Whirlpool Appliance Replacement Part 12723206B, Fixes Door will not open or close properly
Replacement Part
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Common Symptoms
- Door will not open or close properly
- Condensation or sweating around the door
- Refrigerator compartment is too warm
- Frost or moisture buildup near the door seal
- Refrigerator runs longer than usual because cold air is escaping
Check Before Replacing
- Visually inspect the entire gasket for tears, cracks, hardening, kinks, twists, or sections pulling away from the door.
- Close the door and check for visible gaps between the gasket and cabinet around the full perimeter.
- Confirm that the door closes evenly and that shelves or food packages are not preventing full closure.
- Inspect the gasket contact area and remove surface debris with a suitable soft cloth before reassessing the seal.
- If the gasket is only deformed or kinked, gently warm and reshape it according to the appliance manufacturer’s guidance; do not use excessive heat.
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Installation Notes
- Disconnect power or follow the appliance manufacturer’s safety instructions before beginning service.
- Remove the old gasket carefully and compare the replacement’s shape and orientation before fitting it.
- Ensure the new gasket is fully seated around the door perimeter and is not twisted or folded.
- After installation, close the door and inspect the seal for continuous contact and gaps.
- Allow the gasket to settle into shape and recheck door closure and sealing; do not force the door or use unapproved adhesives.
Verified Compatible Models
AFB2234WEB4, AFB2234WES2, AFB2234WES4, AFB2234WES6, AFD2535DEB, AFD2535DEQ5, AFD2535DEQ6, AFD2535DEQ14, AFD2535DEW5, AFD2535DEW6, AFD2535DEW7, AFD2535DEW9, AFD2535FES4, AFD2535FES6, AFD2535FES8, AFD2535FES12, AFF2534FES, AFF2534FES3, AFF2534FEW2, AFF2534FEW4, GX5FHDXTB11, GX5FHDXTL11, GX5FHDXTQ11, GX5FHDXTS11, GX5FHTXTB11, GX5FHTXTL11, GX5FHTXTQ11, GX5FHTXTS11, GX5FHTXTT11, GX5SHDXTB11, GX5SHDXTL11, GX5SHDXTQ11, GX5SHDXTS11, GX5SHTXTB11, GX5SHTXTL11, GX5SHTXTQ11, GX5SHTXTS11, GX5SHTXTT11, WRF535SMHB02, WRF535SMHB05, WRF535SMHW02, WRF535SMHW05, WRF535SWHB02, WRF535SWHB05, WRF535SWHV02, WRF535SWHV03, WRF535SWHV04, WRF535SWHV05, WRF535SWHW02, WRF535SWHW05, WRF535SMBM00, G20EFSB23S4, G20EFSB23S5, G20EFSB23S6, G25EFSB23S6, GX2FHDXVB03, GX2FHDXVA02, GX2FHDXVA03, GX2FHDXVQ02, GX2FHDXVT02, GX2FHDXVT03, GX2FHDXVY03, GX2SHBXVB03, GX2SHBXVB04, GX5FHDXVA02, GX5FHTXVB04, G25EFSB23S5, G25EFSB23S7, G25EFSB23S8, GX2FHDXVB04, GX2SHBXVQ03, GX2SHBXVY03, GX5FHDXVD02, GX5FHDXVT02, G20EFSB2313, G25EFSB2313, GX2FHDXVB00, GX2FHDXVB02, GX2FHDXVQ03, GX2FHDXVY00, GX2SHBXVB00, GX2SHBXVQ02, GX2SHBXVY02, GX2SHDXVB00, GX5FHDXVB02, GX5FHDXVB03, GX5FHDXVB04, GX5FHDXVQ02, GX5FHDXVT01, GX5FHTXVB03, GX5FHTXVQ01, GX5FHTXVY01, GX5SHDXVB01, GX5SHDXVB03, GX5SHDXVQ01, GX5SHTXVY01, GX5FHDXTQ00, GX5FHDXTQ01, GX5FHTXTL01, GX5SHDXTS01, GX5SHDXVT00
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