DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the thermistor on a Jenn-Air Wine Cellar (Model JUW24FRECX00). The most common reason for replacing the thermistor is when the refrigerator is not cooling.
All of the information for this refrigerator thermistor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Jenn-Air, Maytag, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, & Inglis.
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver.
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Jenn-Air Wine Cellar -JUW24FRECX00 - JUW24FRECX324
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Wine Cellar Thermistor Replacement
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heavy, sharp, shock, fragile
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unplug the power cord to the appliance
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uninstall all of the racks by pulling them forward, lifting the left side stop lever while pushing the right side stop lever down
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remove the tape covering the control panel wires
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detach the bushing and disconnect the wire connectors
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using a phillips-head screwdriver, loosen the four control panel assembly mounting screws
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detach at least three rack slide rails to remove the control panel assembly
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lift the assembly out and unthread the six mounting screws securing the evaporator cover
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unthread the two mounting screws securing the wiring cover
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disconnect the fan motor wire connecter as well as the defrost thermistor wire connecter and you can fully remove the evaporator cover
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depress the tabs to remove the cover from the thermistor you're replacing
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peel back the tape to release the foam block insulation
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peel back additional tape under the insulation
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disconnect the wire connecter and remove the old thermistor
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connect the wire connecter of the new thermistor
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feed the thermistor through the evaporator cover
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replace the tape to secure the thermistor and wire connecter
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replace the insulation and secure with tape
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align and snap the thermistor cover into place
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reinstall the evaporator cover by connecting the fan motor wire connecter and the defrost thermistor wire connector
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replace the wiring cover and secure it with screws
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use a zip tie to secure the wires
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fully reposition the evaporator cover and thread the six mounting screws
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reinstall the control panel assembly by aligning it on the mounting screws and tightening
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replace the tape to cover the wires
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reposition the slide rails and reinstall the racks
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plug the power cord back in