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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Barracuda Refrigerator Temperature Control Thermostat Replacement WPW10583800 
Whirlpool Barracuda Refrigerator Temperature Control Thermostat Replacement WPW10583800
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$105.39Estimated Savings
$112.5005:31
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the temperature control thermostat on a Whirlpool Barracuda refrigerator (Model WRS325FDAM04). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the refrigerator is not cooling properly.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the temperature control thermostat in your refrigerator, be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Using a quarter inch socket or nut driver, unthread the screws securing the control panel to the liner.
3
Pull the control panel forward to release.
4
You can detach the grounding wire and disconnect the two wire connectors for better access.
5
If you do this, remove the screw to release the damper control arm to prevent it from breaking.
6
Thread the screw to release the conduit cover.
7
Remove the screws securing the damper cover and pull the cover off.
8
Remove the control knobs.
9
Unthread the screws on the bottom of the control panel to release the thermostat mounting bracket.
10
Disconnect the thermostat wire connectors as well as the grounding wire.
11
Now unthread the screws to release the thermostat from the bracket.
12
Release the thermostat sensor from the retainer.
13
Remove any tape securing the sensor to the damper and fully remove the old component.
14
Prepare the new temperature control thermostat for installation by transferring the sensor sleeve from the old component to the new one.
15
Align the sensor in the groove on the damper.
16
Secure with the tape if applicable.
17
Secure the sensor under the retainer on the control panel housing.
18
Position the thermostat on the bracket and thread the screws to secure.
19
Connect the wire connectors along with the grounding wire.
20
Align the bracket assembly and rethread the bottom screws.
21
Replace the control knobs.
22
Reposition the damper cover and secure it with the screw.
23
Reposition the conduit cover and thread the screw to hold it in place.
24
Align the slot in the damper control arm with the freezer control cam.
25
Then replace the screw to secure the arm.
26
Reconnect the wire connectors and reattach the grounding wire to the heat shield.
27
Align the control panel on the mounting tabs and push it into place.
28
Replace the screws to secure.
29
Plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the temperature control thermostat on a Whirlpool Barracuda refrigerator (Model WRS325FDAM04). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the refrigerator is not cooling properly.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the temperature control thermostat in your refrigerator, be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Using a quarter inch socket or nut driver, unthread the screws securing the control panel to the liner.
3
Pull the control panel forward to release.
4
You can detach the grounding wire and disconnect the two wire connectors for better access.
5
If you do this, remove the screw to release the damper control arm to prevent it from breaking.
6
Thread the screw to release the conduit cover.
7
Remove the screws securing the damper cover and pull the cover off.
8
Remove the control knobs.
9
Unthread the screws on the bottom of the control panel to release the thermostat mounting bracket.
10
Disconnect the thermostat wire connectors as well as the grounding wire.
11
Now unthread the screws to release the thermostat from the bracket.
12
Release the thermostat sensor from the retainer.
13
Remove any tape securing the sensor to the damper and fully remove the old component.
14
Prepare the new temperature control thermostat for installation by transferring the sensor sleeve from the old component to the new one.
15
Align the sensor in the groove on the damper.
16
Secure with the tape if applicable.
17
Secure the sensor under the retainer on the control panel housing.
18
Position the thermostat on the bracket and thread the screws to secure.
19
Connect the wire connectors along with the grounding wire.
20
Align the bracket assembly and rethread the bottom screws.
21
Replace the control knobs.
22
Reposition the damper cover and secure it with the screw.
23
Reposition the conduit cover and thread the screw to hold it in place.
24
Align the slot in the damper control arm with the freezer control cam.
25
Then replace the screw to secure the arm.
26
Reconnect the wire connectors and reattach the grounding wire to the heat shield.
27
Align the control panel on the mounting tabs and push it into place.
28
Replace the screws to secure.
29
Plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
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