Temperature Control, Cold Control
Genuine Frigidaire part
By: Frigidaire
Part Number: 216714601
Freezer won't cool or runs constantly? This temperature control thermostat regulates cooling cycles to maintain proper temperature. Moderate DIY repair.
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Freezer would not run Jeffrey B. • East Syracuse , NY • March 12, 2014
Replaced the temp control
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Genuine Frigidaire part
By: Frigidaire
Part Number: 297216019
This mechanical temperature control thermostat regulates your unit's cooling by cycling the compressor on and off to maintain the set temperature. Replace a failed cold control when temperatures drift, cycling is erratic, or the knob no longer responds.
- Monitors cabinet temperature via a sensing bulb and opens/closes electrical contacts to control cooling
- Helps restore consistent temperatures and normal run times
- Typical failure symptoms: too warm or too cold, runs constantly or won't start, no change when adjusting the control
- May cause intermittent cooling or short cycling as it wears
What's included: 1 temperature control thermostat Installation notes:
- Disconnect power before servicing
- Access the control housing; note/photograph wire locations and transfer them one at a time
- Route the sensing capillary exactly as original; do not kink or sharply bend the tube; secure the bulb in its original location
- Set the control to a mid setting and allow temperatures to stabilize before fine-tuning
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Cold control. John C. • Homer , NY • December 12, 2020
Removed the panels the control was in. Snapped out the old one Snapped in the new one easy to do.
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Genuine Ge part
By: Ge
Part Number: WR09X10104
Fridge won't cool or runs constantly? This temperature control thermostat senses compartment temp and cycles the compressor. Moderate DIY repair.
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Refrigerator continued running at the lowest setting. Roland R. • Clinton , TN • July 24, 2023
Replaced the thermostat.
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: 4389248
This thermostat is a temperature-sensitive switch that controls power to cooling components as temperatures change. Replacing a worn thermostat restores consistent cycling and more accurate temperature regulation, helping the appliance maintain stable performance. What it does:
- Senses temperature and opens/closes electrical contacts at set points
- Regulates operation of key cooling components to maintain target temperature
- Helps prevent overcooling, overheating, and erratic cycling
- Failure signs include: no cooling, overcooling, temperature swings, unit runs continuously, or short-cycling
What's included:
Install notes:
- Disconnect power before servicing; verify no voltage is present
- Access the thermostat location; label/photograph wire positions and transfer one at a time
- Install in the same position and orientation as the original to ensure proper thermal response
- Restore power and confirm proper cycling and temperature control
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My whirlpool upright freezer was running 10 or 12 degrees below zero and i could never catch it shut off no matter where i set the dial Floyd P. • Jay , OK • August 14, 2015
I ordered a new thermostat one morning and received it the next morning by FedEx, talk about fast service! I replaced the thermostat that afternoon and the freezer has been working good, holding the temperature at zero or 2 below and cycling OK.
Thank you for the good service.
Floyd Pramberg
Jay, OK
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP2161460
Fridge not cooling or running constantly? This fresh food thermostat cycles cooling on and off. Replace if your refrigerator won't stay cold or overcools.
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP61005516
Refrigerator not cooling or running constantly? This temperature control thermostat cycles the cooling system to maintain proper food temperatures.
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Maytag refrigerator would not cycle back on after cycling off unless I tapped the bottom of the control location which housed the freezer temp control and defrost timer Coleman B. • Mount Olive , MS • March 20, 2014
I first replaced the defrost timer but that did not fix the problem. Then I replaced the freezer temperature control and it has been working fine so far (about 1 week).
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Genuine Ge part
By: Ge
Part Number: WR50X10104
Refrigerator not cooling or freezing? A faulty temperature control thermostat prevents proper temperature regulation. Straightforward DIY repair part.
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My 50 yr old fridgedaire refrigerator was not maintaining temperature Robert B. • Butler , PA • March 28, 2016
The refrigeration system still worked, at times the fridge/freezer would get to 28F/-20F respectively. The thermostat was not regulating. I ordered a replacement thermostat, installed and the fridge/freezer are holding at 35F/10F respectively at the initial settings.
Additionally, I have ordered two replacement parts for my Kitchenaide dishwasher, a soap dispenser because the original plastic tab had broke and would not remain shut and a printed circuit board that a burnt resistor. ...
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Genuine Frigidaire part
By: Frigidaire
Part Number: 216714600
Freezer won't shut off or stop cooling? This temperature control thermostat cycles the compressor on and off to maintain set temps. DIY repair.
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: 61005438
Food freezing or fridge too warm? This temperature control thermostat monitors and regulates refrigerator temperature for consistent cooling performance.
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP4-35940-001
Freezer not maintaining temperature or running constantly? This mechanical thermostat senses internal temperature and cycles the system to restore control.
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Chest freezer thermostat went bad Robert W. • Alex City , AL • July 04, 2025
Replaced the thermostat with a new one.
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Genuine Ge part
By: Ge
Part Number: WR09X10196
Refrigerator not cooling or running constantly? This temperature control thermostat cycles the compressor to maintain proper temperatures. DIY fix.
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: R0161092
This electronic freezer control assembly manages the freezer's control functions and settings to help restore reliable temperature regulation and responsive controls when the original control fails. Designed as a direct replacement control module. What it does:
- Controls freezer functions and user settings by communicating with sensors and other system modules.
- Commonly replaces a failed control board when the freezer won't maintain temperature, cycles erratically, or displays control-related errors.
- Restores responsive control panel behavior when buttons or digital settings stop working.
- Used when diagnostics point to control/board faults rather than mechanical components.
What's included: One freezer control assembly Install notes:
- Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair to avoid shock or damage.
- Handle the control board carefully and avoid static discharge; use antistatic precautions if available.
- Match connector locations and wire harness orientation; ensure all plugs seat fully before restoring power.
- If symptoms persist after replacement, recheck wiring, sensors, and diagnostic codes before ordering additional parts.
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Amana sxd26vw refrigerator side intermittently not cooling Donald K. • Lake Jackson , TX • February 02, 2016
I have an Amana refrigerator model SXD26VW. Periodically I was having an issue with refrigerator side not seeming like it was getting cool enough. I placed a thermometer in the fridge and was measuring temperatures ranging between 33 and 50 degrees F. Often, when the temperature was above 40 F, I noted that the compressor and fans were not running. Researching possible causes on-line, must likely causes were defrost timer and refrigerator temperature control assembly. I decided my...
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: WP61002043
Fix a refrigerator that runs constantly or won't maintain proper temperature. This cold control thermostat regulates cooling cycles. DIY repair.
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The thermostat in my refrigerator was sticking both on and off. William P. • Boyertown , PA • March 15, 2014
I ordered a new one from AppliancePartsPors.com which I got the next day, and installed it.
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Genuine U-Line part
By: U-Line
Part Number: 80-54228-00
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Thermostat failed in wine cooler. Robin C. • Alpine , CA • October 13, 2017
Replace cap tube thermostat control.
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Genuine Whirlpool part
By: Whirlpool
Part Number: W11176247
Refrigerator not cooling properly or running constantly? This temperature control thermostat regulates compressor cycles to restore proper cooling performance.
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Genuine Ge part
By: Ge
Part Number: WR09X30047
Refrigerator not cooling consistently or food spoiling? This temperature control thermostat monitors temps and cycles cooling to maintain your setpoint.
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