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Pantry End Cap Kit, LH and RH – Part Number: W10874836
Pantry End Cap Kit, LH and RH
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PartSelect #: PS11738134
Manufacturer #: W10874836
This manufacturer-approved Refrigerator Pantry End Cap Kit, also known as the Refrigerator Drawer Support, is a kit containing all parts of the Pantry End Cap. It snaps into place on the appliance’s ...
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Refrigerator Water Filter – Part Number: EDR4RXD1
Refrigerator Water Filter
PartSelect #: PS11722130
Manufacturer #: EDR4RXD1
This water filter purifies water going to the water dispenser and sometimes the icemaker as well. This part should be replaced if it is causing reduced water flow or just replaced periodically per the...
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Light Bulb - 40W – Part Number: 8009
Light Bulb - 40W
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PartSelect #: PS884734
Manufacturer #: 8009
This an authentic OEM 40-Watt replacement light bulb, used in a number of household appliances. It is specially designed to withstand extreme temperatures, which is why these replacement bulbs are mos...
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Center Rail – Part Number: WPW10326469
Center Rail
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PartSelect #: PS11752912
Manufacturer #: WPW10326469
This OEM Center Rail is a white plastic part which supports the crisper frame, which holds the crisper. Fifteen inches long and white in colour, if broken, the support may no longer hold properly. Re...
$35.08
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Refrigerator Pantry Drawer Door Cover – Part Number: W10827015
Refrigerator Pantry Drawer Door Cover
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PartSelect #: PS11723190
Manufacturer #: W10827015
$161.81
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Replacement Ice Maker – Part Number: D7824706Q
Replacement Ice Maker
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PartSelect #: PS2121513
Manufacturer #: D7824706Q
NOTE: This replacement ice maker mechanism does NOT come with a cover, shut off arm, a wire harness, or the mounting hardware. Those must be ordered separately, or you can use the existing parts.
$177.43
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Refrigerator Door Switch – Part Number: W11384469
Refrigerator Door Switch
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PartSelect #: PS12728638
Manufacturer #: W11384469
Door switch turns the light off when you close the door.
$48.85
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Refrigerator Water Filter Bypass – Part Number: W11395888
Refrigerator Water Filter Bypass
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PartSelect #: PS12731165
Manufacturer #: W11395888
This cap is used when bypassing the filter.
$42.77
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Compressor Start Device and Capacitor – Part Number: W10613606
Compressor Start Device and Capacitor
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PartSelect #: PS8746522
Manufacturer #: W10613606
This includes both the run capacitor and the start relay. The capacitor helps the compressor kick on and off while maintaining a constant temperature to keep things frozen in your freezer. The start ...
$96.83
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Run Capacitor – Part Number: WP65889-4
Run Capacitor
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PartSelect #: PS11743364
Manufacturer #: WP65889-4
This part helps the compressor kick on and off while maintaining a constant temperature to keep things frozen in your freezer.
$85.08
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Humidity Control Slide – Part Number: WP67005864
Humidity Control Slide
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PartSelect #: PS11743638
Manufacturer #: WP67005864
This part mounts on the crisper drawer cover and is used to limit the amount of air that gets into the crisper.
$14.15
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Dual Water Valve – Part Number: WP67005154
Dual Water Valve
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PartSelect #: PS11743618
Manufacturer #: WP67005154
This part, when activated, releases water from the supply line into the ice mold. This water inlet valve is for refrigerators. Water inlet valve supplies water to the refrigerator ice maker and wat...
$131.80
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John
May 1, 2023
How long should it take for freezer and frig get to normal temps .I just replaced defrost t stat about 2 hours ago
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Hello John, thank you for the question. According to our research, It may take anywhere from 4 to 12 hours to reach and stay at the proper temperature. Use a thermometer to monitor the freezer temperature and determine the time needed for subsequent defrosts. We hope this helps!

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John
May 10, 2023
Hi I already replaced defrost t stat frig worked for one week. Now it's starting to frost on back wall of freezer .I checked heater it did have resistance. Is it the main board or can thermistor do this thanks
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Hello John, thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model and would suggest checking the thermistor, part number PS2003772, for continuity using a multimeter. The thermistor senses the temperature inside the refrigerator and sends information to the electronic control. A faulty thermistor might not send proper temperature information to the control board, thus affecting the temperature cycle. We hope this information helps!

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Bruce
September 23, 2022
I'm getting small flecks of slime or mold in my ice. Any suggestions? Thank you!
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Hello Bruce, thank you for your question. We have researched your model and found that the issue is probably with the Water Filter, part number PS11722130. If that does not take care of the issue, then the problem is most likely to be related to the Ice Maker, part number PS2121513. If you require assistance to place an order, please contact customer service. We hope that helps!

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Pressed in the end of the filter cover, lowered it down part way. Twisted the old filter 1/4 turn and removed it. Set in the sink to drain. Inserted new filter and twisted it to lock. closed cover. Done. Total time @ 1 Minute.
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Refrigerator Water Filter
  • Douglas from Byron, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Icemaker producing few or no cubes and often leaving "kling-ons" on ice tray
Interior surface of ice tray felt rough & flaky (coating deteriorated) so cubes would not release.
Unplug appliance.
Remove timer cover by hand pressure @ edge.
Remove single attachment screw & bracket at lower front of icemaker.
Disconnect wiring harness from socket @ rear of compartment.
Tricky part was determining what type of connection held the other two attachment points along the long edge of the icemaker. I did not have repair manual or useful drawing but looked @ PartsDirect pic of side brackets & used a small mirror to confirm that mine were also some sort of "snap in" attachment.
Remove icemaker unit by pushing upward and outward on the unit. I takes a good bit of pressure and will pop loose, but be careful not to break attachment bracket from freezer wall.
Scavenge shut off bar and wiring harness from old icemaker once you have it out & attach to new one before installing it back in freezer.
Again, you might find a mirror useful to align those pesky snap-in brackets with the new unit.
Since you probably kept your freezer running while waiting for the part, the plastic snap-ins will be cold and brittle. I warmed them up first by applying a dampened cloth heated in the microwave to make them a little more pliable.
A good push of the new unit towards the snap-ins along with some upward force will get it stable.
Reattach the metal screw in bracket & connect the wiring harness to rear plug... and don't forget to plug the whole thing back in.
It will take awhile for the first batch of cubes dump as the timer may need to cycle completely around to get to the fill cycle... be patient.
Dump the first couple of batches of cubes just to make sure you're free of any residue.
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Replacement Ice Maker
  • Bernie from Diamond Bar, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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Ice maker leaking at first then quit making ice all together
unplugged refrigerator and shut off water, removed one screw and loosened two more, after removing one side of the ice bucket rail, unplugged electrical from old ice maker. Then I removed the bail and out on new one, reinstalled ice maker in reverse order from taking it out.
Parts Used:
Refrigerator Water Filter Replacement Ice Maker
  • Hootie from Joshua, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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