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I have a whirlpool refrigerator I changed the start device with the overload, the compressor seems to be hot when I touch it and I am still getting the issue where the light inside shuts off and the fridge makes a clicking noice when I turn the theromstat off the fan also starts to blow with the theromstat off but when I put the theromstat on 3 which is the normal setting i am wondering if my compressor is bad?Whirlpool refrigerator model number ET8WTEXVQ02:( :(
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Seems like you have a burnt wire someplace in the fridg. This will Usually cause low voltage to the compressor that will damage it and make it hard to start.
The problem most likely is a burnt wall outlet.
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Originally Posted by: blueeyes243  I have a whirlpool refrigerator I changed the start device with the overload, the compressor seems to be hot when I touch it and I am still getting the issue where the light inside shuts off and the fridge makes a clicking noice when I turn the theromstat off the fan also starts to blow with the theromstat off but when I put the theromstat on 3 which is the normal setting i am wondering if my compressor is bad?Whirlpool refrigerator model number ET8WTEXVQ02:( :( Sounds like the PCB ( Main Control Board ) is faulty. Check condenser fan; might need to be replaced also.
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I would not replace the expensive board till the fridg is checked out for "problems" mentioned.
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Agreed, must first find source of problems.
If the "Clicking" is from the PCB, then possible faulty capacitors, which affects the overall function of fridge. The condenser fan may malfunction also.
I repaired my PCB which had POOR QUALITY PARTS (capacitors made in Taiwan) GE refused to take responsibility.
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My previous response was not posted.
Was it OFFENSIVE? explain please.
I do not profit in any manner in this forum.
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You might try a portable fan to cool the compressor. I assume you used the right compressor start device and wired it per the original one.
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