Compressor Start Device Kit 8201799

Official part for Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper

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991485-4-M-Whirlpool-8201799 -Compressor Start Device Kit

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$82.09

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Compressor Start Device Kit Specifications

This kit includes the Relay, Overload and cover. The start relay briefly boosts the compressor, and then shuts off as soon as the motor gets up to speed and the Overload provides added protection for the compressor motor because, in addition to protecting against excessive current, it also protects against excessive temperature use.

Part #8201799

Manufactured by Whirlpool for Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper

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About this fix

Common problems and models this part fixes.

Really Easy

15 - 30 mins

What this part fixes:

Will Not Start
Fridge too warm
Freezer section too warm

Works with the following products:

Refrigerator

Part# 8201799 replaces these:

AP3873993, 1164371, 2188393, 2188504, 2188505, 2188506, 2188507, 22004413, 2204306, 2204307, 2204412, 2204413, 2261634, 2261635, 2261636, 2261637, 2313407, 8201799

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Did the trick and then some.

Well my thermostat was going out. This particular fridge has a history of thermostats and relays and starters. Had it fixed under warranty once. Kenmore twice. They have a great program for those not confident in diy. Didn't buy it from them either. Anyhow replaced thermostat and defrost timer about 5 to six years ago myself with parts and instructions from Parts Select. This time around I knew what was up and were to order parts. Ordered a thermostat and defrost timer. There both close together so I do them both. Did the thermostat first, fired it up and on she came. Then did the timer. I want to add for anyone doing the defrost timer. When you first turn your unit back on it may take up to ten minutes or so to kick on. Reason being I believe is your timer might be in a defrost cycle. I had that happen both times to me. Another issue I had was when the fridge kicked on it was really dimming the lights including messing with my window AC units. Also you could hear the starter clicking quite hard. Went ahead and ordered a starter and relay. Didn't have to much in guidance other then find the compressor. There attached to it. Pulled the bottom back panel and there sat the compressor on the left side. Since it had been changed before the spade connections were fine. The starter and relay slide onto prongs coming out of the compressor body. Complete time involved maybe fifteen minutes. Though I did spend another thirty minutes with the vacuum cleaner on the cooling coils. Parts Select sent me 2 relays and starters. Depending on your fridges cubic feet will determine which ones to use. Now the only thing I hear from my 19 year old fridge is the hum of the cooling fan and compressor. Quiet as a mouse and no more blackouts when it kicks on. She still will hit 10 below in the freezer and keeps my fridge between 33 and 32 degrees. I keep it that cold because here in the south especially on weekends the fridge gets opened and closed a bunch. Even after an active day she still stays below 40.Thank you Parts Select.

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15 - 30 mins

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Compressor would not operate, very hot.

9 of 11 people found this instruction helpful.

Roman from Seymour, MO
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers

Removed back cover, noticed the start relay was a Klixon figured it was bad(they don't make a good relay);
Checked voltage going to compressor: 115V;
Checked ohms: C-S-R 4.3-4.2-4.5;
Checked ground: open;

Replaced start relay.
Compressor fired right up when plugged in.

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freezer and fridge would not get cold

7 of 9 people found this instruction helpful.

Ryan from Hudson, NC
Really Easy
15 - 30 mins
Nutdriver, Screw drivers

Take off back lower fridge cover. Removed old startup device. Installed new 2 piece device. Done

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cOMPRESSOR WOULD NOT START

8 of 14 people found this instruction helpful.

Marvin from New Iberia, LA
Really Easy
1- 2 hours
Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set

Replaced the start Kit , cleaned the condenser coils with a two ft length of 1/2" copper tube taped to the vaccum hose, vaccumed the area at the compressor( this took about 1/2 hour) replaced the cardboard back . (corrected)

The refrigerator works fine. Thanks

Marvin (BUGS) Rentrop

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Refriderator compressor would not start

15 of 16 people found this instruction helpful.

Lisa from Littleton, CO
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Less than 15 mins
Nutdriver

Pulled cardboard cover off back of ref to access the compressor compartment. Unplugged appliance, and pull the start device and overload off of compressor. Replaced both parts received from Partselect.com. Refrigerator works great now.

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Refrigerator was clicking from underneath and not cooling or freezing.

28 of 32 people found this instruction helpful.

Anne from Middletown, NJ
Easy
15 - 30 mins
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set

First I turned off my refrigerator, called for service, and had the problem diagnosed as a bad start relay. The repairman checked the compressor to see if it too was bad. The compressor was fine so I ordered the part I needed from PartSelect. After receiving the new start relay and overload from PartSelect, I unplugged the refrigerator, p ... Read more

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Fan and Light working but would not cool down inside

13 of 16 people found this instruction helpful.

Michael from Yuma, AZ
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Less than 15 mins
Nutdriver

This problem first accrued when the unit was under warranty and the repair person told me this would happen again. This technician told me how to troubleshoot the problem and sure enough the Compressor Start Relay was bad again. For starters I moved the refrigerator out from the wall and cabinets. I unplugged the wall cord from the rec ... Read more

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Refrigerator stopped cooling

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Michael from Grand Prairie, TX
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30 - 60 mins
Pliers, Screw drivers

First I called a repair man to diagnos the problem. He said it was the starter relay and gave me a quote for $300.
I looked online and found the part at PartSelect for $55 delivered.
I took the back panel off the fridge, unplugged the appliance to stop the flow of electricity (forgot to do that once) and after ensuring the elec ... Read more

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DIY Questions and Expert Answers

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Barry - For model number 6D25DIXHW02

October 8, 2019

Stopped cooling, fan is running but does not appear compressor is kicking on.

Hello Barry, thank you for writing. This is likely due to either a faulty Overload and Relay Assembly, part number PS11742477, or this Compressor Start Device, part number PS991485 for your model. Good luck with your repair!

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Ken - For model number ED25UEXHW00

November 15, 2018

Refrigerator will only kick on if i turn it off and back on again, from the control on the inside. Is this a good part to start with to correct?

Hello Ken, Thank you for the question. You may have an issue with the Thermostat Assembly, PartSelect Number PS11739232. This thermostat assembly is used in refrigerator units and freezers as a sensor. The thermostat senses the temperature increase in the evaporator during the cycle of defrosting and turns off when ice is melted. If you have any of the following symptoms, replacing your appliance could solve the problem: fridge does not start, is too warm, too cold, runs too long, or will not start. Both the Thermostat and Start Device can be tested with a Multi Meter. Hope this helps, good luck with this repair!

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Refrigerator Thermostat Assembly

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David - For model number 10659512990

June 30, 2021

Is this the right start device kit for my refrigerator?

Hello David, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number: PS991485. we hope this helps!

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Dana - For model number KSRS25QGBL03

August 9, 2023

I am replacing the "Overload & relay assembly. The wire colors are not the same. It calls out a RED, WHITE, BLUE connection however, I have a BLACK wire instead of BLUE. Do I assume the BLACK goes in place of where the BLUE connects on this new setup?

Hello Dana, thank you for reaching out. We have found that the blue wire is connected to the capacitor. If the black wire for your model is connected to the capacitor, you may use it instead of the blue wire. We hope this information is useful!

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Dana - For model number KSRS25QGBL03

August 10, 2023

I'm at a point where I replaced 5 parts to finally get both sides operational again. The final part was COMPRESSOR STARER KIT which is completely different than original part. QUESTION: If this is wired incorrectly OR the DEFROST TIMER jumper, would the compressor tank itself become HOT to the touch? I still have the back off and nervous how hot this gets.

Hello Dana, thank you for getting in touch. According to our research, if the wires are interchanged, then the compressor will fail to start because the ohmic value of the capacitive reactance conveyed to the start winding will be very high. Hence, the compressor will suffer very low current for its start winding, rendering very poor starting torque. We hope this information helps!

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