{"product_id":"xpartco-wr49x10173-refrigerator-dispenser-heater","title":"XPARTCO WR49X10173 Refrigerator Dispenser Heater","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eXPARTCO WR49X10173 Refrigerator Dispenser Heater – Compatible with GE, Hotpoint \u0026amp; Kenmore Refrigerators\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"412\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"439\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eRestore proper ice and water dispenser operation with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eXPARTCO WR49X10173 Refrigerator Dispenser Heater\u003c\/strong\u003e. This high-quality aftermarket replacement heater prevents ice buildup and freezing inside the dispenser chute by gently warming the dispenser area. A failed dispenser heater can cause ice clogs, frozen chute doors, or dispensing issues. Replacing it with this reliable XPARTCO heater helps ensure smooth ice dispensing and consistent refrigerator performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eWR49X10173, 1381601, AH1766223, PD00001237, FIX1766223, AP4318572, EA1766223, PS1766223. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003ereplacement refrigerator dispenser heater\u003c\/strong\u003e fits select \u003cstrong data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eGE, Hotpoint, and Kenmore (GE-manufactured)\u003c\/strong\u003e side-by-side refrigerators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dispenser water spout heater kit. For models that start with BSS, DSS, ESH, GSH, GSS, GST, HSS, and SSS with serial# AF - AM. Built between January 2003 - January 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eExample compatible models include (but are not limited to):\u003cbr data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eGE GSS25GSHSS, GSH25JSDBSS\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eHotpoint HSS25GFTSA\u003cbr data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eKenmore 363.9557710\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eAlways verify your refrigerator’s model number before ordering.\u003cbr data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eContact our support team if you’re unsure.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e✅ Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e🔄 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eAftermarket Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Matches OEM heating performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e❄️➡️🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003ePrevents Ice Buildup\u003c\/strong\u003e – Keeps dispenser chute clear and functional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e⚡ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eEfficient Heating Element\u003c\/strong\u003e – Maintains proper dispenser temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e💰 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eCost-Effective Repair\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reliable alternative to OEM heater pricing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e🛡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eFixes Common Issues\u003c\/strong\u003e – Solves frozen dispenser, ice clogs, or slow dispensing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e📐 Product Specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e WR49X10173\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eComponent Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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data-end=\"2091\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insulated heating element with OEM-equivalent wiring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eQuality Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aftermarket replacement (not OEM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003e🛠️ Installation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003eTools Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phillips screwdriver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug the refrigerator before servicing to avoid electrical shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 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