Kitchenaid Refrigerator Temperature Control, Cold Control

The Thermostat is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This component is crucial for regulating the internal temperature of the refrigerator, ensuring that food and beverages are stored at the correct temperature for optimal freshness and safety. The thermostat monitors the temperature inside the refrigerator and signals the cooling system to turn on or off to maintain the desired temperature.

You should replace the thermostat if it becomes faulty or unresponsive. Causes of a bad thermostat can include regular wear and tear from frequent use, electrical issues, or exposure to extreme temperatures. Over time, these factors can lead to the thermostat failing to accurately monitor or control the refrigerator's temperature.

Symptoms of a bad thermostat include:

• The refrigerator not maintaining the correct temperature
• Food items freezing or spoiling faster than usual
• The refrigerator running constantly or not running at all
• Inconsistent temperature readings or fluctuations inside the refrigerator

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

The Wine Cellar Thermostat Kit is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool wine coolers and refrigerators equipped with a wine cellar or specialty cooling compartment. It is a crucial component responsible for accurately monitoring and regulating the temperature within the wine cellar.

Symptoms of a faulty wine cellar thermostat kit include:

• Inconsistent or fluctuating temperatures in the wine cellar compartment
• The wine cellar running continuously or not cooling properly
• Error codes or indicators related to temperature control issues

Causes of a bad thermostat kit can range from normal wear and tear over time to electrical malfunctions, sensor failures, or damage from moisture or condensation.

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

This is the mechanical cold-control thermostat for the freezer. It senses temperature and switches the cooling system on and off to maintain your selected setting, restoring steady freezer temps and normal compressor cycling.

• Regulates freezer temperature by opening/closing electrical contacts to control cooling
• Symptoms of a failing control include freezer too warm or too cold
• Unit runs constantly, won't start, or won't shut off at set point
• Temperature knob feels unresponsive or no distinct "click" when turned

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Access the control housing; note wiring and transfer leads one at a time
• Route the sensing tube exactly as original; do not kink, pinch, or cut it
• Set to a mid setting after install and allow up to 24 hours for temps to stabilize

This part shields and positions the temperature control's sensing bulb inside the control housing, helping the control respond accurately and keep cabinet temperatures stable. Replace a cracked, deformed, or missing barrier to restore consistent, predictable cooling. What it does:

• Shields the cold-control thermostat/capillary bulb from direct airflow
• Helps the temperature control sense average compartment temperature and cycle correctly
• Supports steady temperatures and normal run times
• A damaged or missing barrier may contribute to temperature swings or frequent control adjustments

• 1 thermostat barrier

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Access the control housing; remove the dial/cover and any retaining screws or clips
• Note the factory routing of the thermostat capillary; install the barrier without kinking or sharply bending the sensor tube
• Reassemble, set controls to mid-range, and allow up to 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize

This thermostat is a temperature safety device that opens the circuit if temperatures climb beyond the safe threshold. Replacing a failed thermostat helps protect the appliance from overheating and restores normal heating performance.

• Monitors internal temperature and cuts power if it overheats
• Helps prevent damage to components from excessive heat
• Common failure signs include no heat, intermittent heat, or the unit shutting off on high heat
• Shows continuity when cool and open when tripped

• Disconnect power before service; verify no voltage is present
• Access location varies by model; note wire positions and transfer one at a time
• Mount firmly against the intended surface for proper sensing
• After replacement, verify airflow/venting and clear lint/debris to avoid repeat trips

Restore consistent cooling with this temperature control thermostat. It senses internal temperature and cycles the cooling system on and off to maintain the setting you select, helping prevent warm spots and over-cooling.

• Regulates compartment temperature by opening/closing electrical contacts to start and stop cooling
• User-adjustable via the control knob/dial; helps maintain a steady set point
• Common symptoms include: unit too warm or too cold, won't cycle off or won't start cooling, or erratic temperature swings
• Tapping the control area to make the unit start/stop can indicate a worn control

• Disconnect power before servicing; use proper PPE
• Photograph and label wire positions before removal; transfer the knob/dial and any brackets from the original control
• Install the new control in the same orientation; set to a mid setting for initial testing
• Restore power and allow up to 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize; adjust as needed

This thermostat is a temperature-sensitive switch that helps your appliance regulate its cooling cycles for consistent performance. Replacing a failing thermostat restores proper cycling and helps prevent warm spots, overcooling, or frost buildup. What it does:

• Senses temperature and opens/closes an electrical circuit at a preset threshold
• Helps control components such as the compressor, fan, or defrost heater
• Common symptoms of a bad thermostat include inconsistent temperatures, unit running constantly or not cycling, heavy frost on the evaporator, or no automatic defrost
• May show signs of damage such as brittle leads or a deformed housing

• 1 thermostat

• Disconnect power before servicing; turn off water supply if accessing near icemaker areas
• Note wire positions and transfer any clips/brackets from the original part
• Mount firmly in the original location so the thermostat senses temperature correctly; avoid pinching or stretching wires
• Restore power and verify proper cycling/defrost operation

This temperature control thermostat regulates the fresh food compartment, cycling cooling on and off to maintain your setting. Replace it if the refrigerator section won't stay cold, overcools, runs constantly, or the dial no longer responds. What it does

• Monitors refrigerator (fresh food) compartment temperature via the sensing bulb/capillary
• Opens and closes electrical contacts to control the cooling system as needed
• Helps maintain consistent temperature at the selected setting
• Common symptoms of failure: warm fridge, food freezing in fresh food section, runs nonstop or short-cycles, unresponsive or no "click" at the dial

• 1 thermostat

• Disconnect power before servicing; work with dry hands
• Note/photograph wire positions and transfer to matching terminals; reuse original mounting hardware
• Route the sensing capillary exactly as original; avoid sharp bends or kinks and secure the bulb in its clip
• After installation, set to mid setting and allow up to 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize

This cold control thermostat regulates your refrigerator's temperature by cycling cooling on and off based on air temperature at the sensing bulb. Replacing a worn control restores accurate settings and consistent cooling performance. What it does:

• Monitors compartment temperature via a capillary sensing bulb
• Opens/closes electrical contacts to start and stop the compressor (and related cooling circuits)
• Helps maintain the temperature you set on the control dial
• Failure symptoms include: unit too warm or too cold, runs continuously, won't start until the knob is moved/tapped, or erratic temperature swings

• 1 thermostat

• Disconnect power before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Note wire positions or take a photo; transfer the dial/shaft and any mounting hardware from the old control if reused
• Route the capillary bulb exactly as original; do not kink, pinch, or cut it; secure with existing clips
• After install, set to a mid setting and allow up to 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize

This electronic freezer control assembly manages the freezer's control functions and settings to help restore reliable temperature regulation and responsive controls when the original control fails. Designed as a direct replacement control module. What it does:

• Controls freezer functions and user settings by communicating with sensors and other system modules.
• Commonly replaces a failed control board when the freezer won't maintain temperature, cycles erratically, or displays control-related errors.
• Restores responsive control panel behavior when buttons or digital settings stop working.
• Used when diagnostics point to control/board faults rather than mechanical components.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair to avoid shock or damage.
• Handle the control board carefully and avoid static discharge; use antistatic precautions if available.
• Match connector locations and wire harness orientation; ensure all plugs seat fully before restoring power.
• If symptoms persist after replacement, recheck wiring, sensors, and diagnostic codes before ordering additional parts.

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.

• 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.

This thermostat is the temperature control switch that helps regulate cooling by turning the compressor or evaporator system on and off as needed, restoring proper temperature performance and reducing run time when working correctly. What it does:

• Senses temperature and opens/closes the circuit to start or stop the cooling system
• Helps maintain set temperatures by cycling the compressor or evaporator fan
• Commonly replaces a unit that causes inconsistent temperatures, constant running, or short-cycling
• Works as the primary control for the appliance's automatic temperature regulation

• Always unplug or disconnect power before accessing or servicing electrical components
• Handle any attached capillary tube gently; avoid kinks or sharp bends
• Verify correct mounting and wire connections match the original before restoring power