Where is the defrost switch on a Whirlpool refrigerator?
Where is the defrost switch on a Whirlpool refrigerator?
The defrost thermostat is located behind the back panel in the freezer section. Once your refrigerator has been unplugged, the next step is to give yourself clear access to that back panel.
Why isn't my refrigerator defrosting?
If the refrigerator does not defrost, the defrost thermostat might be defective. ... When the cooling coils become cold enough, thermostat sends signal to defrost heater to turn on. If the thermostat is defective it may not be able to sense the temperature of coils and then won't turn on the defrost heater.Jul 14, 2015
How do I force my Whirlpool fridge to defrost?
To run a forced defrost cycle open the refrigerator door or doors if your refrigerator is a french door model. Then hold down the door switch or switches, the display should go blank. Next press the refrigerator temperature (-) button 3 times in 10 seconds and release the door switches.
What makes a Whirlpool refrigerator freeze up?
When this humid air passes over the cold evaporator coils, it condenses and freezes on the coils. If humid air is continually leaking into the freezer, the evaporator coils ice over too quickly, and the defrost cycle isn't able to keep up.
Why is my freezer not self defrosting?
If the defrost sensor fails to shut off the defrost heater, the fuse will blow in order to shut off the defrost heater. If the defrost sensor fuse blows, the defrost system will not work, and the refrigerator will not defrost. ... If either the defrost sensor or fuse does not have continuity, replace the defrost sensor.
How do I know if my refrigerator defrost is bad?
- Defrost heater is good if it has continuity between the leads and no continuity to ground.
- The defrost termination switch (thermostat) is good if it has continuity when cooled below 40 degrees.
How long does it take to defrost a Whirlpool fridge?
If you switch the freezer off and then leave the doors open, you should allow 24 hours to allow the freezer to defrost completely.Jul 11, 2018