Einleitung

Use this guide to replace the start relay assembly or compressor start device in your Whirlpool Refrigerator.

The start relay is a combination of the start relay, the overload relay, and the start capacitor, which are responsible for protecting your compressor's circuit. If the fans are running and your compressor won’t start, or if you hear a clicking sound from the unit, your start relay assembly might be broken.

This guide will work for most Whirlpool refrigerators. This guide is written with a model WRS315SDHW refrigerator. If you have a different model, you may encounter some minor disassembly differences, but the overall repair process will be the same.

Note: Some photos show the doors removed for clarity purposes. Removing them is not required and will not change the procedure.

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    • Before you begin your repair, perform the following:

    • Turn off your main water supply

    • Unplug your device

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    • Remove the screw(s) securing the rear panel.

    • Loosen the screw securing the water hose enough for the rear panel to freely move.

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    • Pull the rear panel off the chassis to remove it.

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    • Use a flathead screwdriver, or a similar tool, to disconnect any connectors attached to the start relay assembly.

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    • Pull the metal clip out its hole in the top of the start relay assembly.

    • Rest the clip next to the assembly.

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    • Pull the start relay assembly straight off its prongs in the chassis.

    • Remove the start relay assembly.

    • The assembly consists of the start capacitor, start relay, and overload relay.

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    • If you own a multimeter, you can test the start relay and overload relay's resistance.

    • A range between 0-1Ω for the overload relay, and 0-5Ω for the start relay is acceptable.

Abschluss

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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