pressure?

Ensuring correct water pressure for your refrigerator is important for your Whirlpool appliance to function efficiently. Optimal water pressure ensures consistent ice production and smooth water dispensing, while inadequate pressure can lead to performance concerns. Low water pressure could cause water to be dispensed more slowly, small or hollow ice cubes, or slow or no ice production. Review Ensuring Correct Water Pressure for recommendation and additional information.

Using a reverse osmosis system? Connecting a refrigerator to an RO system can work, but RO systems can reduce water pressure even further. Review Ensuring Correct Water Pressure for more information.

Was the water filter recently replaced?

If the water filter was just replaced or installed, ensure that it was installed correctly. An improperly installed water filter could reduce or stop water flow, decrease ice production, cause leaks from the filter housing, or lead to other concerns. Check to make sure the water filter is locked into place, creating a proper seal. To check the installation, remove the water filter from the housing and try to dispense some water. If water dispenses, the water filter was installed improperly; reinstall the water filter.

If you need help installing your water filter, watch the everydrop® instructional videos.

Does the water filter need to be replaced?

It is recommended that the Whirlpool water filter be replaced every 6 months, when the indicator light comes on, or as needed. Replacing your water filter regularly helps to ensure a continual supply of cleaner, fresh-tasting drinking water. Depending on your usage and water quality, it may need to be changed more frequently. A clogged or incorrectly installed water filter can reduce the water flow to the ice maker and dispenser, potentially causing low ice production and a slowed water flow. Whirlpool recommends using everydrop® water filters. Find the right replacement filter for your refrigerator, and make the simple switch for clean water year-round.

Take a look at Does the Water Filter Need to be Replaced?

Was the water filter flushed?

Flushing the system is needed every time the filter is changed or when it is first installed. Flushing your refrigerator water filter is a key step that reduces excess air, prepares the filter for use, and removes excess carbon. Air in the water system may cause dripping at the dispenser, small or hollow ice cubes, or a cloudy appearance in the water quality. The amount of water needed to flush the water filter varies depending on the specific filter. Some filters require 1, 2, or 4 gallons to be dispensed for a proper flush; refer to the water filter's instructions for specific guidelines.

Review How to Flush the Water System in a Refrigerator for more information.