WPW10383615 Whirlpool Refrigerator Thermistor
The Refrigerator Temperature Sensor gauges the temperature inside the freezer or refrigerator and relays the information to the electronic control board, triggering the compressor. If your appliance is too cold or not cold enough, the temperature sensor may be shorted out and replacing the sensor may alleviate these issues. Note that your appliance has two temperature sensors (also called thermistors) – one in the fresh food compartment and one in the freezer. Replacing this part will require basic hand tools, some disassembly of the appliance and novice repair experience. You must unplug the appliance or shut off the house circuit breaker before installing this part.
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• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Refrigerator Temperature Sensor
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver and wire splicers
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Refrigerator Temperature Sensor
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver and wire splicers
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The Refrigerator Temperature Sensor gauges the temperature inside the freezer or refrigerator and relays the information to the electronic control board, triggering the compressor. If your appliance is too cold or not cold enough, the temperature sensor may be shorted out and replacing the sensor may alleviate these issues. Note that your appliance has two temperature sensors (also called thermistors) – one in the fresh food compartment and one in the freezer. Replacing this part will require basic hand tools, some disassembly of the appliance and novice repair experience. You must unplug the appliance or shut off the house circuit breaker before installing this part.
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Refrigerator Temperature Sensor
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver and wire splicers
Part Specification
• This product is a Factory Certified Part. These three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance. Time tested engineering that meets our strict quality specifications
• This product is a replacement part
• Package contains (1) Refrigerator Temperature Sensor
• Tools Needed: Multi screwdriver and wire splicers
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- W10383615
1. Unplug the refrigerator and remove all items from the refrigerator compartment.
2. Locate and remove the two screws on the trim panel inside the refrigerator, just above the top shelf.
3. Pull out the trim panel and you will see the thermistor underneath it.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the thermistor.
5. Remove the mounting clip from the old thermistor.
6. Take your new WPW10383615 Whirlpool Refrigerator Thermistor and slide the wiring harness into place.
7. Secure the new thermistor with the mounting clip.
8. Slide the trim panel back into place and secure it with the two screws.
9. Plug the refrigerator back in and check that the temperature is cooling correctly.
10. After you have verified that the temperature is correct, you’re finished!
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 and remove the two screws on the trim panel inside the refrigerator, just above the top shelf.
3. Pull out the trim panel and you will see the thermistor underneath it.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the thermistor.
5. Remove the mounting clip from the old thermistor.
6. Take your new WPW10383615 Whirlpool Refrigerator Thermistor and slide the wiring harness into place.
7. Secure the new thermistor with the mounting clip.
8. Slide the trim panel back into place and secure it with the two screws.
9. Plug the refrigerator back in and check that the temperature is cooling correctly.
10. After you have verified that the temperature is correct, you’re finished!
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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