Whirlpool GSS26C5XXB Specifications download pdf (Page 23)

Refrigerator Thermistor

1. Depress the tabs on either end of the

Thermistor cover and remove.

2. To replace the Thermistor order

replacement Thermistor kit through the

normal part ordering system by model

number. Follow the instructions supplied

with the kit.

Replacing Refrigerator Thermistor

The refrigerator Thermistor is a variable resistance device connected to the

control board. The temperature of the refrigerator compartment causes the

resistance of the Thermistor to change. The resistance is monitored by a circuit

on the control board which controls the operation of the cooling system. The

Thermistor is located on the right side of the refrigerator cabinet attached to the

back of the cover labeled 6

sense

Warning Panel – Disconnect Power

Checking the Refrigerator Thermistor

1. Disconnect the wiring harness from

connector P6 on the control board.

2. Connect an Ohmmeter across the

Orange and Blue/White wires in the

disconnected wiring harness and

measure the resistance

3. Compare the resistance measured to

the value listed on the Service Sheet

shipped with the refrigerator.. Replace

Thermistor if needed.

WWWWWW

P10 P6 P3

1 6 2 7

Refrigerator Thermistor

Control Board

BU/WH

Refrigerator Compartment - cont

1 2 ... 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 ... 78 79

No comments

Whirlpool GSS26C5XXB Specifications Page 23