Whirlpool Refrigerator EHT171TKWR2 Door sweating

This is the perimeter seal for the refrigerator's fresh food compartment door. It restores an airtight seal to keep cold air in and humid room air out, helping maintain temperature, reduce condensation, and improve overall efficiency.

• Seals the fresh food door opening to prevent air leaks
• Helps stabilize internal temperature and reduce run time
• Replace if torn, cracked, deformed, or not sealing evenly
• Symptoms can include condensation or moisture around the door, warm spots, frost near the door edge, or the door not closing fully

• Disconnect power; allow the door area and new gasket to warm to room temperature
• Soften the new gasket in warm water to relax bends before installation
• Remove the old gasket; seat the new one fully into the channel, starting at the corners—do not stretch
• Use gentle, low heat (hair dryer) to smooth waves; perform a "paper test" around the perimeter and adjust hinges if needed