Whirlpool WPW10257451 Damper Control Assembly (Refrigerator) OEM Part

Product Details

Genuine Whirlpool part. Whirlpool brands include Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Kenmore, and others. See all items in Refrigerator Damper & Related.
Whirlpool also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.

Cross Reference Information

Part Number WPW10257451 replaces AP6018009, W10257451, 2117062, PS11751310.

Description

This electronic refrigerator damper control opens and closes the air passage between the freezer and fresh-food sections. It regulates airflow to help maintain the set temperature and consistent cooling across shelves.

• Meters cold air from the freezer into the refrigerator compartment
• Works with the control system to maintain target temperatures
• Common failure symptoms: warm refrigerator, items freezing in the fresh-food section, temperature swings
• May also present as clicking/grinding noises or frost buildup near the air vent

What's included: 1 damper control assembly Installation notes:

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Access is typically at the air channel between compartments; remove shelves/panels as needed
• Reuse existing screws/connectors; do not force the damper door
• Restore power and allow up to 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize