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Customer Questions and Answers for Spring, Latch by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18018531
Manufacturer Part Number: WP2198608

The Whirlpool latch spring is an OEM replacement part responsible for securing the ice container or bin in place on a refrigerator. Its main function is to provide tension and support to the ice container latch, allowing it to engage and disengage properly. When the ice container is inserted into the refrigerator's ice compartment, the latch spring ensures that it securely locks in place, preventing accidental spillage of ice.

Causes of a bad latch spring can include metal fatigue from repeated use, rust or corrosion from exposure to moisture, or physical damage from accidental impacts.

Symptoms of a bad latch spring include:

  • The ice container not staying in place and sliding out of position
  • Difficulty in properly attaching or detaching the ice container from the refrigerator
  • The ice container feeling loose or wobbly when inside the ice compartment
  • The ice container not aligning correctly with the ice dispenser or auger

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

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For Whirlpool Spring, Latch (Part Number: OEM18018531)

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Hello Jacqueline. Sorry we do not have a video at this time. We are working daily at adding new videos to our site.

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Hello Jackie. Remove ice bin. Turn crusher bin hsg. upside down. Install the release handle from the hole opening, using inner grooves/ guides to place handle/release latch. Use needle nose to put spring on one end of latch and then to finger provided for tension of spring.

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Hi Jack. Remove ice bin. Turn crusher bin hsg. upsidedown. Install the release handle from the hole opening,using inner grooves/ guides to place handle/release latch. Use needle nose to put spring on one end of latch and then to finger provided for tension of spring. The spring is part # WP2198608. There are not any written instructions. Best of luck. Thank you.

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Nicole, Yes, the bin latch and spring are located in the bottom of the crusher bin. The spring fits inside the open slot in the latch lever. Thanks and Good Luck.

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