All Installation Instructions for Whirlpool Refrigerator GAFZ21XXRK02

Broke light switch while cleaning

use kitchen knife to pry out. replaced switch assemble and pressed back into place. Could not have done this with out help from previous customers. Thanks

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Gail from Golden, CO
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Screws are a bit small and short for the job

Using a screwdriver

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Screw

Screw - 8-32 X 1-1/4

Sheryll Lawrence from BRONX, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 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.

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Light Socket Kit

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

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Bottom Door Hinge with Pin

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

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No cold

Like you video

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Capacitor

Jacqueline from LEXINGTON PK, MD
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers

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Plugged it in.

Not so good that was not the problem. Fan is not seized and all the lights work and display is not on but lights up as well. No start once plugged back in after 15 minutes of being unplugged. Nothing same no change.

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Capacitor

Adam from GLOVERSVILLE, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Light switch broke off

We looked up the problem online with the model number of the refrigerator. We ordered the part and followed the video installation that was sent with the order and was found online prior to purchasing

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Kathy from TEMECULA, CA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers

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The evaporator had become noisy

Disassembled the inside back cover and the motor was in a easy location to unbolt and bolt in the new motor. The fan blade is just pressed in place, so you will need a slight pry to remove it.

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Evaporator Motor

Patrick from KIMBALL, MI
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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light did not work on the refrigerator side

bulbs were not burnt out. received the new switch in a few days. watch the short video, was good to see how it comes out. used a putty knife to release the defective switch, removed wires put them on the new one and posed the new switch back in. Not bad Part cost $11.00 7 dollars shipping so for 17 bucks it works great. nice to see what is inside the refer!

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Refrigerator Door Switch

David from GROVESPRING, MO
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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My refrigerator would not defrost.

The first part I changed was the defrost timer but it did
not solve the problem, I replaced the bi-metal defrost sensor
and I have the same problem.

I can defrost by turning the clock manually and heater works.

problem.

Parts Used:

Bimetal Defrost Thermostat

Eddie from BRONSTON, KY
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Freezer was working but fridge was barely cooling. Look further into how to test thermostat.

I just replaced my defrost thermostat after using the place-in-ice-water method, and I think it may not have been necessary. My timeline: my fridge was not getting cold enough. I realized it the day before going on a trip. I vacuumed the (very dusty) coils at the bottom, and the next morning the fridge seemed colder, but I thought I should order parts just in case. I ordered a heater and a thermostat. The fridge seemed to be operating normally when I returned from my trip, but I had the parts, so I thought I'd go ahead and dismantle the freezer and test the existing parts. My intention was to return both parts if the old ones passed the tests. I opened up the back of the freezer and there was no ice on the fins. I thought, great, the existing heater works! I cut out the thermostat, placed it in ice water, and didn't get continuity. So I decided to go ahead and put in the new thermostat. Because I'm not experienced with using a multimeter, I thought I'd test the new thermostat to see how the test should work. To my surprise, the new thermostat also failed the test! Stumped, I thought I might as well install the new thermostat, since I had opened the package and couldn't return it.
Further internet research suggests the place-in-ice-water method of testing is not adequate. One YouTube video by Parts Dr says to place the part in a working freezer. I froze my old thermostat and tested it; still no continuity. This thermostat may not be typical, though. The video discussed the temperature ratings on thermostats. The temperature rating on both (old and new) thermostats is L8.9-16.7C. That converts to 48-63 degrees fahrenheit, which obviously are not freezing temperatures. I'm not convinced I needed a new thermostat, but I trusted the videos I consulted earlier.
I cleaned the fridge thoroughly, so at least now I have a nice clean fridge to show for my efforts.

Parts Used:

Bimetal Defrost Thermostat

Bonnie E from MODESTO, CA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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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

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