Kitchen Large Electric Appliances - Whirlpool ED25LFXGW00 Refrigerator warm
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Jerry32
06-01-08, 11:05 PM
I have a Whirlpool Model # ED25LFXGW00 side by side refrigerator that just started getting warm.
It has power but when I turn it on I can hear the compressor, but clicks off every 5-6 seconds. I've searched some of the message boards and seems like the relay/overload issue. I am inserting an image that (hopefully)shows the Maycor compressor and shows the part numbers on the label for overload & relay; I also found a PDF parts list for that model that shows on page 16 a couple of production items which include several choices, and in doing a search at Repair Clinic, it shows a relay & overload kit. I'm assuming that when looking on the compressor, that is an existing overload kit? However on the side of the unit I can make out the name Embraco. So I'm hoping to get some advice on what to do and how to do it!
Do I have to remove the unit & bolts from the compressor or maybe be lucky & be able to pull the kit from the compressor--like a plug?
I live in Atlanta & wondering where the best place to buy this part if applicable. Would Home Depot/Lowe's carry those types of items or other retail appliance part stores..Thanks again--hope you can see the image which is of course before cleaning..<P>
http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f396/Jerry32/Maycor.jpg
It has power but when I turn it on I can hear the compressor, but clicks off every 5-6 seconds. I've searched some of the message boards and seems like the relay/overload issue. I am inserting an image that (hopefully)shows the Maycor compressor and shows the part numbers on the label for overload & relay; I also found a PDF parts list for that model that shows on page 16 a couple of production items which include several choices, and in doing a search at Repair Clinic, it shows a relay & overload kit. I'm assuming that when looking on the compressor, that is an existing overload kit? However on the side of the unit I can make out the name Embraco. So I'm hoping to get some advice on what to do and how to do it!
Do I have to remove the unit & bolts from the compressor or maybe be lucky & be able to pull the kit from the compressor--like a plug?
I live in Atlanta & wondering where the best place to buy this part if applicable. Would Home Depot/Lowe's carry those types of items or other retail appliance part stores..Thanks again--hope you can see the image which is of course before cleaning..<P>
http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f396/Jerry32/Maycor.jpg
himeros
06-08-08, 08:12 PM
You need to remove the relay/overload protector that is plugged in on the left side of that compressor. Get if off and shake that assemble, and if it sounds like there is sand or rocks inside, it is bad. If it is clicking, that means the compresssor is trying to start, but not for some reason. Most common is that relay/overload device. Good luck
Himeros
Himeros
Jerry32
06-12-08, 10:09 AM
I had to call appliance repair as after I removed the relay/overload the parts were not the original ones and the wiring was inconsistant with anything I'd seen. The appliance guy brought the correct parts but said compressor was 'locked up' and wouldn't be worth spending anymore money on. I have a replacement fridge on the way but was wondering if anything on the Whirlpool unit is worth salvaging i.e. refrigerator shelving or anything else including components...thanks for your help..
ecman51`
06-12-08, 05:33 PM
...or maybe be lucky & be able to pull the kit from the compressor--like a plug?
Basically, yes. After you usually have to pop off a wire clip, or the equivalent, that wraps around it, to hold it tight to the compressor.
These units are cheaper than what it would cost to just have a sevice tech come out to see what was wrong. I concure the symptoms are indicitve of this part.
IF there is an additional underlying problem? - like I was saying - the part will be cheaper than a tech coming out, who'd probably try one of those anyway.
I walked my handiless professional brother-in-law through all this over the phone, and he successfully purchased one of these and replaced it himself. If he can do it, so can you.
Basically, yes. After you usually have to pop off a wire clip, or the equivalent, that wraps around it, to hold it tight to the compressor.
These units are cheaper than what it would cost to just have a sevice tech come out to see what was wrong. I concure the symptoms are indicitve of this part.
IF there is an additional underlying problem? - like I was saying - the part will be cheaper than a tech coming out, who'd probably try one of those anyway.
I walked my handiless professional brother-in-law through all this over the phone, and he successfully purchased one of these and replaced it himself. If he can do it, so can you.