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dahkota
Jan 14, 2015Explorer
We have the exact same problem on our Dometic. Ours was caused by a short in the heat 'tape' which melted the plastic line. Because ours is still under warranty, they refuse to replace the part with anything except the OEM part. It is on order and expected to take 6 weeks to arrive.
However, in talking to the guy, it seems any plastic line the same size will work, as long as you do not use the fridge below freezing without first draining the icemaker and shutting water off to the line.
The most difficult part of replacing this line is pulling out the fridge. If you have someone big and muscular, it only needs to come about halfway out to access the line. Then it is a simple replacement, according to the mechanic.
However, in talking to the guy, it seems any plastic line the same size will work, as long as you do not use the fridge below freezing without first draining the icemaker and shutting water off to the line.
The most difficult part of replacing this line is pulling out the fridge. If you have someone big and muscular, it only needs to come about halfway out to access the line. Then it is a simple replacement, according to the mechanic.
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