The Whirlpool light bulb is an OEM replacement part responsible for providing illumination within the appliance, typically found in the interior of a refrigerator or oven. This incandescent bulb features a small screw-in base and clear glass. It operates at 120 volts and has a power rating of 25 watts. Its primary function is to emit light when the appliance's door or lid is opened, allowing users to see and access the contents inside.
Causes of a bad light bulb can include regular wear and tear from frequent use, electrical surges, or damage from handling. Over time, light bulbs naturally burn out and require replacement to maintain adequate lighting inside the refrigerator.
Symptoms of a bad light bulb include:
- The refrigerator or freezer compartment being dark when the door is opened
- Flickering or dim lighting
- A completely non-functional light bulb
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Bad refrigerator light socket Russell R. • Tulsa , OK • December 14, 2014
Dropped light panel by removing two screws with socket set. Unplugged two terminals and unclipped the light socket from the base. Then just clipped the new socket onto the base, plugged the connectors onto the terminals and remounted the base. Total job was less than 15 minutes.
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