Whirlpool Refrigerator Parts

Troubleshooting Whirlpool Refrigerator Issues and Common Fixes

Any issue with your refrigerator might seem overwhelming, but we are here to help you get to the bottom of the problem. We will walk you through common refrigerator issues, as well as the parts that fix them.

Noisy Whirlpool Refrigerator – Hearing new or louder sounds from your refrigerator might be alarming. Often there is a simple explanation and an easy fix. Before spending too much time worrying, me time to really listen to where the noise is coming from. It is not uncommon to notice buzzing, humming, clicking, and knocking noises. If you notice a scraping sound it is often caused by one of the internal fans making contact with something as it spins. If you hear rattling check the fridge is level, and make sure the drain pan is secured properly. A mild humming noise is normal, but if you notice an increased humming sound, the compressor might be overworked. If it is not one of these noises you should keep in mind that often fridge sounds are caused by the parts that are in motion, such as the condenser fan motor, or the evaporator fan motor.

Leaking Whirlpool Refrigerator – If you notice water leaking from your fridge, or inside, there is no need to panic, most often these leaks are simple to fix. Troubleshooting a leaking Whirlpool refrigerator starts with identifying where you find the water pooling. Our recommendation is to first inspect your door gaskets and seals, inlet valves, water lines, and ice maker. These parts are the most common culprits when it comes to refrigerator leaks.

Whirlpool Refrigerator Will Not Run – If the compressor in your Whirlpool fridge will not run the appliance will not cool, which is the main function of a fridge. This is a problem, but there is no need to panic. It could be as simple as an issue with your start capacitor, overload, temperature control, or control board. These parts monitor internal temperature and communicate with the compressor. If you have ruled those parts out the issue may be with the compressor itself.

Whirlpool Icemaker Not Making Ice – Before you start troubleshooting issues with your Whirlpool icemaker, we recommend you take a quick look inside to make sure the bail arm is not stuck. If it is, your icemaker will stop making ice because it thinks the bin is full. If it is not the bail arm the most likely explanation is the Whirlpool icemaker is not getting the water it needs to operate. There are a few parts that could be contributing to that issue, such as the water line, water inlet valve, or a water filter. Inspecting these parts will let you know if there is water flowing to the icemaker and allow you to spot any issues with the water supply.

Whirlpool Refrigerator Too Warm – It can be worrying when your fridge is not cooling properly, but it does not always indicate big problems like a faulty control board. If your Whirlpool fridge is not overstocked, which can be one cause of this problem, we suggest you start by checking the air circulation in the appliance. The first step is making sure the air damper or baffle is undamaged and unblocked; that is how cool air gets into your fridge. If that is fine you will need to then inspect the evaporator fan, condenser fan, and the temperature sensor. It is also important to ensure you are routinely cleaning the condenser coils to help prevent issues like this.