Wanda December 02, 2019 for Model Number 596.79142993 p1325009ww My Kenmore bottom freezer is freezing my fresh food. I replaced the evap. fan motor about a month ago then the over freezing started. There is an ice build-up on the top of the freezer. I can put it into defrost and some ice will melt. The refrigerator does seem to be running all the time.
1 Answer Wanda, the door gasket WP12550116Q may need to be inspected for a potential air leak which can cause warm air to leak into the freezer and cause the unit to attempt to correct the loss of cold air. The gasket can be tested by placing a piece of paper the size of a dollar in between the gasket and wall. When pulling the paper through, there should be resistance and if there is not, then the gasket is not sealed to the cabin. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Fred, This could be caused by the start device and overload 8201799, the defrost timer W10822278, a bad compressor W10309994, or the harness. Read More...
Will June 24, 2014 How much resistance should the meter read on a whirlpool defrost heater when operating in good condition?
1 Answer Hello Will. You need to check the heater for continuity. It should read closed for continuity. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Jim May 13, 2014 for Model Number kenmore 79172990 My freezer gets cold but frost build up in side. Bottom fridge is not getting cold. What would be the problem?
1 Answer Hello Jim. It sounds like you may have a defrost problem with the unit. If so, you will need to test the defrost heater and the defrost thermostat. They should read closed for continuity when cold. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. I will include a link at the end to assist you how to use the multi-meter if needed. If both parts are good, you will need to replace the defrost timer. Once the problem is repaired, you will need to thaw out the ice on the coils before the unit will operate properly. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Raphael February 09, 2014 for Model Number 59650392000 can i substitute defrost thermostat 10442411 for R0161088. I know they open and close at different temps, would this be an issue.
1 Answer Raphael, You would not be able to use the thermostat WP10442411 in place of the thermostat R0161088 due to temperature open and close and due to wiring differences. The R0161088 wires through the fan motor and the WP10442411 does not. The connectors are also different. Read More...
Lee February 07, 2014 for Model Number BR22VW I have an Amana Refer with bottom freezer Model BR22VW. The freezer is cool but does not freeze food. It is constantly running and seems to be in the defrost mode. I replaced the defrost thermostat, purchased from your site but that was not the issue. I have cleaned all the condenor coils and there are no obstructions for air flow. Help! and suggestions? Thank you
1 Answer Lee, You will want to check the evaporator coils to see what kind of frost pattern there is. If there is only a partial frost pattern, frost coming in on only a couple of loops, then there is a sealed system type error that would cause the issue. Also check to make sure that the evaporator fan motor is running. These would be the most likely causes for the freezer not freezing food. Read More...
Tom February 07, 2014 for Model Number PARB2109AWO / ABR2109AWR The thermostat in the photo shows L55-35F. The number on my thermostat is L55-20F. Which is correct for my model?
1 Answer Tom, according to the model information provided the defrost thermostat is part number WP10442411. This is a manufacturer replacement part and may differ in appearance but is a functional equivalent to the original. Thanks! Read More...
Poolie57 October 24, 2013 for Model Number 59679274992 A week ago I noticed frosted air coming into my fridge compartment. Because we've had a drop in tempuratures outside I thought the freezer was too cold so I turned the temp. up. Once I did that the fridge shut off, it was another day before I realized that the fridge wasn't working at all. No fan running, no motor or anything. What part would cause this?
1 Answer Hello Poolie57. You need to check and see if the unit has a bad cold control W10752646 and is not sending power to the compressor. Read More...
Bronson September 29, 2013 for Model Number gb2fhdxwq02 I was just wondering if your defrost thermostat part number ap4002415 would fit my model of refrigerator?
1 Answer Hello Bronson! No, part number WP10442411 is not suggested for your appliance. According to the model number given you'll need defrost thermostat part number WPW10165425. Thanks! Read More...
Jennifer September 04, 2013 for Model Number gsz25sgma I tested my defrost thermostat warm and it read closed. It also read closed in a cup of ice. I tested a couple times. Could the defrost thermostat be my problem if my entire fridge went warm and everything spoiled and melted. Condenser fan and evaporator fan are working.
1 Answer Hello Jennifer. No, it sounds like the control board WR55X10942C is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...