REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT IS WARM WHILE THE FREEZER REMAINS COLD
Whirlpool Refrigerator Diffuser / Damper Control Assembly W10861170, Fixes Refrigerator compartment is warm while the freezer remains cold
Whirlpool OEM refrigerator diffuser, also described as a damper control assembly, that regulates airflow from the freezer into the refrigerator compartment.
Part W10861170Replaces W10633587Whirlpool
Guaranteed to Fit — or your money back.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
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Part NumberW10861170
ReplacesW10633587
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Part TypeDiffuser / Damper Control Assembly
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberW10861170
Verified Previous OEM NumbersW10633587
Common Symptoms
- Refrigerator not cooling properly
- Refrigerator compartment warm while freezer is cold
- Food freezing in the refrigerator compartment
- Refrigerator running constantly
- Noisy operation associated with a malfunctioning damper assembly
Check Before Replacing
- Check whether the damper door opens and closes normally when the refrigerator calls for cooling.
- Inspect for a stuck, obstructed, or visibly damaged damper door.
- Verify the refrigerator is receiving power and that other cooling components are operating before condemning the diffuser.
Pro Tip
Confirm the appliance model before ordering because this diffuser fits selected Whirlpool-family top-freezer refrigerators.
Part Details
Part NumberW10861170
Part TypeDiffuser / Damper Control Assembly
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Primary FunctionControls airflow into the refrigerator compartment to help maintain temperature.
✅ Supersession Note: W10861170 supersedes W10633587 and is the current documented manufacturer replacement.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the refrigerator.
- Use the appliance model number to confirm fit before installation.
- Do not force the damper door during inspection or installation.
Verified Compatible Models
Fitment reminder: Verified compatibility is maintained by the XPart Model Hub Network. Match the complete appliance model number before ordering.
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