Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator not getting cold?

Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator not getting cold?

Dirty condenser coils are the most common cause for a Whirlpool refrigerator not cooling. Condenser coils dissipate heat as the refrigerant passes through them. If the coils are clogged in dirt and debris, they can’t release the heat properly.

Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator warm?

If the evaporator coils are frosted over, the refrigerator will work harder to remove heat. As a result, the refrigerator may be too warm. If the defrost thermostat and defrost heater are working properly, the defrost control board is likely defective and will need to be replace…

Why is my side by side refrigerator not cooling?

A defective evaporator fan motor will slowly cause the refrigerator side to stop cooling due to lack of circulation. Test the motor by turning the fan blade by hand. If you feel any resistance, you’ll need to install a new one. A noisy fan is also a sign that it needs to be replaced.

How do I reset my Whirlpool ice maker?

Press the on/off Switch

1. Remove the ice tray and cover plate (or just the ice tray).
2. Turn the switch from on to off.
3. Unplug the ice maker at the mains.
4. Wait 10 minutes.
5. Plug the ice maker in again.
6. Turn the switch from off to on.
7. Replace the ice tray and the cover plate as necessary.

Why is my Whirlpool side by side fridge not cooling but freezer works?

When you find your Whirlpool refrigerator not cooling but freezer works fine a defective evaporator fan motor is a common part malfunction. This motor powers the fan that blows cold air over the refrigerator coils. Without this fan refrigerant won’t cool enough to maintain the refrigerator’s temperature.

How do I reset my Whirlpool refrigerator not cooling?

Reset power to the product: Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) or unpluging the product for 5 – 10 minutes. Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s) or plugging the product back in.

What temperature should a whirlpool refrigerator be set at?

The typical factory setting for Whirlpool® refrigerators is the recommended 37°F (3°C), but temperatures on all refrigerators may need to be set higher or lower depending on your fridge’s environment and other factors. Read on to get more answers to your temperature questions.

Where is the defrost thermostat on a whirlpool refrigerator?

Unplug your refrigerator and locate your refrigerator’s defrost thermostat. In freezer-on-top models, it may be located under the floor of the unit, or it could be found at the back of the freezer. If you have a side-by-side refrigerator, the defrost thermostat is found at the back of the freezer side.

What is the Cold control on a whirlpool refrigerator?

The cold control is a temperature-controlled switch that supplies power to the compressor and fan circuits in the refrigerator.

How do I Turn on the ice dispenser on my Whirlpool refrigerator?

Register your refrigerator at www.whirlpool.com. User Guide Press FAST ICE to turn on the Fast Ice feature. When the feature is on, the Fast Ice icon will appear on the dispenser display screen. The Fast Ice setting will remain on for 24 hours unless manually turned off.