Whirlpool Refrigerator Not Working - Sears Home Services (2024)

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The most common reasons your Whirlpool refrigerator stopped working are a locked compressor, damaged evaporator or a defective electronic control board.

The condenser coils are dirty. These are located under the fridge, and they dissipate the heat as refrigerant passes through them. If they're dirty, they won't dissipate the heat as well. The good news is that these can be cleaned without being replaced.

The average lifespan of a refrigerator is 10 to 15 years. You're likely to own your Whirlpool appliances long after your Whirlpool warranty expires. If so, you could face hefty repair bills.

The first thing you should do is check if the power supply to your refrigerator is working properly. Make sure that none of the plugs or wiring are loose or damaged, and check that the power outlet is still functional. If everything looks fine on that front, then it could be a problem with the refrigerator itself.

Reset your refrigerator

Follow the instructions below depending on your model and what you would like to reset: Reset your refrigerator: First, unplug it (or turn off the power at the circuit breaker), and then wait about five minutes for the electrical charge to clear out of it. Then, power it back on again.

To determine if the display board is defective, try pressing the buttons on the control panel. If some of the buttons work, but others do not work, the display board might need to be replaced. Additionally, if the display board is not working, check for power to the display board.

A dirty condenser coil is one of the most common causes of refrigerator problems. The condenser coils are responsible for dissipating heat from the fridge; if they are dirty, they will not be able to do their job properly. This can cause the fridge to overheat and break down.

If your washer is plugged into an outlet, simply unplug the unit for one minute and then plug the unit back in. If the washer is hard-wired to the power supply, turn the breaker off at the home electrical panel that powers the washer for one minute and then turn the breaker back on.

How long do I unplug my Whirlpool fridge to reset it? ›

Reset power to the product:

Power unit down by turning off the circuit breaker(s) or unplugging the product for 5 - 10 minutes. Power unit up by turning on the circuit breaker(s) or plugging the product back in. Ensure the cooling function is turned on.

Refrigerators. Refrigerator parts are covered under full warranty for one year after the date of purchase, and water filters are covered under warranty for 30 days from the date of purchase.

Whirlpool Refrigerator Not Getting Cold

Inspect the condenser coils located at the back or beneath the refrigerator. Dirty coils can hinder the cooling efficiency, so cleaning them can often resolve the issue. If these steps don't solve the problem, it might be due to a malfunctioning evaporator fan motor.

Hundreds of complaints and one federal investigation later, Samsung refrigerators remain the appliances consumers most commonly report to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, alleging problems ranging from defective icemakers to inconsistent temperatures.

There are several causes for a refrigerator that doesn't cool, including dirty condenser coils, poor ventilation, improper installation, faulty or dirty gasket seals, unorganized food storage, appliance location and malfunctioning internal parts.

Shutting off the power to the refrigerator will give all of its systems—including the compressor—time to reset. Power down your refrigerator by unplugging it from the wall or shutting off the circuit breaker connected to the fridge. Leave the unit unplugged for five to ten minutes.