Part Name: Refrigerator Defrost Bi-Metal Thermostat
Manufacturer: Whirlpool
Category: Refrigerator Component
Primary Function: The defrost bi-metal thermostat is designed to protect the evaporator from overheating during the defrost cycle in a refrigerator.
Installation & Compatibility
Compatible Models: Fits various Whirlpool refrigerator models; please confirm this part is correct for your model before ordering.
Installation Difficulty: Medium — requires basic appliance repair knowledge.
Tools Required: Screwdriver, work gloves
Additional Information
This defrost bi-metal thermostat (part number WPW10225581) prevents the evaporator from overheating during the defrost cycle, ensuring your refrigerator s efficiency and safety. If your refrigerator isn t maintaining the right temperature or shows signs of frost buildup, a faulty defrost thermostat may be the cause.
This thermostat replaces older part number W10225581. Check your model compatibility before ordering to ensure a proper fit.
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Reviews
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October 25, 2022|Jimmy V, Daphne, AL
Possibly the best money I've ever spent! If your freezer side is frosting up while your fridge side isn't cold, this is likely the culprit. Easy to install, and cheaper than the minimum service call just for someone to take a look. Before you give up and buy a new one, try this.
Ease of InstallationEasy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Fixed itself
November 09, 2021|George, St. Louis, MO
Apparently the presence of the part caused the to cease malfunctioning. I have it in a drawer, in case the refrigerator needs a reminder.
Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of InstallationLess than 30 minutes
verified customer
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Easy to install
October 19, 2021|Larry 4, Buna TX
I was going to buy a new fridge. After utubing found the bimetal defrost thermostat bad. Order exactly the same part from Sears parts and replacement was made. After 31 yrs te spare fridge is back to working.
Ease of InstallationVery Difficult
Duration of InstallationMore than 2 hours
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Very easy installation.
July 19, 2021|Mike D, Taylor PA
I installed a new thermostat in my Kenmore refrigerator it was very easy and it works great part was exactly what I needed.
Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of InstallationLess than 30 minutes
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Fixed my problem
June 14, 2021|Nickc217, Hanover, PA
Fridge was freezing up every few days. Replaced it and everything working okay now. Better than spending the $ calling a service repair person.
Ease of InstallationModerate
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Installing is easy
June 01, 2021|panama, New Orleans
Disconnect power supply from unit, remove all shelves and storage bin, now remove hangers inboard side of freezer and bin guild, now remove metal cover to replace bi metal switch use blow dryer to melt ice bill up so defrost unit can over
Ease of InstallationModerate
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Easy to replace took 45 minutes
May 02, 2021|Charles, Penn Valley, CA
Quick and easy but did not fix my problem. But worth the investment.
Ease of InstallationEasy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour
verified customer
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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I had no problem installing the part
March 11, 2021|Lyn58, Aiken SC
It was fast & easy to install the part& it was the answer to the problem
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