WP12729128 Whirlpool Defrost Heater
The Refrigerator Defrost Heater Assembly melts frost from the evaporator of the appliance throughout the automatic defrost cycle that occurs during normal operation. If the evaporator is freezing up and affecting the performance of the refrigerator, replacing the defrost heater may alleviate this issue. Remove the shelving and the rails in your freezer to gain access to the part behind the back panel. Installing this part will require basic hand tools, minor disassembly of the refrigerator and novice repair experience. Remember to unplug the refrigerator or shut off the house circuit breaker for the appliance before installing this part.
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The Refrigerator Defrost Heater Assembly melts frost from the evaporator of the appliance throughout the automatic defrost cycle that occurs during normal operation. If the evaporator is freezing up and affecting the performance of the refrigerator, replacing the defrost heater may alleviate this issue. Remove the shelving and the rails in your freezer to gain access to the part behind the back panel. Installing this part will require basic hand tools, minor disassembly of the refrigerator and novice repair experience. Remember to unplug the refrigerator or shut off the house circuit breaker for the appliance before installing this part.
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- 12729128
1. Before replacing the WP12729128 Whirlpool Defrost Heater, make sure to unplug your refrigerator from the power outlet and shut off the water as well.
2. Locate the defrost heater on the back wall of your refrigerator’s interior.
3. Carefully remove the insulation around the heater, being sure to mark the placement of each removed piece.
4. Unscrew the two nuts located directly next to the old defrost heater.
5. Pull the old defrost heater out of the wall.
6. Insert the new WP12729128 Whirlpool Defrost Heater into the wall and screw the two nuts back onto the unit.
7. Re-assemble the insulation in its original arrangement around the heater.
8. Plug the refrigerator back into the outlet and turn on the water.
9. Run a test cycle to ensure the new replacement heater is working properly.
Please keep in mind, these instructions are for general guidance and should always be used in conjunction with the manufacturer's manual, if available.
2. Locate the defrost heater on the back wall of your refrigerator’s interior.
3. Carefully remove the insulation around the heater, being sure to mark the placement of each removed piece.
4. Unscrew the two nuts located directly next to the old defrost heater.
5. Pull the old defrost heater out of the wall.
6. Insert the new WP12729128 Whirlpool Defrost Heater into the wall and screw the two nuts back onto the unit.
7. Re-assemble the insulation in its original arrangement around the heater.
8. Plug the refrigerator back into the outlet and turn on the water.
9. Run a test cycle to ensure the new replacement heater is working properly.
Please keep in mind, these instructions are for general guidance and should always be used in conjunction with the manufacturer's manual, if available.
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