Howard November 22, 2024 for Model Number GS6SHAXMQ00 I have a Whirlpool GS6SHAXMQ00 side by side from 2004. I'm getting ice buildup on the evaporator in the freezer constantly and need to manually defrost once a month. I've replaced the thermostat and the heater cable and still have the same problem. So, is there a way to put the unit into a forced defrost? OR is there a defrost timer on this model that I'm missing?
1 Answer Howard, the main control WPW10135090 / OEM24062230 in the compressor section would be responsible for the defrost cycle. If there is not a damaged wire in the liner, the control would be the cause of failure. Unfortunately, the control has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available. Read More...
Jp July 27, 2024 for Model Number WRS325FDAM04 Why on a whirlpool refrigerator Model: wrs325fdam04 the freezer fan works but the compressor does not work and the cooling fan does not work. The electronic board inside the fridge is new. The compressor works (tested) The cooling fan works (new) All lights work All wirers and connections checked, Is there another electronic board somewhere?
1 Answer Hello JP, thank you for contacting APP, If the Compressor and Condenser Fan are not working but the Evaporator Fan is running this will be an issue with the Unit Harness W11580023 in the machine compartment where the compressor is or a wiring issue through the cabinet of the unit. The Evaporator Fan, Condenser Fan, and Compressor share common voltage from the control board and should all be running at the same time. Read More...
Brad May 01, 2024 for Model Number 106.51123211 My freezer led was dead. I replaced it, and then both freezer and fridge lights were like strobes. Now they are both out. Sears indicates possibly 65% of the time this is the control board, which i believe is wpw10366605. Right track? Thanks, Brad
1 Answer Brad, Your issue would likely be the light modules in the refrigerator section as these are in series with the freezer light module. Read More...
Steven September 09, 2023 for Model Number KRMF706EBS01 Hello, Evaporator is not defrosting. Defrost Heater Element checks with continuity. Replaced Cooling/Defrost Control Board WPW10678033. Evaporator is still frosting up. Unit will not do a Forced Defrost when selected in the Service Diagnostics Service Test 38 - only short cycle is available, no long cycle option comes up in that Service Test. Previously Evaporator would ice up from time to time but could be cleared with a Forced Defrost cycle or two. Defrost Thermistor in Service Test 77 returns 01= Pass. Service Test 73 to test Defrost Heater Output, Thermo Fuse is not available in the Service Diagnostics. Both RF and FC compartments are holding the correct temperatures of 37 deg and 0 deg. Obviously something else that is in the circuit has failed - but what?
1 Answer Steven, With the control board having already been replaced and the unit defrosting in the diagnostic mode, this would most likely be an issue with the thermistor. Even though it is passing in diagnostics there could be a problem with it. Read More...
Judson May 30, 2023 for Model Number ED5FHEXSS00 My fridge keeps tripping the GFCI. I tried another new GFCI outlet and it still failed. After resetting the fridge runs for 10-12 hours then trips the GFCI again. I believe it is related to the defrost cycle. Last night, the GFCI would trip immediately after reset. I found the parts guide for the Defrost control board, and after researching some similar schematics I was able to find online, I unplugged the 4-Pin molex connector that has a Pink and 2-Brown wires - which should have something to do with the defrost element. When I tried to reset the GFCI, it did not trip and the fridge is running at the moment and freezer temp is 6 degrees F. Please advise on what I have isolated...I could not find the wiring schematic for my model, and am hoping you can help?
1 Answer Judson, Thanks for the question!!! This is typically caused by a leakage in the heating element WP2323198. Read More...
Mark January 13, 2022 for Model Number 106.411.52211 Temp range in the freezer varies from 6 degrees F to 44 degrees F. which part do I need to replace?
1 Answer Hello Mark, This is most likely caused by a failed relay on the defrost control board WPW10366605. Read More...
Rodney November 25, 2020 for Model Number GD5PHAXMS10 One other thing about this problem is that you can turn the frig. off and on and it will start cycling again. DOES THIS MEAN ITS STILL THE CONTROL BOARD? THANK YOU, RODNEY response from earlier question: I have a whirlpool refrigerator that goes into defrost cycle and then will not restart the compressor after that. is this usually the control board or is there a defrost timer on this model? Do you have the electrical schematic for this frig.? thanks, Rodney Rodney for Model Number GD5PHAXMS10 ANSWER Hello Rodney, the cooling/defrost cycle is controlled by the Defrost Contol Board, WPW10366605 from your description of the symptom the relay on the board is faulty.
1 Answer Hello Rodney, there is also a cold control thermostat WP2198202 that controls overall operation. To test if its the thermostat or the defrost board, the next time it stalls in defrost, unplug the ref from the outlet for a few seconds then back in, if it restarts its the defrost board, if it does not restart, turn the thermostat knob off/on and it restarts then its the cold control thermostat. Read More...
Rodney November 25, 2020 for Model Number GD5PHAXMS10 I have a whirlpool refrigerator that goes into defrost cycle and then will not restart the compressor after that. is this usually the control board or is there a defrost timer on this model? Do you have the electrical schematic for this frig.? thanks, Rodney
1 Answer Hello Rodney, the cooling/defrost cycle is controlled by the Defrost Contol Board, WPW10366605 from your description of the symptom the relay on the board is faulty. Read More...
Darryl November 09, 2020 for Model Number 106.51123211 I have a Kenmore Coldspot (model 106.51123211) side by side that has a water/Ice dispenser on the freezer door that will not dispense water or ice. It will not even engage the ice maker auger. The ice maker itself receives water and generates ice. I have checked the door switches, and dispenser switch and everything checks out. The dispenser light works and the panel lights up. I have also replaced the dispenser control board in case it was faulty. I heard that an over pressure could cause issues, but I still get nothing after I turn the water off and bleed the lines. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
1 Answer It sounds like you could have an issue at the main control. Find your tech sheet and wiring diagram and find where the voltage comes from to the auger motor the main control or dispenser control? If the main control powers auger, check the wiring from dispenser control to main control and from control to auger. Wiring at the door hinge could be an issue to look for as well. Read More...
Bob August 24, 2020 for Model Number ED5FVGXWS05 The fridge has power but wont run i was told it is the control boar how do you test the board to determine it is the problem
1 Answer Hello Bob, there are two controls that power the compressor/fans, the defrost board and the cold control thermostat, a failure of either will stop the cooling. The cold control thermostat can be tested with a multimeter for continuity in the run position. The defrost control should have 120v went tested at terminals P5 orange to P4 white. Read More...