Product Details
Genuine Whirlpool part. Whirlpool brands include Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Kenmore, and others.
Whirlpool also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.
Cross Reference Information
Part Number W11496884 replaces AP7033552, W11236854, W11221340, W11396167.
Description
The Control Box is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. Located inside the refrigerator cabinet, usually behind the vegetable/crisper drawers, the control box houses all of the electronic components that monitor and regulate refrigerator functions. It contains circuit boards, sensors, connectors, and other parts for powering the refrigerator and operating features like the ice maker, temperature controls, and internal lighting.
Causes of a bad control box can include moisture damage over time if leaks occur, drops or impacts that disrupt internal wiring, or normal wear of electronic parts.
Symptoms of a bad control box include:
- The refrigerator not cooling/freezing properly
- Ice maker malfunctions or failure to make ice
- Internal lights not working
- Inability to adjust temperature settings
- Randomly shutting off or tripping circuit breakers
This OEM Whirlpool replacement part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and some Kenmore models.