All Installation Instructions for Whirlpool Refrigerator ET18GKXDN01

Freezer to warm

Watched the videos and made it simple.

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Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat

Defrost Timer

Mike from DANSVILLE, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Door light switch disintegrated

Very simple fix, remove 3 screws, two connectors to the old switch

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Thomas from Roseville, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Fridge stopped cooling

I replaced the defrost relay folling instructions I read on the internet--and it still didn't work--So I replaced the compressor start relay which was easier than the defrost relay--it worked and the fridg is working good.

Parts Used:

Defrost Timer

ray from palm bay, FL
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers

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Faulty light socket

Followed the video instructions.

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Light Socket Kit

Larry from HOUSTON, TX
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Crisper drawer rail broken at one end

The rail just snapped into place with a light pressure. I worried it would require manipulation or heavy pressure and I would break the end while installing it.

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Refrigerator Crisper Drawer Rail

MARTY from GREAT FALLS, MT
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins

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Ice buildup in freezer causing leaking water into fridge section

In my case the defrost thermostat was not the problem. Not worth going through the hassle of checking the thermostat as I would have had to cut it out and test it in another freezer (while the food that was in the freezer was being stored elsewhere). I just ended up buying it and replacing it. So, like I said the defrost thermostat was NOT the issue. I ended up getting a drain tube heater strap, and have been keeping my eye on the fridge. It hasn't been long enough to say the strap fixed the problem, but all indications are pointing to that being the case.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat

Diane from Brighton, MI
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers

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Refrigerator coils froze up and 5 weeks later it got stuck in defrost.

The parts were reasonably priced, shipped promptly and received in a couple of days. I reviewed a YouTube video before starting that was beneficial. Huge savings over retail repair service. A+ replacement parts house and I would highly recommend.

Parts Used:

Defrost Timer

LES from GRAY, TN
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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Drain clogging causing water to leak bottom of fridge

After watching videos how to replace went very easy.removed ice maker cut wires replaced switch put back together now working ok so far.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat

Ted C from DSRT HOT SPGS, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Refrigeration Door Handle End Cap cracked

The repair was REALLY SIMPLE. I popped off the cap cover from the existing end cap, insert the door handle to the new end cap, screw on the new end cap with a Phillips screw driver, and then push the old cap cover back on. Took less than 10 minutes, if that.

Parts Used:

Handle End Cap Kit

Jon from Brea, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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fridge door switch did not work

I removed the switch housing (4 screws), replacing the switch in the housing was a snap. It took 5 minutes, cost $8 and light works like new!

Why didn't I order this part and do the repair earlier? Very simple.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Door Switch

stu from richmond, VA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set

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Light didnt go on

The light rocker switch wasnt working. I found the part on the web site. It was so easy. I used a screw driver to pop out the old one and pop the new one in. It took 5 min. Thanks!!!

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Door Switch

dorotea from staten island, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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End cap of fridge door had failed

Simple to unscrew and replace parts

Parts Used:

Handle End Cap Kit

Christine from WASHINGTON, DC
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Could not properly open the door wirhout the handle

I Clean the handle both top and bottom. I place the cap in place on the bottom of the handle and tap it in snug with a hammer. I then place the top of the handle back into it's original position and then I screwed the end cap in place at the bottom. EASY !!

Parts Used:

Handle End Cap Kit

Kenneth from Neptune, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Original drawer handle had cracked and the crack spread down to the body of the crisper unit.

Took out the old, cracked, crisper unit and removed the white trim piece on the handle so that we could re-use it on the new crisper unit (which, in spite of the $90+ price tag did not come with new trim). The whole thing took 3 minutes to do.

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