This kit has been redesigned and the wiring may be different than the original. It will possibly need to be installed by an appliance repair person.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Will Not Start | Freezer section too warm | Fridge too warm | Fridge and Freezer are too warm
This part works with the following products:
Refrigerator.
This part works with the following products:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Estate.
Part# 8201786 replaces these:
AP3885081, 1177466, 2188829, 2188830, 2188832, 2188833, 2188844, 2188845, 2188846, 2188847, 2212193, 2212194, 2216697, 2216722, 2220474, 2220475, 2220476, 2220477, 8201531, 8201532
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Donald Dykes
August 13, 2017
Compressor comes on runs about 30 sec. Then cuts off hope its the relay
For model number edogtqxkqoo
Hello Donald, you can test the relay and the capacitor with a multimeter to determine which is at fault. Hope this helps!
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Silvana
April 6, 2018
Please confirm for what capacity is this piece with part number 2188830 , is it for 1/3, ¼ or ½?
Hi Silvana,
Thank you for your question. This capacity for this compressor start device can be used for both 1/3 and 1/4 Hp compressors. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Steve
April 16, 2018
Refrigerator is cold but evaporator fan runs constantly. Condenser coil is clean. Any help would be appreciated.
Hi Steve,
Thank you for your question. The evaporator fan is used to draw air over the evaporator coil and circulate the cold air throughout the fresh food and freezer compartments. If the evaporator fan does not work then the control thermostat or sensor may not correctly sense the temperature and the compressor will continue to run longer than normal. The fresh food and freezer compartment temperatures will increase as well. The evaporator motor and fan are located in the freezer compartment and you can normally here the motor or feel the air movement when running. If you suspect that the fan motor is not running properly, then turn off the refrigerator and remove the evaporator fan cover. Verify that the fan blade is secure and that the motor is not seized. You can check the motor for continuity with a multi-meter. You can also verify that power is applied to the motor when the compressor is running. This is a live voltage check and should only be performed by a qualified person. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Anthony
August 29, 2017
Compressor not coming on at all. Should i be able to measure voltage on the power connector that plugs into the compressor start module? 2 wires, red and white, i get no voltage there? Everything else seem to have power, inside light, lights on front freezer door will come on when switched to on. I have continuity on the module when testing with meter, just seems no power is getting to it.
For model number IS25AGXRQ00
Hello Anthony, thank you for contacting us. This sounds like its going to be either the start device or the capacitor on the compressor. It needs these parts to help boost the power to start up. The start device and the capacitor can be tested with a multi-meter to determine which is at fault. Hope this helps!
After hurricane irma, plugged refrig back in after power restored. No cooling. Everything is working, lights, fan, etc. Compressor is hot but not running. How does one check the starting capacitor and the starting kit device. Or is the starting device working since the compressor is getting voltage as it is hot to touch?
For model number ED5FHEXMS10
Hi Murray,
Thank you for your inquiry. To verify which part is causing the issue you will need to use a multimeter to check the continuity of each part. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Gary
March 5, 2018
Does not start but when i unplug for awhile retry it starts but have to keep temp control cranked
For model number 106.41212100
Hello Gary, thank you for your question. The first parts you will want to check in regards to this issue are the Compressor Start Device Kit Part Number: 8201786, Capacitor Part Number: WPW10662129 and the Thermostat Assembly Part Number: WP2198202. I hope this helps!
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Michael
May 21, 2019
My start relay burned out. I have compressor egy80 style 2. Instructions say to use part 2187145. I am not sure which part that is. There are two parts one with a red dot and one with a black dot,
For model number ksru22fkwh01
Hello Michael, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS371273. Hope this helps!
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Mike
December 10, 2019
My fridge cools but then it stops and warms up like the defrost thermostat or control board but i replaced them . It comes on when i hit the side of the fridge and blows cool air and did that before i replaced the parts above. As of last night it came on only for a minute then shut down and would not come on when i hit the side. As of this morning it was about 45 degrees. Can you advise what part you think it might be?Thanks
mike smith
For model number ed5ghexnt00
Hello Mike and thanks for writing.
It certainly sounds like a faulty Compressor starter PS993073 test and replace if needed. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime. Also, check the wiring for any possible loose connections.
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James
February 13, 2020
My compressor will not turn on?
For model number ED5FHGXKT00
Hello James, Thank you for the question. In most cases if the Compressor will not start, the Compressor Start Device Kit, PartSelect Number PS993073 will need to be replaced. We hope this helps.
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James
March 26, 2020
KitchenAid model ksrb22fkss03, no cooling, both fans run, compressor will not start. Is their a way to test start relay?
For model number KSRB22FKSS03
Hello James,
Thank you for your question. Yes, you can use a tool called a multimeter to test the voltage on the start relay to see if it is defective. We hope this helps.
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Average Repair Rating: 4.2 / 5.0, 27 reviews.
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Replace Compressor Start relay
Open back panel bottom cover (4ea 1/4" metal screws) of appliance and located compressor. A little extra cleaning of all the dust accumulated over coils to allow better airflow. This was a lot more to do than just the relay, I had to elevate the fridge 6" or so to get access to the coils, tight area to get vacuum into. The relay is easy to reach then connected to compressor by contact Pins. Relay was secured by small wire clip, Removed wire clip and relay with Capacitor mounted to top was removed by pulling it straight out (with a little wiggling) and the two wire plug then removed. Needed a small screw driver to release pin locks on the plug. With relay removed it displayed same symptoms as noted on other repairs on the site. Lose insulator material fell out of relay and rattled. (not a good thing).. Before replacing selected the correct relay for this compressor (3 in kit) matches noted in instructions from kit and simply reversed the removal. It took a while for fridge to cool again. All works fine, maybe even a little better. Cleaning helps.
I was first reluctant to start poking around, as I am limited in my handyman skills. However, not wanting to spend a lot of money, I decided to get my hands dirty. I quickly identifed the problem being the run capacitor and overload protector. I then identified the parts I needed to order using partselect.com and looked at user stories. I was confident this would work. Ordered the parts (YOU NEED TO ORDER TWO PARTS!) and began replacement. However, one of the prongs that the part connects to, broke in half. I was able to fashion a copper sheath to serve a conductor and to my amazement it worked. Had that hiccup not occurred, this would have been a mighty easy fix. Everything about this site helped and defintely gave me a "Tim the Toolman Taylor" boost of confidence.
Trevor from Katy, TX
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers
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starter motor burnt out
removed old starter. re prepped connectors for ALL LEADS. PLUGGED IN DEVICE AND TURNED ON. DESIRED TEMPS IN SIX-SEVEN HRS.
James A. from Monroe, NY
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Refrigerator and freezer stopped cooling.
The repair was incredibly easy. The only reason it took me so long to do it was that the instruction sheet did not make it clear that the parts supplied covered 4 possibilities. It took me a long time to realize that in my case (the discrete) I only needed to use the separate relay, one of the funny shaped parts, the jumper wire, and the cover, but not either of the combo versions. Maybe I'm dense or just too cautious. However, once installed, the fridge started up and is working fine.
Norman from Albuquerque, NM
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers
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compressor quit working
Really simple clear instructions with photos. With this the repair was quick and easy simply remove the bad relay and replace with the correct one. Great delivery time with terrific instructions.
Harry and Janet from Austin, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Refrigerator stop getting cold.
After removing the bottom back, I notice a clicking noise every 30 second to 1 minute. The sound was coming from the side of the compressor, the compressor starter. After removing the starter and opening it up, I was able to see that the inside was burned out. I ordered the part online, received it within 3 business day, replaced the part within 15 minutes. That was the problem, refrigerator works like new and I saved myself at least $200.
Darnell from Buford, GA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Wrench set
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Refridgerator and freezer both warm, not cooling at all
After a little research and seeing the posted comments on this site, I guessed that my our compressor start switch was bad. Super easy to replace. Removing the back panel took less than 5 minutes. Identifying the switch and removing it took about 1 minute. Because I was in there, I vaccuumed the coils (as recommeneded). Once I had the part in hand, the reassembly took less than 5 miuntes and my fridge/freezer WORKS!!!!. $60 and 10 minutes -vs- new fridge, best do it yourself ever. Thanks Parts Select.
Troy from Bend, OR
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers
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The Freezer and refridgerator would not cool
Removed the starter switch clip and replaced the switch. The appliance begain to cool immeadiatly.
Ronald from Rockford, IL
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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no cooling, compresser relay clicks every few minutes
I diagnosed the problem from forums online. Many sites all said the same thing, the compressor relay clicks when bad and does not start the compressor. The part arrived in 5 days even though I live in the same city as the warehouse. Too bad modern shipping can't look at the address and divert it from the centralized shipping center.
The kit included several versions of the relay. It took longer (minutes) to study the clearly written instructions to determine which version of the part was needed for the specific compressor than it took to install the new relay.
But you do need some basic repair skills. Unfortunately, the women of the house could not figure out which part version to use and were afraid they would break the wires if they pulled the wires from the old relay. They had to wait until I got home from work.
Richard from Edmond, OK
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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unit stopped cooling altogether-symptoms were clicking at the compressor followed by a hum
simply unplugged and unscrewed back cover, pulled out old relay switch and popped in the new one! If I hadn't read on the website how to diagnose and repair, I wouldn't have attempted it!
RANDALL from LAUREL PARK, NC
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
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Pamela J - August 14, 2023
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Great service but need to return parts
The parts came quickly and were packaged well. Unfortunately, the repairman said I needed a new refrigerator freezer for other reasons so I never took the parts out of their wrappers. I need to return them. How do I return the parts for a refund?
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Marcee S - June 22, 2023
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Part fixed but confusing
I have no experience repairing refrigerators but I was able to diagnose the cause of my refrigerator compressor not working and this part fixed it. I found out on the internet that if you shake the starter and debris falls out that it has failed.
Shipment was fast as promised. I paid for overnight delivery.
The only issue is that it comes with multiple pieces for different compressor configurations and the photocopy of the instructions from the manufacturer was very hard to read.The part number on the device didn't match the manufacturer's instructions included and I had to make a guess. There are 2 identical looking parts for different compressors. Only one number matched and that was for the wrong part for my compressor so I used the other one. Make sure you know the model of compressor you have. It will be on the compressor label.
I emailed PartSelect with a question but did not get an answer. Calling might have been better. But all worked out in the end. I removed one star because of the confusing instructions and the lack of email response from PartSelect support.
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Lane S - August 11, 2019
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Shipping was to long
The part was correct but purchased overnight shipping on a thursday evening and didnt recieve part until monday afternoon..
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Ronald R - April 19, 2019
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Complete kit for all applications
Easy instructions for all versions. Easy install. Works great.
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Daniel B - April 8, 2019
Verified Purchase
Easy repair
Compressor wouldn’t turn on and it was the compressor start component that had burned out. Part was easy to find on website, arrived on time, and instructions were east to follow. 15 minute fix!
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