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Customer Questions and Answers for Cold Control (Refrigerator Thermostat) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18027648
Manufacturer Part Number: WP4317800

Cold control that regulates cooling cycles to maintain set temperatures in the fresh-food section. Replacing a failed control restores more consistent temperature control and helps prevent food spoilage. What it does:

  • Controls compressor/cooling cycles based on the selected temperature setting to maintain cabinet temperature.
  • Common symptoms: refrigerator running constantly, not cooling, or temperature cycling irregularly.
  • Interfaces with the fridge control housing and wiring to open/close the cooling circuit as needed.
What's included: One cold control thermostat. Install notes:
  • Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair.
  • Access the control housing/panel to remove the old control; note wire locations or take a photo for correct reinstallation.
  • Handle any attached sensor or capillary tube gently to avoid kinks or damage.
  • After installation, restore power and the refrigerator reaches and holds the desired temperature.

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For Whirlpool Cold Control (Refrigerator Thermostat) (Part Number: OEM18027648)

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William, Several suggestions, first check the air difuser in the top left side wall of the refrigerator compartment, make sure it's not stuck open, and operates properly, check and make sure there are no articles hanging over the front or sides of the shelves or laying against the walls, this can interrupt or redirect the air flow and "trap" the air in the lower area of the compartment. Also check the air return tubes and vents on the left wall of the refrigerator, Check the air control setting to the meat drawer (if equipped) too much air to the crisper/meat drawer pan will cause things to freeze as well.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Thursday, December 31, 2015

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