Why is my Whirlpool fridge not cold enough?
Dirty condenser coils are the most common cause for a Whirlpool refrigerator not cooling. Condenser coils dissipate heat as the refrigerant passes through them. If the coils are clogged in dirt and debris, they can’t release the heat properly.
What to check if your refrigerator stops cooling?
Depending on what’s causing your fridge not to keep perishable foods cold enough, the following procedures might help.
- Make sure your fridge is getting power.
- Check the refrigerator’s thermostat.
- Test the seals on your fridge doors.
- Determine whether the refrigerator is level.
- Clean the condenser coils.
What should I do if my refrigerator is not cold enough?
Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator not cooling properly?
Below are the possible reasons why your Whirlpool refrigerator and freezer are not cooling: 1. Condenser Coils Are Dirty. Check the condenser coils to see if they are dirty. If they are clogged with dirt, they will not dissipate the heat of the refrigerant properly. So, the refrigerator will not cool properly.
How long does it take for Whirlpool refrigerator to cool?
If your Whirlpool refrigerator is newly installed, cooling is not instantaneous; it takes a little while for it to cool completely. Allow 24 hours from the time you connect power to your new fridge and turn on the cooling feature before you put food inside.
What happens if the freezer does not have an evaporator?
On refrigerators with only one evaporator, the evaporator is located in the freezer compartment. If the evaporator fan is not working, it will not circulate the cold air to the refrigerator compartment. If this occurs, the freezer may still get cold, while the refrigerator will not get cold.
What to do if your refrigerator fan is not working?
To determine if the fan motor is defective, first check the fan blade for obstructions. Next, try turning the fan motor blade by hand. If the blade does not spin freely, replace the condenser fan motor. If no obstructions are present and the fan blade spins freely, use a multimeter to test the fan motor for continuity.
