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Customer Questions and Answers for Refrigerator Defrost Timer by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM17955633
Manufacturer Part Number: W10822278

Fixes ice buildup on freezer coils and warm fridge temps. This defrost timer regulates the automatic defrost cycle. Moderate DIY repair with video guide.

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For Whirlpool Refrigerator Defrost Timer (Part Number: OEM17955633)

Alex for Model Number ED5HVEX001

I replaced defrost timer part 2188375 with part W10822278. No instructions were included with the new timer. I connected the loose black wire to terminal #1 as per your video, which matches what I had also. When I plugged the refrigerator in, nothing happened. I waited a few minutes & nothing happened. I gave the timer one click then compressor kicked on. Just wondering if black wire goes on terminal # 1 and if does why didn't it come on? I also ohmed out the temperature dial which checks out okay.

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Hello Alex,
the defrost timer was in defrost. This is a normal occurrence and will not affect operation. The black jumper lead does go on terminal #1.

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Steve, you will need to connect the black jumper wire to the number 1 position on the timer.

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Hello Joe,
You will need to check the condenser fan motor W10822259 behind the unit by the compressor. This will also affect the cooling inside the unit.

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Hello Alex,
You will need to connect the black jumper wire to the number 1 terminal on the timer for proper operation.

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Hello Albert, the black wire would slide on timer terminal 1, then you'll slide the orange wire over it, Thanks!

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Hello Sandy,
I'm sorry but we do not have any stores. We only ship parts out. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.

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Chuck,

The black lead on the defrost timer for your unit will go to terminal number 2.

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Turner,

The black lead on the defrost timer will go to terminal number 1 on the timer.

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