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 Switch.
Whirlpool also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.
Cross Reference Information
Part Number WP2149705 replaces AP6005839, W11439253, 2149705, 0056777, 0311175, 1105461, 1116849, 1123922, 1123923, 14211289, 2149704, 2219875, 2313410, 2321287, 438889, 99989716, PS11738900, R0950216, W10683583, Y0056777, Y0311175.
Description
The Light Switch is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This switch is responsible for controlling the refrigerator's interior light, turning it on when the door is opened and off when it is closed.
Symptoms of a failing refrigerator light switch include:
- The interior light staying on when the refrigerator door is closed
- The light not activating when the refrigerator door is opened
- Intermittent or flickering light due to a loose connection or faulty switch
Causes of light switch failure typically involve mechanical wear from repeated use, accumulation of dirt or debris that can interfere with the switch mechanism, or electrical issues such as short circuits.
This OEM part is also compatible with other brands manufactured by Whirlpool, including Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, and others.
This part fixes the following symptoms