Joe for Model Number et1fttxkq01 Whirlpool refer Hello, Both the fridge and freezer compartment's temperatures were too high and the unit wouldn't shut off. So I unplugged it, took off back lower cover and vacuumed all the dust and dog fur from the coil and everywhere down there. Then I went into the freezer compartment and removed the back, exposed the evaporator coil and fan and defrosted. It was solid ice and snow! I put it back together and plugged it in and in about an hour it gave me -5 F in the freezer and 36 F in the fridge. I thought I fixed it -BUT- it still won't shut off after 24 hrs. So in addition to it not shutting off, after another day the temp is rising again. The freezer is still frozen but barely, and the refrigerator section is mid 40's. I presume the evaporator coil is frosting up again but I am not a technician. Please help me buy the correct parts from you to fix this darn thing! Thanks, Joe
Answer Joe, It sounds like you may have a defrost problem with the unit. Check and see if there is any frost build up on the back wall of the freezer. If so, you will need to test the defrost heater and the defrost thermostat. They should read closed for continuity when cold. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. I will include a link at the end to assist you how to use the multi-meter if needed. If both parts are good, you will need to replace the defrost timer. Once the problem is repaired, you will need to thaw out the ice on the coils before the unit will operate properly. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Tuesday, September 17, 2013