Do-It-Yourself Story

This is the 2nd time the start relay failed in this older Whirlpool Gold. The relay is easy enough to tell when it failed. First you can hear the click as it tries to start the compressor. Every couple of minutes when the compressor cools off enough the relay resets.( first click) Then you'll hear the (Second click) about 15 seconds later when it fails to start compressor. Easy enough to find and replace. Take the cardboard grill off with a nut driver. With it still plugged in find the clicking. Unplug it from wall. Use small screwdriver popped cover off. Wiggled relay off 2 of 3 compressor pins. Then to double check its failed, give it a shake. If it rattles its no good. Time to order a new one. FYI if there's capacitor in line with it be carful or you could be in for a shocking surprise. I must say the part was delivered surprisingly fast. From Tenn. to Ct. in just over 24hrs. Nice job. Only used 10lbs of ice. Tools used. Nut driver, screwdriver and flashlight