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Customer Questions and Answers for Damper Control by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18031164
Manufacturer Part Number: WP67003903

The Damper Control is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It regulates the airflow between the freezer and refrigerator compartments, maintaining the appropriate temperatures in each section. This component ensures that cold air is distributed properly, contributing to the overall efficiency and performance of the refrigerator.

Common causes of a bad damper control can include wear and tear over time, electrical failures, or mechanical obstructions. A malfunctioning damper control can lead to temperature imbalances, affecting the preservation of food.

Symptoms of a bad damper control include:

  • Inconsistent temperatures between the freezer and refrigerator
  • Freezer overly cold while the refrigerator is too warm, or vice versa
  • Frost buildup in the refrigerator compartment
  • Unusual noises coming from the damper area

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

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Hello Alfred. You will need to check and see if the damper assembly WP67003903 is opening and closing properly. Here is a test you can perform to see if it is working properly. If it is not, you will need to replace the damper. If it is working properly, you will need to replace the thermister 12002355. Hope this helps. Service Test Mode: The service test functions are performed using the refrigerator display and keypad. Enter the Service Test Mode by performing the following sequence of events 1. Hold the refrigerator door light switch closed. 2. Press the Refrigerator Temperature Up keypad 3 times consecutively. Note: The 3 Keystrokes must be done consecutively and within 10 seconds. 3. Release the refrigerator door light switch. 4. The control will display SE to confirm entry into the service mode. 5. Entry to the Service Menu is confirmed by pressing the Refrigerator Up key once more. 6. The control will display its software version for 3 seconds. 7. Following the software revision display the freezer display will read the first test number in the diagnostic tree. The refrigerator display will be blank. Note: All control functions will be turned off (Compressor, Defrost, Evaporator Fan, the damper will remain in its current position) 8. You are now in the SERVICES TEST operational mode and may use the diagnostic tests. The Service Test Mode can be exited at any time by closing the Refrigerator Door(s). The Freezer Up / Down keys allow selection of the test to be performed. Service Test 6 – Open Damper Test When selected this test will indicate the current position “O” / “C” (OPEN / CLOSED) of the refrigerator damper. The Refrigerator Up key will toggle the damper open and closed. You must allow 1 minute for each attempt to change the damper position. You should observe proper damper function. Service Test 4 – Fresh Food Thermistor Test When selected and activated this test will display Pass, Open, Short result for a test on the Fresh Food Thermistor circuit as show below. The test is activated and de-activated via the Refrigerator Up key, and must be de-activated to move to another test selection.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Thursday, July 14, 2011

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