Whirlpool ED5GVEXVD00 refrigerator Parts

The Whirlpool ED5GVEXVD00 is a full-size side-by-side refrigerator with a typical capacity around 25 cu. ft. For exact capacity and the cabinet dimensions (height, width, depth), we recommend confirming the specifications in the ED5GVEXVD00 owner's manual.

What “big” usually means (capacity vs. dimensions)

When customers ask how big a refrigerator is, it usually refers to one or both of these:

• Capacity (cu. ft.): how much food it holds
• Overall dimensions: how much space it takes in your kitchen
• Door swing clearance: space needed to fully open doors and bins
• Depth with handles: important for counter-depth planning
• Height with hinges: important for overhead cabinet clearance

Typical size range for this style

Most Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators in this class fall into these common ranges:

Spec	Typical range for side-by-side refrigerators
Total capacity	24 to 26 cu. ft.
Width	about 33 to 36 inches
Height	about 65 to 71 inches
Depth (with handles)	about 32 to 35 inches

How to confirm the exact measurements for your kitchen

Use these steps to avoid fit issues before ordering parts or planning a move:

• Check the product data/specifications section in the ED5GVEXVD00 owner's manual
• Measure width at the widest point (often the doors or handles)
• Measure depth including handles and also depth without handles if needed
• Allow clearance behind the unit for airflow and water line routing
• Plan extra space for door swing so crisper pans and door bins can slide out

Why it matters

Correct size details help prevent installation surprises, ensure proper airflow for cooling performance, and make it easier to choose compatible items like a refrigerator water filter, door gasket, or ice maker parts for the ED5GVEXVD00.

Last updated: January 2026

Most side-by-side refrigerators (including Whirlpool models like ED5GVEXVD00) typically have about 7.5 to 10 cubic feet of freezer space, with total refrigerator capacity commonly around 22.5 to 31 cubic feet. For the exact capacity of your unit, check the ED5GVEXVD00 owner's manual.

Typical freezer capacity ranges

Freezer space varies mainly by cabinet width and overall total capacity.

• Common freezer capacity: 7.5 to 10 cu. ft.
• Common total capacity: 22.5 to 31 cu. ft.
• Typical exterior size: 30 to 36 in. wide, 67 to 70 in. tall, 29 to 35 in. deep
• Usable space changes with shelves, ice bin size, and door bins

Quick comparison: what “typical” looks like

Side-by-side size class	Typical total capacity	Typical freezer capacity
Smaller side-by-side	22.5 to 25 cu. ft.	7.5 to 8.5 cu. ft.
Mid-size side-by-side	25 to 28 cu. ft.	8.5 to 9.5 cu. ft.
Larger side-by-side	28 to 31 cu. ft.	9.5 to 10 cu. ft.

Why it matters

Knowing your freezer’s cubic feet helps you plan grocery storage, choose the right freezer organization bins, and set realistic expectations for ice storage. If your ice container takes up a lot of room, you can also compare it to the size and fit of the refrigerator ice bin WPW10670845.

Last updated: January 2026

On the Whirlpool ED5GVEXVD00 side-by-side refrigerator, we typically force a defrost by power-cycling the unit and then monitoring for normal defrost signs (sizzling or water dripping sounds). This model also defrosts automatically, so a “forced defrost” is mainly a troubleshooting step, not a routine setting.

Safe way to try a defrost cycle reset

Follow the safety steps in the ED5GVEXVD00 owner's manual before servicing.

• Turn the temperature control(s) to OFF.
• Unplug the refrigerator (or switch off the dedicated breaker).
• Wait at least 1 minute.
• Plug the refrigerator back in.
• Set controls back to normal settings; allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize.

What to look and listen for after you reset

During normal operation, defrost activity can sound like:

• Sizzling or gurgling (water dripping on the defrost heater)
• Water running (meltwater draining to the pan)
• Pops or cracks (normal expansion and contraction)
• Fans and compressor changing speed (pulsating sound)

If you are forcing defrost because the freezer is frosting up

A heavy frost pattern usually points to a defrost system issue. These parts are commonly involved:

Symptom	Most likely area	Example part for ED5GVEXVD00
Frost on back freezer panel, weak airflow	Defrost heater circuit	Refrigerator heater WP2323198
Frost returns quickly after manual defrost	Defrost thermostat or control	Refrigerator defrost bi-metal thermostat WPW10225581
Defrost seems inconsistent	Adaptive defrost control	Refrigerator adaptive defrost control board WPW10366605

Why it matters

Defrost keeps the evaporator coils clear so air can move through the freezer and refrigerator. When frost blocks airflow, temperatures rise, ice production drops, and the compressor can run longer than normal.

Last updated: January 2026