Models > 8ET8WPKXKT04 > Instructions

8ET8WPKXKT04 Whirlpool Refrigerator - Instructions

Jump to:

All Instructions for the 8ET8WPKXKT04
121 - 135 of 334
Keep searches simple. Use keywords, e.g. "leaking", "pump", "broken" or "fit".
Customer:
William from LYNBROOK, NY
Parts Used:
2159057
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Original door gasket split from age, no longer sealing snugly to refrig.
Inserted scraper behind gasket breaking it free from door, permitting a hand hold. While putting tension on gasket, slid scraper around door gently removing old gasket. Replaced gasket starting at top gradually working around door. No need to remove door.
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
asberry from SAINT LOUIS, MO
Parts Used:
WPW10189703
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Socket set
first a loud noise than noise stopped then the refridg. stop cooling like it should
after finding out what could be the problem I order my part which I got around 3 days unboxed it and replaced it in the freezer component which I had already dismantled made note how I took it off and replaced it in the same way took about 25 to 30 minutes quite easy for me was grateful for the solution and proud of myself after replacing it and it began to work now it's freezing and getting cold as it should Thank you my part store
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Chris from SACRAMENTO, CA
Parts Used:
W11700559
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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!
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
John from MEDIA, PA
Parts Used:
WPW10189703
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
refrigerator was not cooling
Swapped out evaporator fan motor, solved the problem!
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
James from BATON ROUGE, LA
Parts Used:
2159057
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
Gasket had several tears in it at the corners and was leaking air into the fresh food compartment
Removed the old gasket and ran the hard edged lip into the opening behind the door liner. Concerned that the gasket does not seem to be attaching itself to the door well. First put it on the side of the refigerator and it would not adhere enough to support itself. While it closes it just doesn't seem to attach with the magnets in the gasket. These magnetic strips have a weak magnet side and a strong magnet side. I wonder if they put the wrong side facing the door when they assembled it. Counter this with a new gasket for an upright freezer which was twice the length and attached itself firmly to the side wall of the freezer and did not slide down.
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Joyce from GALESBURG, IL
Parts Used:
2159327
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set
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.
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Kathleen from EUGENE, OR
Parts Used:
WP2254386
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Broken grille on front of refrigerator.
Got on floor, pulled broken parts off front of refrigerator. Clipped in new grille. Looks great!
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Bonnie E from MODESTO, CA
Parts Used:
WP4387503
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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.
1 person found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Cathy from HOPATCONG, NJ
Parts Used:
W11384469
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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.
2 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
MATTHEW from STOCKTON, CA
Parts Used:
4387478
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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.
5 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Carolee from Spokane Valley, WA
Parts Used:
W11384469
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
Light switch broke
Pried out old part with screwdriver. Unplugged. When new part came, just plugged it in and pushed the part into place.
2 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Susan from Nags Head, NC
Parts Used:
W10854037
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
2 broken crisper drawers
We went online, found the part, and had it delivered to our rental house in Nags Head, NC. It was the easiest thing ever.

Thank you
1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
David Barnes from ROSWELL, NM
Parts Used:
W11384469
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Rocker on switch broke off
Eased the putty knife under the edge of the switch housing and pried it off. Pulled two wires off the old terminals and hooked them onto the new one and reinstalled into the refrigerator body.
1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Donna from GLENDALE, AZ
Parts Used:
W10854037
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Big handed grandson handled to rough
Took everything out of the old one, lined the new one with cloth and put everything back in.
1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Customer:
Mary from FRIDAY HARBOR, WA
Parts Used:
W10854037
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
There was a crack in the Humidity Crisper drawer
I looked it up on the site per Refrigerator Model #. I wanted a confirmation from an expert at this site that I was ordering the right drawer. The part # the expert gave me was different than what I was going to order per my Model #. I'm really glad I waited for the expert reply and ordered that drawer. This is for a rental property, and we are a few hours away from the property. It was less than a minute to pull out the old crisper drawer and slide in the new. Thank You!!!!!
1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
All Instructions for the 8ET8WPKXKT04
121 - 135 of 334