Whirlpool Refrigerator Compressor Start Device and Overload (Start Relay & Overload) WPW10194431, Replaces W10194431

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✅ Cross Reference Information

Common Symptoms

• Refrigerator or freezer not cooling because the compressor does not start
• Repeated clicking from the lower rear compressor area
• Compressor starts and then shuts off shortly afterward
• Burnt odor or visible damage at the start device

Check Before Replacing

• Disconnect electrical power before inspecting or removing the start device.
• Listen for repeated clicking near the compressor and check whether the compressor starts or remains off.
• Inspect the start device and connector for burnt odor, melting, discoloration, or other visible damage.
• Confirm that the refrigerator is receiving power and that the compressor is being commanded to run; other components can produce similar symptoms.
• Do not assume the start device is defective from symptoms alone; follow the model-specific service information for electrical testing.

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Part Details

Installation Notes

• Disconnect power before installation.
• The start device is mounted on the compressor and connects to the compressor wiring harness; compare the old and new assemblies before transferring connections.
• If equipped with a separate run capacitor, ensure it is connected to the replacement start device as required by the appliance design.
• After installation, reinstall any removed rear access cover and verify that the compressor starts normally.
• Use the appliance model-specific instructions when connector orientation or access details are uncertain.

Verified Compatible Models

10641122210, 10650023210, A1RXNGFYB00, A1RXNGFYS00, A1RXNGFYW00, A9RXNGFYB00, A9RXNGFYS00, A9RXNGFYW00, ABB192ZWEB1, ABB192ZWEW1, ABB1921WEW1, ABB1921WEW3, ABB1924WEB1, ABB1924WEB3, ABB1924WED1, ABB1924WEQ1, ABB1924WES1, ABB1924WES3, ABB1924WEW1, ABB1924WEW3, ABB2221WEB1, ABB2221WEW1, ABB2224WEB1, ABB2224WEB3, ABB2224WED1, ABB2224WEQ1, ABB2224WES1, ABB2224WES3, ABB2224WEW1, ABB2224WEW3, ABL192ZWES1, ABR192ZWES1, AFD2535DEW5, AFD2535DEW6, AFD2535DEW7, AFD2535FES4, AFD2535FES6, AFF2534FES3, AFF2534FEW2, ASD2275BRB02, ASD2275BRS01, ASD2275BRW01, EB2SHKXVD03, EB9FVHLWS01, EB9FVHRWS01, EB9SHKXVQ07, ED5PVEXVS05, GI6FARXXY04, GI6FARXXY05, GI6FARXXY06, WRS325FDAM01, GX5FHTXVA02, GX5FHDXVQ03, GX2FHDXVB03, EB2SHKXVQ03, W5TXDWFXQ00, GX5FHTXVY04, GX5SHDXVY03, GB9FHDXWS04, GX2FHDXVA03, GX2FHDXVT03, GX2FHDXVY03, GX5FHDXVA03, EB9SHKXVQ03, GX2SHBXVB03, GX2SHBXVB04, GX2SHBXVY05, GX5FHDXVA02, GX5FHDXVY04, GX5FHDXVY05, GX5FHTXVA03, GX5FHTXVB04, W1TXEMMWQ02, W2RXEMMWB01, W2RXEMMWQ01, W2RXEMMWS01, W6TXNWFWQ01, WRS322FDAM04

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.