The Door Switch is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It is designed to detect when the refrigerator or freezer door is open or closed. This switch controls the interior light and ensures that the cooling system operates efficiently.
Causes of a bad Door Switch can include mechanical wear from frequent use, electrical faults such as short circuits or burnt contacts, and physical damage from impact or mishandling of the refrigerator door.
Symptoms of a bad Door Switch include:
- The interior light not turning on when the door is opened or not turning off when the door is closed
- The refrigerator or freezer not cooling properly
- The light staying on continuously
- The cooling system running continuously or not running at all due to incorrect signals from the switch
This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
No freezer light Pedro J. • Kissimmee , FL • May 14, 2018
Ordered the freezer door switch and the light. Replaced the freezer door switch and the light and everything is back to normal. Replaced both in less than 15 min with no problems.
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