All Installation Instructions for Whirlpool Refrigerator ET8FTEXST01

Noisy condenser fan

I suggest following video supplied with order confirmation perfect fit

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Condenser Fan Motor Kit

Tom from BULLHEAD CITY, AZ
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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No problems.

Order the part and just slide the pan in.

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Refrigerator Meat Pan

Cynthia from DUCHESNE, UT
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Light rocker switch broke and refrigerator light couldn't go on.

I just popped out the old switch with a flat head screwdriver. Removed the connections and then installed new switch by reversing steps. Popped in back in and the light went on.

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Cathy from HOPATCONG, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Light switch broke

Pried out old part with screwdriver. Unplugged. When new part came, just plugged it in and pushed the part into place.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Door Switch

Carolee from Spokane Valley, WA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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The Light Socket Burned Out.

I pulled the socket out and unplugged the wires. I replaced the light socket by plugging in the wires and snapping the light socket into place. A very simple fix.

Parts Used:

Light Socket Kit

MATTHEW from STOCKTON, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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freezer handle did not fit

took the screws out of refrigerator and places handle on refrigerator and screwed them tight

Parts Used:

Door Handle Kit - White

Jonnie from Belton, TX
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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door hinge broke.

Removed door and replaced bushing bracket was ok.

Parts Used:

BRACKET-DOOR STOP,ZINC

Bernard from DONALDSONVLLE, LA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers

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Fridge won't start

When you plug in the fridge it will begin to make noise, but never get cool. When you open the door it will stop and will not turn back on.

This part is listed as one that can fix the problem, but the installation video does not match my fridge.

I've replaced the capacitor (PS11757023), the compressor start relay (PS11740412), and condenser fan (PS1957416) and none of them have fixed the problem.

I really don't want to throw this fridge out. Please help! justin@jplt.com

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Start Relay

Justin from BROOKLYN, NY
Difficulty Level:
Very Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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compressor not running

Removed the access panel on back of unit located the Run Capacitor on the compressor and removed the bad one and put the new one on and pugged refrigerator back in and it started up and works fine now

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Capacitor

Doug from Lancaster, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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I had taken freezer door off when moving and misplaced the one of the hinges.

I attached the hinge and secured it with screws and socket wrench.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Bottom Door Hinge w/Pin

Darlene from Philadelphia, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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Installed Ice Maker in Freezer

Installed ice machine components using kit and included instructions. Easy! Ran a copper line from under sink valve to back of refrigerator under the floor. Drilled two holes to run copper line. Plumber turned water off and replaced single valve with a double valve (one line to faucet and the other for the copper line). Installed shut off valve and filter at the other end of copper line. Then stainless hose to refrigerator. Everything went smooth. Double check the factory installed plastic line from the electric valve to the inlet for your freezer. Mine was barely inserted and leaked. I pushed it in all the way and it is fine now... Ice maker works really well! Wish I had done this sooner!

Parts Used:

ICE MAKER KIT-PKG ASSEMBLY (EZ

Chris from SACRAMENTO, CA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers

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Replacing Condenser Fan

I was anticipating that the fan would be facing the back of the refrigerator. It actually was perpendicular to the back. There was some difficulty removing the bolts of the fan. I persevered and was victorious.

Parts Used:

Condenser Fan Motor Kit

William from RALEIGH, NC
Difficulty Level:
Very Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set

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Freezer occasionally had a temperature alarm.Clicking noise also.

Was told capacitor was problem 90% of the time.Capacior was not the problem.Bad start relay.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Capacitor

Barry from FORD CITY, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Broken grille on front of refrigerator.

Got on floor, pulled broken parts off front of refrigerator. Clipped in new grille. Looks great!

Parts Used:

Grille

Kathleen from EUGENE, OR
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins

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gasket sagging at the bottom and was not airtight.

I followed the instructions on the video you provided with my order. Removed the freezer door and used the putty knife to loosen the old gasket and installed the new one. I'm a 77 year old female and if I can do it, so can you.

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