KTRD18KDWH03 Whirlpool Refrigerator - Instructions
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- Customer:
- Thomas from Rensselaer, NY
- Parts Used:
- W10822259
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- More than 2 hours
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Socket set
condenser fan motor quit
Technically, the repair did not require specialized knowledge. However, replacement of the motor required some effort. Because the motor is located at the bottom of the unit in an area with copper tubing & wiring hindering access it was physically difficult to remove and then replace the motor. A problem arose because the shaft on the replacement motor was larger than the original motor's. Thus the fan would not fit on the new motor. Luckily, I found a fan locally that fit the motor. It would be very helpful if a fan was included in the motor kit. The ref. is now running smoothly
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- Customer:
- Andrew from Mission Viejo, CA
- Parts Used:
- W10822259
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
Fan motor making awful noise, not turning very fast
Fan was barely rotating. So unplugged, removed back cover, removed fan and motor from frame work. Removed fan blade from motor shaft. Spun motor shaft which seemed fine. Pryed off back cover of motor to find a large but dry felt washer and a helical capillery slot formed into the motor shaft for carring oil from felt washer to the bearings. Added 30 wt motor oil and some 3in1 oil to felt and reassembled motor, fan and frame work. Plugged in power chord after getting rid of dust and dog hear on coils and is working like new.
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- Customer:
- William G from Marietta, GA
- Parts Used:
- WP4387503
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver
cold freezer, warm refrigerator
Pulled up part select video on u-tube. Followed instructions on dissambly of top freezer and found condensor freezing up blocking air from refrigerator. Checked timer to make sure it was good. Next checked continuity on heater to make sure it was good. Last checked bi-metal thermostat for continuity while cold. Found Bi-metal part to be defective (also rubber in top of was popped up which is a sign of a bad part). Simply ordered new part from Part Select, received in 2 days and replaced Bi-metal and melted ice with hair dryer and reassembled freezer. While waiting on part you can still use refrigerator by melting ice so air can get to refrigerator. I put a towel in bottom of freezer to catch water. Greg W. in Ga.
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- Customer:
- Paul E from Gloversville, NY
- Parts Used:
- WP4387503
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers, Socket set
Freezer Extremely Cold, Refrigerator Warm, Water Accumulating In Refrigerator.
After watching the video it was a snap. Defrosting the freezer took the longest time. I used a hair dryer to melt the ice. Once the freezer compartment was clear of ice the removal and installation were a step by step procedure which the video showed in detail. It's been about a week since I installed the bimetal defrost thermostat and it seems to be working like new. Sure glad I researched this problem on the internet instead of calling a very expensive repairman! Thanks partselect. Com!!!
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- Customer:
- JEAN-RONALD from VALLEY STREAM, NY
- Parts Used:
- WP4387503
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Pliers, Wrench set
The fridge was too warm while the freezer was cold
First I called my friend Robert in Kissimmee, Fl to have an idea regarding the problem because I had never serviced a fridge before. Then he suggested that I check with PartSelect on the Web. Then PartSelect repair videos showed me everything. I followed step-by-step but the problem persisted. I finally realized that the airflow conduit between the freezer and the fridge was clogged with ice. I then proceeded to remove the ice underneath the coil on the aluminum cover and Bingo. The problem was in fact the ice. Well, I only spent $33 dollars for the non-necessary Bimetal Defrost Thermostat. I learned a great deal from that repair.
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- Customer:
- BRUCE from KRUM, TX
- Parts Used:
- W10822259
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
Unit Running Hot
Insalled fan motor,problem went away. Thanks
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- Customer:
- David from Rohnert Park, CA
- Parts Used:
- WP2169921
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
broke the shelve glass while taking it out to clean
put the replacement part in..........pretty simple.
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- Customer:
- Louise from Centerville, IA
- Parts Used:
- WP2188691
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
trim on glass self was brittle and came off
sawed the trim piece to length and installed on edge of shelf.
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- Customer:
- Scott from Coral Springs, FL
- Parts Used:
- WP4387503
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver
Freezer would frost up then frig temp would rise to un safe tempertures
UN plugged refrigerator,waited 24 hours to let defrost,removed panels,cut out old Bi metal Defrost thermostat,wired in new thermostat,reassembled freezer,plug back in,working great
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- Customer:
- Carlos from Chicago, IL
- Parts Used:
- WP4387503
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Socket set
My frige was leaking alot of water inside and out, and was frozen all my food and everythig.
I just removed icemaker, bottom and back panel cover, remove the old thermostat, cut the wires, connect the new one and replace all covers and ice maker.So far is working perfect, no more water mess inside or on the floor, and my food is not frozen anymore, thanks a lot for your help and your trouble shooting help me to figerout what was wrong, thanks again for save me a lot of money
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- Customer:
- Lucy Ann from Virginia Beach, VA
- Parts Used:
- WP2172748
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Crisper support missing
Cut support and replaced. Easy
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- Customer:
- Eric from Valparaiso, IN
- Parts Used:
- WP2163835
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Broken rail piece for crisper drawers
Simple replacement, snapping the plastic rail in place and putting the crisper drawers back in. We were very happy that you had the part, your site made it easy to find, and it was shipped to us promptly, and at reasonable cost. Thank you.
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- Customer:
- Irene from Whitehall, MT
- Parts Used:
- W11384469
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
No light in frig
We tried repairing with a new switch which was very easy to install but it didn't fix the problem.
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- Customer:
- Jim from San Jose, CA
- Parts Used:
- WP2163835
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
crisper rail
just poped it in
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- Customer:
- Dennis from Lawrenceville, GA
- Parts Used:
- W11384469
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver
Light switch which turns on the lights when the door opens went out
This is an easy fix, simply remove and replace. What I was impressed with is that a how to video was provided along with my part. I wish all manufactures would offer this, the video was easy to understand and you had a good view of the operation. Thanks, a job well done.
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