Whirlpool Refrigerator Start Device WPW10194431 — Fixes Compressor Not Starting

Whirlpool Refrigerator Start Device WPW10194431 — Fixes Compressor Not Starting

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Refrigerator Compressor Not Starting? Start Device WPW10194431 – Fix No-Cool Fast

A refrigerator that runs warm or won't cool is most often caused by a failed compressor start device. In most Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Amana refrigerators, this small component is responsible for giving the compressor the initial electrical kick it needs to start. When it fails, the compressor won't run, the fridge stops cooling entirely, and you may hear a clicking sound every few minutes as the overload trips. ⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-platform refrigerators. Part WPW10194431 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores compressor starting and full cooling performance immediately.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

✔ The refrigerator powers on — interior light works, fans run
✔ The freezer and fridge are both warm or not cooling
✔ Electrical supply to the unit is confirmed OK
✔ ONLY problem is the compressor not starting — often with a clicking or buzzing sound

Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

Refrigerator not cooling — fridge and freezer both warm
Clicking or buzzing sound every 2–5 minutes (overload tripping)
Compressor hums briefly then shuts off without starting
Fridge runs constantly but never reaches set temperature

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.

✔ In most cases, replacing this start device restores normal compressor operation and full cooling immediately.

📦 Part Details

Part Number: WPW10194431
Type: Refrigerator Compressor Start Device / PTC Start Relay
Replaces: W10194431, W10448874
Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Inglis, JennAir

⚠️ Recommended While Repairing:
Also check the run capacitor WPW10662129 — on many Whirlpool-platform compressors, the start device and run capacitor fail together. Replacing both in one service call eliminates the most common causes of compressor no-start and avoids a repeat repair.

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: EASY — 10–15 minutes. Disconnect power before servicing. Pull the refrigerator away from the wall and remove the rear access panel or lower kick plate to access the compressor. The start device plugs directly onto the compressor start pin — pull the old one off, shake it (a rattling sound confirms it's failed), and press the new one on. Reinstall the panel and restore power.

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with WRS322FDAB00, WRT779REYB00, KBFS25EWMS0, MFF2558VEM1, GX5FHDXVY01 plus hundreds of additional Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Amana refrigerator models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

💡 Pro Tip

Shake Test Before You Order:
Remove the existing start device from the compressor pin and give it a shake. If you hear rattling inside, the device has failed internally — this part is your fix. If it's silent, the issue may be the overload protector or the compressor itself. Confirming with the shake test before ordering saves time and ensures you get the right part on the first try.

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages

✅Compatibility & Cross Reference

Part number WPW10194431 replaces W10194431, W10448874

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