Refrigerator defrost thermostat. The thermostat clips onto the evaporator. If the refrigerator does not defrost both the thermostat and heater can be tested to determine which part is at fault.
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Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
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Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581

Genuine OEM Part # WPW10225581RC Item # 1872722Alternative Part Number(s)
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Refrigerator defrost thermostat. The thermostat clips onto the evaporator. If the refrigerator does not defrost both the thermostat and heater can be tested to determine which part is at fault.
Grid is 1 inch square
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat WPW10225581
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Refrigerator defrost thermostat. The thermostat clips onto the evaporator. If the refrigerator does not defrost both the thermostat and heater can be tested to determine which part is at fault.
Helpful Tips
Use standard wire connectors to wire in new defrost thermostat.
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This part WPW10225581 is compatible with:

Product Type:
Refrigerator
Brands:
Amana, Maytag, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Jenn Air, Magic Chef, Thermador, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Ikea

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Common Problems Fixed by the Defrost Thermostat

Based on customer reports and repair data, this part commonly fixes these issues:

About the Defrost Thermostat

The defrost thermostat monitors the temperature of the evaporator coils. When the coils drop below a set temperature, the thermostat contacts close to allow power to flow to the defrost heater during the defrost cycle. In the defrost cycle, the defrost heater melts away any frost that may have accumulated on the evaporator coils. If the defrost thermostat is defective, the thermostat contacts will not close. As a result, the thermostat won’t provide power to the defrost heater. To determine if the defrost thermostat is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the defrost thermostat does not have continuity when it reaches the low temperature of its operating range, replace it.

Alternative Part Number(s)

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