Curt January 03, 2019 for Model Number GS2SHEXNB00 My refrigerator use to run 3 mins and be off for 15 min, now it is running for 8 mins and off for 45 mins. The freezer and the refrigerator are to warm . it use to be set a 3, but now I have the freezer set at 7 and the refrigerator side is set a 5. I'm thinking I need a new thermostat? Curt
1 Answer Curt, Check and make sure the refrigerator is level and the rollers/feet are on solid flooring. Check the doors and door seals, make sure they close and seal properly. Check and make sure the ice dispenser door flapper closes and seals properly. Then check the refrigerator shelves and he articles, make sure the articles aren't hanging over the edges of the shelves or against to back or side walls, Check the left side of the top shelf, make sure there's nothing large or bulky blocking or redirecting the air flow from the damper assembly. Then reset the controls to mid range (4 or 5) and let the refrigerator run for 24 hours, with as few door openings as possible. Then use an accurate thermometer and check the temperature it shoul be approximately 37 dgrs. in the refrigerator and 0dgrs. in the freezer(+/- 2 dgrs.) . Read More...
Jerry R September 19, 2018 for Model Number Kenmore Refrigerator 10654619300 Compressor starts and run approximately 20 seconds , the condenser fan also run then both shut off .if i unplug unit it repeats that symptom. does this sound like a control board issue?
1 Answer Jerry, With the unit running for only 20 seconds it would be recommended to test to see if there is still power getting to the compressor. It may be a relay failure but sounds like the control board will be the issue. Read More...
Brian July 25, 2018 for Model Number Whirlpool ED5PHAs002 Does this need two of the thermister WP2188819 one for freezer and one for fridge - looks just like your excellent video Test Both with multimeter? Thanks Brian
1 Answer Brian, check the thermistors with a multi meter, at 0 degrees it should read 86.300 ohms, at 36 degrees, 29,500 ohms. Read More...
Russell July 25, 2018 for Model Number 106.55539400 Refrigerator not getting cold enough. I have replaced both thermistors and the defost temp sensor. Both condensor and evap fans running nonstop.. where else do i check?
1 Answer Russell, check for a defrost build-up in the freezer, check the compressor and see if it is running all the time, you may have a sealed system issue. Read More...
Diy June 21, 2018 for Model Number WRT519SZDW02 My Whirlpool upright top freezer is not cooling or freezing. I cleaned all the coils. All fans are working. The compressor seems to be fine. I have read the resistance on the thermistor from the freezer and get a reading of 2.4 at room temperature and 7.9 in a glass of ice water.. The thermistor from the bottom part of the refrigerator has a reads a resistance of 2.8 at room temperature and 8.1 in the glass of ice water. When I read those wires from both thermistors through the wire harness at the computer board, I do not get any reading at all. My questions are: 1. Are the thermistors good, or do they need replaced? 2. Does the wire harness need to be replaced because I am not getting the same resistance readings?
1 Answer DIY, Yes, it sounds like the thermistors are OK, as long as there is a resistance reading. The manufacturer did not publish the resistance readings for the thermistors in the tech data sheet or service manual. You can also check for 5 VDC at the CN2 connector on the main control board(across the gray and pink wires). Just be careful doing voltage checks. Yes, you should have the same resistance reading at the control board, as you do at the thermistor. The majority of the wiring harness is located inside the cabinet, and can;t be repaired or replaced, so you'll need to check the connectors and the board control terminals for loose . broken or frayed wires. Read More...
Tk March 19, 2018 for Model Number WRT318FZDW01 My readings on my thermistor is showing a resistance value of 3.5 at 20 F, would this be causing my fridge to become cold and freeze my items?
1 Answer Tk, For this issue if the resistance is 3.5K ohms at 20 degrees then this will be the issue with the unit. Read More...
T.K. March 15, 2018 for Model Number WRT318FZDW01 At room temperature what should the resistance be on a thermistor on model WRT318FZDW01?
1 Answer Hello T.K., The thermistor should read 6.2k ohms at 68°F. It should read 5k ohms at 77°F. Read More...
Alex March 09, 2018 for Model Number KBRS22KWMS4 My condenser fan is running constantly and never stops. The temperatures inside the fridge/freezer are fine and compressor seems to switch on and off. I cleaned out the dust as best as I could, but it still keeps going. Could it be a thermistor issue?
1 Answer Alex, This issue would not be caused by the thermistor but would more likely be a wiring issue or a faulty control board. Read More...
Tom January 25, 2018 for Model Number 10652704100 Is the thermistor for the refrigerator and freezer the same part number? Thank You
1 Answer Tom, Yes the thermistor WP2188819 will have both thermistors the same on both freezer and refrigerator. Read More...
1 Answer Jason, Yes the thermistor WP2188819 would be the correct part for both the freezer and refrigerator for this unit. Read More...