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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Freezer Drawer Slide Rail #W10120018
Whirlpool Refrigerator Freezer Drawer Slide Rail #W10120018
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$90.50Estimated Savings
$112.5002:58
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a freezer drawer slide rail on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing a slide rail is if it is worn or damaged, causing the lower drawer assembly to not slide in and out smoothly.
All of the information in this slide rail replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Ikea, Jenn Air, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag.
Tools used: large flat-head screwdriver, vise-grip pliers, power drill, 3/16” drill bit
All of the information in this slide rail replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Ikea, Jenn Air, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag.
Tools used: large flat-head screwdriver, vise-grip pliers, power drill, 3/16” drill bit
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the freezer drawer slide in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Now open the freezer drawer and lift out the bin.
3
Use a large flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs securing both drawer rail assemblies then pull the entire drawer assembly out.
4
Set the assembly on a blanket with the slides facing upward.
5
Detach the support rod from the gears.
6
Lift up the drawer slide you’re replacing and use vice-grip pliers to secure it.
7
Now use a 1/8th inch drill bit to drill out the rivet securing the slide.
8
Remove the vice-grip pliers then rotate the old slide to remove it from the support.
9
Prepare the new freezer drawer slide for installation by transferring the gear from the old slide to the new one.
10
Now position the slide on the support. Lift up and support the slide then using a rivet gun, secure the slide with a 1/8th inch rivet.
11
Remove the pliers and reinsert the support rod.
12
Align the slides on the rails in the freezer and push the drawer forward.
13
Now snap both slides into place to secure the drawer assembly and replace the bin.
14
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and you refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a freezer drawer slide rail on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing a slide rail is if it is worn or damaged, causing the lower drawer assembly to not slide in and out smoothly.
All of the information in this slide rail replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Ikea, Jenn Air, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag.
Tools used: large flat-head screwdriver, vise-grip pliers, power drill, 3/16” drill bit
All of the information in this slide rail replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Amana, Crosley, Ikea, Jenn Air, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag.
Tools used: large flat-head screwdriver, vise-grip pliers, power drill, 3/16” drill bit
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the freezer drawer slide in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Now open the freezer drawer and lift out the bin.
3
Use a large flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs securing both drawer rail assemblies then pull the entire drawer assembly out.
4
Set the assembly on a blanket with the slides facing upward.
5
Detach the support rod from the gears.
6
Lift up the drawer slide you’re replacing and use vice-grip pliers to secure it.
7
Now use a 1/8th inch drill bit to drill out the rivet securing the slide.
8
Remove the vice-grip pliers then rotate the old slide to remove it from the support.
9
Prepare the new freezer drawer slide for installation by transferring the gear from the old slide to the new one.
10
Now position the slide on the support. Lift up and support the slide then using a rivet gun, secure the slide with a 1/8th inch rivet.
11
Remove the pliers and reinsert the support rod.
12
Align the slides on the rails in the freezer and push the drawer forward.
13
Now snap both slides into place to secure the drawer assembly and replace the bin.
14
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and you refrigerator should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Drawer Slide Rail
$90.50
Total$0.00
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