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Customer Questions and Answers for Thermistor by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18062034
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10383615

The Thermistor is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It functions as a temperature sensor that helps regulate and monitor the internal temperature of the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Causes of a bad thermistor can include regular wear and tear, exposure to extreme temperatures, or electrical issues. A malfunctioning thermistor can lead to inaccurate temperature readings, which can affect the refrigerator's cooling performance and efficiency.

Symptoms of a bad thermistor include:

  • The refrigerator not maintaining the correct temperature
  • Inconsistent cooling, with some areas being too warm or too cold
  • The refrigerator running continuously or cycling on and off too frequently
  • Error codes related to temperature issues displayed on the control panel

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

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Brian for Model Number WRF560SEYB04

Hello. The evaporator in my freezer keeps freezing up every 2 weeks. The ice/frost hits the evaporator fan making a loud noise. The defrost thermistor on the evaporator tested good. I even wrapped it in aluminum foil. (A tip I read on here). The defrost heater didn't show continuity but the resistance check was within range at room temperature. The thermal fuse is good and there are no leaks around the door. I replaced the main control board at the rear of the refrigerator. The evaporator is still freezing up. Am I missing something? Thanks.

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Brian, when testing the defrost circuit from the main control using the brown wire at the connection P2 pin 7 to the white wire at connection P1 pin 2, there should be a reading between 30 to 42 Ohms. If the resistance is not being measured through the wires but they were at the defrost heater, and the thermal fuse had continuity, then there is a wire failure. If the resistance is measured from the wires, the next step would be to inspect just under the evaporator to identify if the defrost drain is clear. If there is ice in the pan under the evaporator, the defrost drain would need to be cleared.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Wednesday, May 18, 2022

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