Whirlpool Refrigerator: chemical smell

Based on 3 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for chemical smell: Investigate for coolant leak or faulty components (50.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Coolant leak (2 mentions)
  • Faulty fan motor (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Investigate for coolant leak or faulty components

    Success rate: 67.0% DIY: Maybe Hard

  2. Wait and monitor for smell to dissipate

    Success rate: 33.0% DIY: Maybe Easy

Can I Fix This Myself?

50.0% DIY Success Rate

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Analysis based on 3 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Chemical smell in fridge/ freezer?!? Am I going crazy??
  2. Whirlpool Fridge Omitting Chemical Smell - WRT311FZDB05
  3. Need advice on a refrigerator with a chemical smell

Community Discussions

chemical smell in fridge and freezer, bad taste in ice and water

Possible causes include a rotten fruit, coolant leak, or faulty fan motor.

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chemical smell

Canceled the delivery of a new unit as the smell disappeared and the refrigerator is still cooling.

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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