The Thermostat is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This component is crucial for regulating the internal temperature of the refrigerator, ensuring that food and beverages are stored at the correct temperature for optimal freshness and safety. The thermostat monitors the temperature inside the refrigerator and signals the cooling system to turn on or off to maintain the desired temperature.
You should replace the thermostat if it becomes faulty or unresponsive. Causes of a bad thermostat can include regular wear and tear from frequent use, electrical issues, or exposure to extreme temperatures. Over time, these factors can lead to the thermostat failing to accurately monitor or control the refrigerator's temperature.
Symptoms of a bad thermostat include:
- The refrigerator not maintaining the correct temperature
- Food items freezing or spoiling faster than usual
- The refrigerator running constantly or not running at all
- Inconsistent temperature readings or fluctuations inside the refrigerator
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Whirlpool side by side. Stopped cooling- both sides could use the temp control slider to restart (sometimes had to wait or would take multiple tries) would eventually fail again Matt K. • Lancaster , NY • May 13, 2021
First I thought it was the defrost timer (talking to a friend). Replaced as $30+ dollar part and cheaper than a service call. Unfortunately, that did not help. Did some google searches and came across ApplicancePartsPros.com. They had a ton of useful information from chat availability to videos. Through the chat, we determined most likely it was the thermostat.
I ordered it with expedited shipping and it shipped the same day and arrived earlier than expected. However, the part looked...
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