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Whirlpool Refrigerator Left Front Roller Replacement W10304660

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the left front roller (or wheel) on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the wheel is when the fridge is not rolling smoothly.

All of the information for this left front roller replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Crosley, Ikea, Inglis, Amana

Tools needed: wood block, socket and extension, slotted screwdriver

Step By Step Instructions

1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace a front roller on your refrigerator first remove the lower access panel.
3
Now carefully lift up the front of the appliance and use a wood block or a comparable sturdy object to support it.
4
Remove the adjustment screw from the cabinet frame.
5
Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the retaining clip securing the mounting pin.
6
Pull out the mounting pin and lift out the old front roller assembly.
7
You’re now ready to install the new front roller assembly.
8
Making sure the adjustment arm is properly seated position the assembly in the frame and replace the mounting pin to hold it in place.
9
Snap on the retaining clip to secure the pin.
10
Now lift the arm up and thread the adjustment screw into place.
11
Remove the support and gently lower the appliance to the floor.
12
Realign the lower access panel and snap it into place.
13
With the new roller installed you’re now ready to plug the power cord back in.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the left front roller (or wheel) on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the wheel is when the fridge is not rolling smoothly.

All of the information for this left front roller replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Crosley, Ikea, Inglis, Amana

Tools needed: wood block, socket and extension, slotted screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the power cord before beginning.
2
To replace a front roller on your refrigerator first remove the lower access panel.
3
Now carefully lift up the front of the appliance and use a wood block or a comparable sturdy object to support it.
4
Remove the adjustment screw from the cabinet frame.
5
Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the retaining clip securing the mounting pin.
6
Pull out the mounting pin and lift out the old front roller assembly.
7
You’re now ready to install the new front roller assembly.
8
Making sure the adjustment arm is properly seated position the assembly in the frame and replace the mounting pin to hold it in place.
9
Snap on the retaining clip to secure the pin.
10
Now lift the arm up and thread the adjustment screw into place.
11
Remove the support and gently lower the appliance to the floor.
12
Realign the lower access panel and snap it into place.
13
With the new roller installed you’re now ready to plug the power cord back in.

Applicable Product Model

Refrigerator
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Cooling System
Icemaking System
Dispensing System
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
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