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My refrigerator stopped cooling and the freezer section stopped freezing
441 of 556 people
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garth from forest lake, MN
- Really Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
I knew the chances of all the freon leaking out was unlikely so I looked at the wiring to the compressor and there was a capacitor and a starter/overload so i figured I would start there. I went on line and found the parts at this site and they were less than the minimum service call charge for a service tech so I figured what the heck le
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t's give her a shot so I did give it a shot. I ordered the parts and they were there in less time than a service tech could come out and i installed the parts and guess what for 90.00 in parts and 15 minutes in time I repaired my refrigerator. Thanks guys, It took less time to order the parts than it did to make the repair so thanks, your website rocks and is very well designed so my hat is off to you guys!
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compressor didnt turn on
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gerardo from el monte, CA
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
changed the starter connected to the compressor
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Scratches in Surface
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Michelle from Richardson, TX
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
This product comes in a bottle with a brush like Liquid Paper. It goes on incredibly easy. A second coat might be needed. I wanted to prevent rust from setting in so I covered the scratches and dings. The paint is a little brighter since my washer is 10 years old but it still looks great.
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We purchased the refrigerator new - but we wanted an extra door shelf bin for more dooor storage.
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Carolynn from CASTLE ROCK, CO
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
We ordered the bin and it arrived on time. HOWEVER - the plastic bin was broken in two areas. There was NO protective padding on the bin - just a simple plastic bag and then shoved into a box.
We called customer service and the agent sent out a new one and we requested that this one be given better protective padding. She also refun ... Read more ded the first one as well as shipping costs. HOWEVER, when the 2nd bin arrived there was no padding but at least it was not broken!
Perhaps the shipping department needs to learn about Bubble Wrap - there really is no excuse for these plastic bins not to be protected..
We called customer service and the agent sent out a new one and we requested that this one be given better protective padding. She also refun ... Read more ded the first one as well as shipping costs. HOWEVER, when the 2nd bin arrived there was no padding but at least it was not broken!
Perhaps the shipping department needs to learn about Bubble Wrap - there really is no excuse for these plastic bins not to be protected..
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The Freezer defrosted and everything on the top and the bottom spoiled
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Jorge from Miami, FL
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver
i had used your web site before and i read several problems that your readers had. i went to the back of the unit, removed the bottom cover and right there the i found the run capacitor and i chaged it. since i had only ordered this part to save money i went back and ordered the Start Device which when i took it off it was completely burn
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ed. the replacement part came labeled with 2 different compressor #, so i picked the one that i had and unpluged each wire. the part may differ from the one that it's in the unit but it worked when i pluged everything back on. it also helps to take a picture of everything before removing the wires in case you have to leave it and come back later. i hope to use this refrigerator another 10 years. thank you all for your help.
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Cracked the old drawer by closing the fridge door while drawer was open
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Jason from TUCSON, AZ
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
Easy peasy. Take old drawer out, slide new drawer in. Done!
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old gasket was not sealing door would open when freezer door closed
20 of 47 people
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clive from parlin, NJ
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers, Socket set
remove door pull gasket out put new gasket in replace door
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Raise side of fridge and slide 2x4 under side with broken wheel.
5 of 6 people
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Hans from OGDEN, UT
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Socket set
Remove back side cardboard access cover. About 6 dcrews need to be removed. Remove 9/16” bolt and lower compressor tray frame down to slide out wheel axel. Place wheel in slot and replace axel. Lift compressor tray and replace 9/16” bolt. Replace cardboard cover. Remove 2x4.
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Light switch lever broke
5 of 7 people
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Stephen from LOVELAND, OH
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
Unplug refrigerator.
Pry switch out with putty knife
Remove two wires from switch
Attach wires to new switch
Push new switch into slot
Pry switch out with putty knife
Remove two wires from switch
Attach wires to new switch
Push new switch into slot
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Refer operates tp loud
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John from PLAIN CITY, UT
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Easy repair, third time in four months, same part. I don't recommend Whirlpool refer's. Stick to the washer and dryers.
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Evaporator fan motor making loud noise
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Edward from GARDNERVILLE, NV
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
Steps to replace Whirlpool evaporator fan motor
1. Watch numerous DIY Youtube videos
2. Move frozen food to refrigerator section, close refrigerator door
3. Cut power to refrigerator
4. Remove all shelves and bins in freezer section
5. Back panel has two parts, a top and a bottom section
6. Unclip small shrou ... Read more d covering screw bolt in upper left corner holding top panel. Remove screw bolt
7. Gently pull and work top panel out
8. Remove screw bolts from all four corners in lower panel and remove bottom panel
9. Verify power has been turned off
10. Unclip grounding wire
11. Unclip evaporator fan motor from power
12. Remove whole cradle holding evaporator fan motor. Note orientation of cradle. Fan blade is slightly angled toward the back of freezer. In other models, the cradle may not be removeable.
13. Remove plastic fan with firm pull
14. Unclip bottom brace to remove evaporator fan motor
15. Replace old grommets in bottom brace and on top of evaporator fan motor with the new grommets
16. Install new evaporator in cradle and clip-in the bottom brace
17. Install new fan blade on motor
18. Place cradle with new evaporator fan motor back in freezer
19. Reclip power and ground wire
20. Turn on power and test if working correctly
21. Turn off power
22. Complete steps from 8 to 2 in reverse
1. Watch numerous DIY Youtube videos
2. Move frozen food to refrigerator section, close refrigerator door
3. Cut power to refrigerator
4. Remove all shelves and bins in freezer section
5. Back panel has two parts, a top and a bottom section
6. Unclip small shrou ... Read more d covering screw bolt in upper left corner holding top panel. Remove screw bolt
7. Gently pull and work top panel out
8. Remove screw bolts from all four corners in lower panel and remove bottom panel
9. Verify power has been turned off
10. Unclip grounding wire
11. Unclip evaporator fan motor from power
12. Remove whole cradle holding evaporator fan motor. Note orientation of cradle. Fan blade is slightly angled toward the back of freezer. In other models, the cradle may not be removeable.
13. Remove plastic fan with firm pull
14. Unclip bottom brace to remove evaporator fan motor
15. Replace old grommets in bottom brace and on top of evaporator fan motor with the new grommets
16. Install new evaporator in cradle and clip-in the bottom brace
17. Install new fan blade on motor
18. Place cradle with new evaporator fan motor back in freezer
19. Reclip power and ground wire
20. Turn on power and test if working correctly
21. Turn off power
22. Complete steps from 8 to 2 in reverse
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Refrigerator did not come with enough shelves
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Carolyn from LUFKIN, TX
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
Did not need any repairs, only extra shelves..
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Wanted a storage (shelve) for the inside door of my frig
4 of 5 people
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Ernestine from NORMAL, IL
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
No repair needed. Just inserted the storage bin onto the hooks provided on the inside of the door.
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Shelf was broken on one side.
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Tammy from SHERMAN, TX
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
The repair was super easy. It took all of 10 seconds. From ordering the part to repair, I would use part select 100%! Excellent company with excellent parts. Thank you!
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cracked drawer
3 of 4 people
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cynthia from ASHEBORO, NC
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
took the old one out and put the new one in. Done
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