WPW10165425 Whirlpool Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat

Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat

This component monitors the temperature inside your refrigerator. It is useful if your freezer is not defrosting properly or is too warm.

Whirlpool manufactures products under several brands, including Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral. They also produce items for Sears-Kenmore and Ikea. This OEM replacement part, a defrost thermostat, is designed for Whirlpool refrigerators. It detects temperature changes in the evaporator during the defrost cycle, turning off the defrost heater once the frost has melted from the coils. The thermostat features a 5-1/4" orange wire, a 25" brown wire, and a 1/2" clip. It also acts as a safety measure to prevent overheating.

As part of the defrost heater assembly, this metal component connects to the refrigerator's control board with two wires. It helps maintain the refrigerator's efficiency by keeping the temperature optimal and preventing frost build-up. This thermostat is compatible with various Whirlpool brand models, including Amana, Jenn-Air, Kenmore, KitchenAid, and Maytag.

This part addresses issues such as the freezer not defrosting.