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Customer Questions and Answers for Compressor Start Relay (Emb Style) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18020601
Manufacturer Part Number: WP2258450

This start relay mounts on the side of the refrigerator's compressor and momentarily powers the start winding so the compressor can start reliably—helping restore consistent cooling and eliminating repeated click-and-no-start issues.

  • Provides the initial boost to start the compressor, then disengages automatically
  • Supports proper refrigerator and freezer temperatures by ensuring reliable compressor starts
  • Common symptoms of a failing relay: warm temps, compressor won't start, rapid clicking or humming from the rear, or repeated overload trips
  • Intermittent cooling after power cycling can also point to a weak start relay
What's included: 1 start relay (EMB style) Install notes:
  • Unplug the refrigerator before servicing; pull the unit forward to access the rear
  • The start device is under a small cover on the compressor side; remove the cover to access
  • If a run capacitor is present, discharge it before handling any wiring
  • Note wire positions and relay orientation; push the new relay straight onto the compressor pins without bending terminals, reinstall the cover, and restore power
Fit note: EMB-style relays are used with specific compressor types (often Embraco). Match the style/part number from your original start device or verify by model before ordering.

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For Whirlpool Compressor Start Relay (Emb Style) (Part Number: OEM18020601)

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Mark E. for Model Number W4TXNWFWQ00

I have a Whirlpool (Model W4TXNWFWQ00) Refrigerator that will not cool. My mother in law previously had it and it was working fine until she got a new refrigerator a week ago. She gave the refrigerator to us and when we got it installed at the house, it doesn't sound like the compressor is turning on. When I plug it up, the light turns on inside the refrigerator and I can feel air blowing in the freezer, but it's not cold. I let it run for several hours and nothing got cold. I believe, from reading on here that the Start Relay (2258450) is the culprit. If so, do you any instructions on here for replacing this part? Thanks

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Hello Mark, I could not locate anything that shows the relays' replacement but if you unplug the unit, remove the side cover from the compressor, pull the old one from the prongs , move the wiring from the old part to the new part and plug it back into the compressor, re-establish power supply to the refrigerator, the unit should operate fine. If this part is the issue, this will correct the issue. I would check for power to the overload, (the small component on the side of the compressor), and make sure the overload is not open before ordering parts.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Tuesday, July 15, 2014

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