Whirlpool Refrigerator: not freezing

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

Is your Whirlpool refrigerator not freezing? This common issue can lead to spoiled food and frustration. Often, dirty condenser coils or a malfunctioning evaporator fan are to blame, affecting the cooling efficiency of your appliance. Understanding these causes can help you address the problem effectively.

Urgency: High

Possible Causes

Dirty condenser coils reducing cooling efficiency

How to Identify: Dust and debris visible on coils at rear/bottom; compressor runs longer with poor cooling

Part: Condenser coils

Evaporator fan malfunction or obstruction

How to Identify: No airflow/noise from fan; freezer cool but fridge warming or inconsistent temperatures; frost buildup around evaporator.

Part: Evaporator fan motor

Preventive Maintenance

  • Clean condenser coils: Reduced cooling efficiency due to dust buildup
    Frequency: every 6 months
  • Check door gaskets: Cold air leakage and inefficiency
    Frequency: quarterly
  • Keep vents unobstructed: Airflow issues leading to poor cooling
    Frequency: ongoing

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Whirlpool Refrigerator not freezing?
Common causes include dirty condenser coils or a malfunctioning evaporator fan.
How do I fix Whirlpool Refrigerator not freezing myself?
Currently, there are no DIY solutions recommended for this issue.
How much does it cost to fix not freezing?
Professional repair costs can vary, but specific repair costs are not listed here.
When should I call a technician for not freezing?
You should call a technician if the issue persists, as it can lead to food spoilage.

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

67%
DIY Success Rate Difficulty: Either

Common Issues Reported by Users

  • Evaporator fan motor failure (1 mentions)
  • Defrost system issues (heater, thermostat, timer) (1 mentions)

User Suggested Solutions

  1. Replaced the evaporator fan motor

    Success rate: 17.0%

  2. Check freezer fan, ice buildup, and coils; consider adding freon if low

    Success rate: 17.0%

  3. Check the defrost heater, defrost thermostat, and defrost timer

    Success rate: 17.0%
Analysis based on 5 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Whirlpool Side By Side DIY Repair
  2. Whirlpool WRV986FDEM0 - Fridge is cooling but freezer is not...
  3. Help! Refrigerator freezer leaking and need help
  4. New Whirlpool WRT311FZDW - freezer is warm and won't drop be...
  5. Whirlpool Refrigerator ET18CKXHB00 - Freezer not freezing

Community Discussions

top of freezer was not longer frozen, feel cold air moving in the bottom of freezer, refrigerator got warmer

Replaced the evaporator fan motor.

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Fridge is cooling but freezer is not freezing

Check freezer fan, ice buildup, and coils; consider adding freon if low.

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leaking water to the side and won't freeze food

Check the defrost heater, defrost thermostat, and defrost timer.

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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