WPW10292244 Whirlpool Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat with Wiring Harness

Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat with Wiring Harness

Whirlpool manufactures a range of 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. The Defrost Thermostat and Wiring Harness is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part designed specifically for Whirlpool refrigerators. This component prevents excessive frost buildup on the evaporator coils, ensuring efficient air flow and cooling throughout the refrigerator.

Common issues with the defrost thermostat and wiring harness often stem from electrical failures, such as short circuits or broken wires, as well as wear and tear or malfunctions that affect temperature sensing.

Signs of a faulty defrost thermostat and wiring harness include:

- Excessive frost on the evaporator coils
- The refrigerator or freezer compartments becoming too warm
- Continuous running of the refrigerator without cycling off
- Water leakage inside the refrigerator due to improper ice melting and drainage

This OEM part is compatible with various models, including those from Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and some Kenmore models.