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Customer Questions and Answers for Defrost Heater by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18016680
Manufacturer Part Number: WP12729128

The Defrost Heater is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This part prevents the build-up of frost and ice on the evaporator coils. By periodically heating up to melt away frost, this component ensures that air can flow freely through the coils, maintaining the refrigerator's efficient cooling performance.

Causes of a bad defrost heater can include electrical issues, such as a blown fuse or faulty wiring, wear and tear over time, or a malfunction within the heating element itself.

Symptoms of a bad Defrost Heater include:

  • Frost or ice buildup on the evaporator coils
  • The refrigerator or freezer compartment warming up
  • The refrigerator cycling on more frequently or for longer durations
  • Poor cooling performance throughout the refrigerator

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

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Gee, Are you sure you have a defrost issue, There is a large heavy buildup of ice on the back wall of the freezer compartment ? Basically, you'll need to remove everything in the freezer, after you remove power to the refrigerator, remove the baskets, door and door rails, remove the door rail supports, then the diffuser and the screws holding the back wall to the refrigeratore liner. Disconnect the wiring harnesses and remove the wall. We'll send you some more information that should be a bit more helpful. Thanks

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Tuesday, September 4, 2012

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