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Customer Questions and Answers for Compressor Start Relay by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18114849
Manufacturer Part Number: W10920279

The Compressor Start Relay is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This part provides the necessary power boost to start the compressor.

Causes of a bad start relay can include electrical issues, wear and tear from regular use, or damage from power surges or overheating.

Symptoms of a bad compressor start relay include:

  • The refrigerator not cooling properly
  • The compressor not starting or frequently shutting off
  • Clicking noises coming from the compressor area
  • The refrigerator running but not reaching the desired temperature
  • Increased energy consumption

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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Hello Brian, Under the control panel where the thermostat is there should be a hole. Inside hole is a gear that you can turn. Using a flat blade screwdriver turn the dial and if unit comes on then you need to replace the defrost timer W10822278. If the unit still does not turn on then you need to check to see if you are getting power to the thermostat. If you are getting power to thermostat but unit is not coming on then you need new thermostat. There should be 120vac to the thermostat WP2204605. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Thursday, January 3, 2013

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