{"product_id":"whirlpool-wpw10194431-refrigerator-start-device","title":"Whirlpool Refrigerator Start Device WPW10194431 — Fixes Compressor Not Starting","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{\nposition:relative;\noverflow:hidden;\nbackground:\nlinear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,.86) 55%,rgba(0,0,0,.45)),\nurl('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;\npadding:44px 34px;\nborder-radius:12px;\nmargin:0 0 28px;\ncolor:#fff;\nbox-shadow:0 10px 30px rgba(0,0,0,.25);\n}\n.hero-banner:before{\ncontent:'';\nposition:absolute;\ninset:0;\nbackground:radial-gradient(circle at center,rgba(0,153,255,.20),transparent 65%);\nanimation:pulse 5s infinite;\n}\n.hero-banner\u003e*{\nposition:relative;\nz-index:2;\n}\n.hero-banner h2{\nmargin:0 0 8px;\nfont-size:1.85em;\nfont-weight:900;\nletter-spacing:.2px;\nline-height:1.1;\n}\n.label{\ndisplay:inline-block;\nbackground:#c8a400;\ncolor:#000;\nfont-size:.72em;\nfont-weight:900;\ntext-transform:uppercase;\nletter-spacing:1px;\npadding:5px 12px;\nborder-radius:999px;\nmargin-bottom:12px;\n}\n.hero-specs{\ndisplay:flex;\nflex-wrap:wrap;\ngap:8px;\nmargin-top:15px;\n}\n.hero-specs span{\nbackground:rgba(255,255,255,.14);\nborder:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.25);\nborder-radius:999px;\npadding:7px 13px;\nfont-size:.82em;\nfont-weight:800;\n}\n.pro-tip{\nposition:relative;\noverflow:hidden;\nbackground:#1a1a2e;\nborder-left:5px solid #c8a400;\npadding:16px 20px;\nborder-radius:8px;\nmargin:24px 0;\ncolor:#f0f0f0;\nfont-size:.95em;\nline-height:1.6;\n}\n.pro-tip strong{\ncolor:#c8a400;\n}\n.upsell-box{\nbackground:#ffecd1;\nborder-left:5px solid #ff9800;\npadding:14px 18px;\nmargin:20px 0;\nborder-radius:8px;\n}\n@keyframes pulse{\n50%{opacity:.85}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eOEM REPLACEMENT PART\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool Refrigerator Start Device WPW10194431\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003ePart# WPW10194431\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eReplaces W10194431\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eReplaces W10448874\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Whirlpool\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Maytag \/ KitchenAid \/ Amana\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eRefrigerator Compressor Not Starting? Start Device WPW10194431 – Fix No-Cool Fast\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA refrigerator that runs warm or won't cool is most often caused by a failed compressor start device.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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. \u003cstrong\u003e⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-platform refrigerators.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePart WPW10194431\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine OEM replacement that restores compressor starting and full cooling performance immediately.\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✔ The refrigerator powers on — interior light works, fans run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ The freezer and fridge are both warm or not cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Electrical supply to the unit is confirmed OK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ ONLY problem is the compressor not starting — often with a clicking or buzzing sound\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 — fridge and freezer both warm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClicking or buzzing sound every 2–5 minutes (overload tripping)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor hums briefly then shuts off without starting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFridge runs constantly but never reaches 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 start device restores normal compressor operation and full cooling immediately.\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 WPW10194431\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerator Compressor Start Device \/ PTC Start Relay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e W10194431, W10448874\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Inglis, JennAir\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\nAlso check the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/wpw10662129-refrigerator-run-capacitor\"\u003erun capacitor WPW10662129\u003c\/a\u003e — 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.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: EASY — 10–15 minutes.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Compatible Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirmed compatible with WRS322FDAB00, WRT779REYB00, KBFS25EWMS0, MFF2558VEM1, GX5FHDXVY01 plus hundreds of additional Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Amana refrigerator models. \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\u003eShake Test Before You Order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRemove 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.\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"XPart Supply Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"OEM","offer_id":51458874507553,"sku":"WPW10194431","price":109.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Used","offer_id":51458874540321,"sku":"WPW10194431","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/Whirlpool_Refrigerator_Start_Device_WPW10194431_Fixes_Compressor_Not_Starting.png?v=1780670432","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/whirlpool-wpw10194431-refrigerator-start-device","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}