WHIRLPOOL WRS321SDH Freezing Up Not Cooling
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Defrost Bi-Metal Thermostat
This component is a temperature-sensitive switch that completes the circuit to the defrost heater. If the internal contacts fail to close when the evaporator reaches a specific sub-freezing temperature, the defrost cycle will never initiate, leading to a solid block of ice that chokes airflow. Its failure is often due to moisture ingress or mechanical fatigue of the internal diaphragm.
SKU: W10225581
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Refrigerator Defrost Heater
The heater provides the thermal energy required to transition frost from a solid to a liquid state for drainage. If the Calrod element or quartz tube has suffered a structural break or electrical 'open,' the defrost cycle will run its timed duration without actually melting the ice. This results in the evaporator becoming a solid mass of ice, preventing the fan from cooling the rest of the unit.
SKU: WP2323198
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Thermistor
The thermistor monitors the evaporator's temperature and sends a resistance signal to the main control board. If the resistance drifts out of spec, the board may 'believe' the evaporator is already warm enough, causing it to skip the defrost cycle entirely. This digital miscommunication prevents the system from addressing the physical frost buildup.
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Defrost Bi-Metal Thermostat.
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