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Norge Defrost Heater, Icing Kit, Fountain Heater

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Norge Heater, Radiant
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP61001846

The Radiant Heater is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It is the defrost heater that provides a gentle warmth to prevent freezing and freezing within selected drawers and compartments.  Radiant Glass (Quartz), Length (Approx) - 9-1/4, 500 watts

Causes of a faulty heater can include operational wear from prolonged power on cycles. Exposure to condensation or spills may also impact insulation over time.

Symptoms include:  

  • Inadequate or ineffective temperature control in heater zones
  • Short cycling or failure to maintain set temperatures  
  • Loose connections or damage to heating coils

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

This part fixes the following symptoms
  • Freezer not defrosting
  • Fridge runs too long
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Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Defrost heater   Thomas B. • Albuquerque , NM • July 11, 2022

My freezer units back inside panel were icing up and on the refrigerator side it wasn't cooling down to the normal setting. The unit was constantly running and I knew it was one or more of three things. Defrost timer, defrost heater, or defrost thermostat. The timer was good so I ordered a new thermostat and heater from AppliancePartsPros.com. After pulling the rear panel and allowing the ice buildup to drain off, I replaced the heater and thermostat. My issue was a bad defrost heater but a ... Read more

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Norge Defrost Heater (Radiant)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP61002046

This radiant-style defrost heater melts frost from the evaporator during automatic defrost cycles. Replacing a failed heater restores airflow and helps maintain consistent temperatures while preventing ice buildup on the freezer back wall.

  • Heats the evaporator coil to clear frost/ice during the defrost cycle
  • Promotes proper airflow for stable cooling performance
  • Common fix for heavy frost on the back freezer panel, warming in the fresh food section, or a noisy evaporator fan contacting ice
  • If the element tests open (no continuity), the unit will not defrost
What's included: 1 radiant defrost heater
  • Disconnect power before servicing; allow built-up ice to melt for safe access
  • Access from the freezer by removing the rear panel; handle the glass-sheathed element carefully
  • Note wire routing and transfer any reusable shields, clips, or insulation from the original part if present
  • After replacement, verify the defrost thermostat/sensor and control initiate a defrost cycle

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Ice build up in top freezer of refrigerator   Kevin S. • Mission Viejo , CA • May 13, 2015

After watching numerous videos I was able to discern that the problem was with one of the following: the timer, the heater, or the thermostat. a short time check showed me that the timer was working so that narrowed it down to the other two. Not having the necessary tools to check those two I ordered both parts. Once the parts came and I took out the old parts it was quite evident that it was the heater since it had black burn marks on it. I decided to install the thermostat also since it... Read more

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Norge Radiant Heater
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP60106-35

Radiant Glass (Quartz), Length (Approx) - 20-1/4, 450 watts

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Amanda refrigerator too warm and its freezer too cold   Dennis K. • Pacifica , CA • November 09, 2015

I read the help guide on the AppliancePartsPros.com web site and then decided to test my defrost heater with a volt/ohm meter. I read an open circuit. I then removed the radiant heater element from the refrigerator and see nothing wrong with the element, but the connection on both sides to it, that resemble a spark plug wire to an automotive plug, was corroded to a powder making no electrical connection. I then searched for the replacement part to find that Amana discontinued the part after... Read more

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Norge Heater, Radiant (Defrost)
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP61002045

This radiant defrost heater melts ice build-up on the evaporator coil so your refrigerator can maintain proper airflow and cooling. It restores normal defrost operation and helps prevent excessive frost accumulation. What it does:

  • Radiant heating element designed to melt frost and ice from the evaporator coil during the defrost cycle
  • Restores airflow and consistent cooling when the evaporator has been restricted by ice
  • Common symptom: visible frost or ice on evaporator or in freezer compartment
  • Common symptom: poor or uneven cooling, longer run times, or a freezer that cycles abnormally
What's included:
  • One radiant defrost heater (single unit as shown)
Install notes:
  • Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock risk
  • Access typically requires removing the evaporator cover; handle evaporator fins and heater carefully
  • Inspect defrost thermostat/thermistor and defrost control components while replacing the heater — replace only the failed components

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You Evaporator was icing up and not defrosting.   Susie G. • Orange Grove , TX • August 20, 2017

I ordered all the defrost components and installed them as soon as they arrived. Installation was simple, only about 20 minutes and I was up and running. Thanks to appliancepartspros.com for a website that was easy to find the parts I was looking for. Looking forward to future business with you! Read more

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Norge Heater
Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP60106-34

Radiant Glass (Quartz), Length (Approx) - 17-3/4, 400 watts

Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You The ice was building up on both ide of the shelf seperating the refrigerator and freezer section   Raman P. • West Chester , PA • December 25, 2015

Replaced the heater coil and the Thermostat underneath the freezer floor. 1. Unplug the Power, allow the ice build-up to thaw (Use hair-dryer). 2. Remove the heavy duty Plastic Tray (Freezer Floor) very carefully (the left and right side lips of the tray are snapped behind the sides of the freezer frame, un-snap the lips using flat spatula) . Gently pull out the Tray 3 Remove the plastic shroud (cold air diverter) at the back of freezer section (after removing the screw, tuck-up the shroud to... Read more

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