{"product_id":"w11578026-refrigerator-evaporator","title":"Whirlpool Refrigerator Evaporator W11578026 – Genuine OEM","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.clearance-banner{position:relative;background:#ffea00;padding:28px;border-radius:6px;margin:0 0 25px 0;text-align:center;font-size:1.6em;color:#000000;line-height:1.6;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.5px;overflow:hidden;}\n.clearance-banner::before{content:'';position:absolute;top:0;left:-75%;width:50%;height:100%;background:linear-gradient(120deg,rgba(255,255,255,0) 0%,rgba(255,255,255,0.5) 50%,rgba(255,255,255,0) 100%);transform:skewX(-20deg);animation:shimmer 5s infinite;}\n@keyframes shimmer{0%{left:-75%;}100%{left:125%;}}\n.top-bar{background:#ffd600;height:8px;width:100%;margin-bottom:10px;border-radius:4px;}\n.hero-banner{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,0.82) 60%,rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 100%),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:36px 32px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 28px 0;color:#fff;}\n.hero-banner h2{margin:0 0 6px 0;font-size:1.55em;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.hero-banner .label{display:inline-block;background:#c8a400;color:#000;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.hero-specs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px;}\n.hero-specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,0.13);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.25);border-radius:4px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:0.82em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.pro-tip{background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #c8a400;padding:16px 20px;border-radius:6px;margin:24px 0;color:#f0f0f0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.6;}\n.pro-tip strong{color:#c8a400;}\n.upsell-box{background:#ffecd1;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;border-radius:6px;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"top-bar\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearance-banner\"\u003e\n⚠ FINAL CLEARANCE – THIS ITEM WILL NOT BE RESTOCKED\u003cbr\u003e\nLIMITED STOCK – ACT FAST\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eGenuine OEM Replacement Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool Refrigerator Evaporator W11578026 – Genuine OEM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003ePart# W11578026\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eEvaporator Coil Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Whirlpool\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eRefrigerator · Freezer\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eWhirlpool Fridge Not Cooling or Freezer Warm? Evaporator W11578026 – Fix Cooling Failure Fast\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your Whirlpool refrigerator is not cooling, the freezer is warm, or you have excessive frost buildup on the back wall of the freezer compartment, the evaporator coil is the most likely cause.\u003c\/strong\u003e In most Whirlpool refrigerators, the evaporator absorbs heat from the freezer and fresh food compartments — when the coil develops a refrigerant leak, becomes blocked with ice, or fails structurally, the entire cooling system loses efficiency and both compartments warm up. \u003cstrong\u003e⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-built refrigerators.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePart W11578026\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine OEM replacement evaporator that restores full refrigerant heat exchange and returns both compartments to correct operating temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e❓ Is This the Right Part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Refrigerator compressor runs and condenser fan operates normally\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Defrost heater and defrost thermostat have been confirmed working\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Evaporator fan motor is confirmed operational\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Refrigerant charge has been verified or a leak has been identified at the evaporator coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ ONLY problem is insufficient cooling, warm compartments, or heavy frost accumulation on the evaporator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eSend us your model number\u003c\/a\u003e — we’ll confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🔧 Common Symptoms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefrigerator not cooling — fresh food compartment warm despite compressor running\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreezer not reaching temperature — ice cream soft or melting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcessive frost or ice buildup on the back wall of the freezer compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEvaporator fan running but no cold air circulating into the fresh food section\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHissing or gurgling noise from the freezer area — refrigerant leak at the coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefrigerator cycling constantly but never reaching set temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ In most cases, replacing this evaporator restores full cooling performance to both compartments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Part Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e W11578026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerator Evaporator Coil Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM direct-fit replacement (no modification required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whirlpool, and related brands built on the same platform (Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana — confirm with model number)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"upsell-box\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Recommended While Repairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Evaporator replacement requires evacuating and recharging the refrigerant system — while the system is open, replace the filter-drier to prevent moisture contamination of the new coil. A contaminated system will cause the new evaporator to fail within months.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: Advanced — requires EPA 608 certification for refrigerant handling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Disconnect power before beginning. Evaporator replacement involves recovering the refrigerant charge, removing the freezer liner panels to access the evaporator, brazing or flaring the new coil into the refrigerant circuit, installing a new filter-drier, evacuating the system to deep vacuum, and recharging with the correct refrigerant type and weight. This repair must be performed by a licensed HVAC\/R technician — do not attempt without proper equipment and certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Compatible Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirmed compatible with Whirlpool refrigerator models using the W11578026 evaporator assembly. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us to verify your model number\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Pro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e💡 Pro Tip — Always Replace the Filter-Drier When Opening the Refrigerant Circuit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  The filter-drier is a single-use component — once the system is opened, moisture enters the drier and saturates it. Installing a new evaporator without replacing the drier introduces moisture into the new coil, causing acid formation, compressor damage, and premature coil failure. Budget the drier into every evaporator job as a non-negotiable line item.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"model-link-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kitchenaid-refrigerator-parts-canada\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eREFRIGERATOR\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"XPart Supply Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52639760613665,"sku":"W11578026","price":176.19,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/WHIRLPOOL-W11578026-EVAPORATOR-GENUINE-OEM-PART_2963f6c1-0021-4e89-a8fd-d8c5544bcd94.860ab47c7779d6057938bf3b3e8e3eb6.png?v=1777995246","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/w11578026-refrigerator-evaporator","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}