REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT IS TOO WARM WHILE THE FREEZER REMAINS RELATIVELY COLD
Whirlpool Refrigerator Evaporator fan motor assembly with defrost thermostat, temperature sensor, and wire harness W11224591, Fixes Refrigerator compartment is too warm while the freezer remains relatively cold
Genuine Whirlpool evaporator fan motor assembly used to circulate air through the refrigerator fresh-food compartment. The assembly includes a defrost thermostat, temperature sensor, and wire harness.
Part W11224591Replaces W10728111, W10865431, W11215582Whirlpool
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Part NumberW11224591
ReplacesW10728111, W10865431, W11215582
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Part TypeEvaporator fan motor assembly with defrost thermostat, temperature sensor, and wire harness
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberW11224591
ReplacesW10728111, W10865431, W11215582
Common Symptoms
- Uneven cooling or reduced airflow in the refrigerator compartment
- Evaporator-fan area is unusually noisy, such as grinding or squealing
- Fan does not operate during a cooling cycle
- Frost or ice interferes with the fan blade or evaporator airflow
- Refrigerator may run longer than usual while attempting to maintain temperature
Check Before Replacing
- Disconnect electrical power before inspection.
- Listen for the evaporator fan operating during a cooling cycle, recognizing that fan operation may be controlled by the refrigerator’s operating conditions.
- With power disconnected and the evaporator area safely accessible, check whether the fan blade turns freely without rubbing or obstruction; do not force it.
- Inspect for visible frost or ice contacting the fan blade or blocking airflow.
- If service documentation for the specific refrigerator provides electrical tests, follow that documentation for the motor and harness; do not test live circuits unless qualified.
Pro Tip
A warm fresh-food compartment does not by itself prove the fan motor has failed. First check for ice or another airflow obstruction and confirm that the fan is not simply being held off by the refrigerator’s normal controls.
Part Details
Part NumberW11224591
Part TypeEvaporator fan motor assembly with defrost thermostat, temperature sensor, and wire harness
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Primary FunctionCirculates air across the refrigerator evaporator coil and through the refrigerator compartment; the assembly also incorporates a defrost thermostat, temperature sensor, and wire harness.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect the refrigerator from electrical power before installation.
- Access is typically through the evaporator or rear freezer-area cover, but panel removal varies by refrigerator model.
- Photograph or identify the existing wire-harness connections before disconnecting them.
- Replace the assembly using the model-specific service instructions and reconnect the harness exactly as originally arranged.
- After reassembly, ensure the fan blade is clear of panels, wiring, frost, and other obstructions before restoring power.
Verified Compatible Models
7WF736SDAM14, IX7DDEXDSM02, KRFF507HBL00, KRFF507HBS00, KRFF507HBS02, KRFF507HPS00, KRFF507HPS01, KRFF507HPS02, KRFF507HWH00, KRFF507HWH02, MFT2574DEE02, MFT2574DEH02, MFT2574DEM02, MFT2772HEZ00, MFT2772HEZ01, WRF736SDAM14
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
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