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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Drawer Switch Replacement #12466104
Whirlpool Refrigerator Drawer Switch Replacement #12466104
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Total Parts Cost
$31.64Estimated Savings
$112.5002:55
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drawer switch on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing the drawer switch is when the light at the top of the fridge does not turn on when the drawer is opened but does turn on when one of the doors is opened.
All of the information in this drawer switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Amana, Maytag, Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Admiral, Crosley, Magic Chef, Gaggenau
Tools used: 1/4” socket or nut driver, flat-head screwdriver
All of the information in this drawer switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Amana, Maytag, Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Admiral, Crosley, Magic Chef, Gaggenau
Tools used: 1/4” socket or nut driver, flat-head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the drawer switch in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Open both refrigerator doors and pull out the refrigerator drawer.
3
Remove the bin.
4
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the two lower screws securing the drawer front to the supports.
5
Now loosen the top screws so you can lift off the front.
6
Carefully remove the glass shelf.
7
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry out the old drawer switch from the support rail.
8
Disconnect the wires to fully release the switch.
9
Install the new drawer switch by first connecting the wires to the terminals
10
Then align the switch on the support rail and snap it into place.
11
Carefully replace the glass shelf.
12
Reinstall the drawer front by positioning it on the supports.
13
Tighten the top screws and replace the lower screws.
14
Replace the bin.
15
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and confirm that the new switch works properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drawer switch on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reason for replacing the drawer switch is when the light at the top of the fridge does not turn on when the drawer is opened but does turn on when one of the doors is opened.
All of the information in this drawer switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Amana, Maytag, Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Admiral, Crosley, Magic Chef, Gaggenau
Tools used: 1/4” socket or nut driver, flat-head screwdriver
All of the information in this drawer switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Amana, Maytag, Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Jenn Air, Admiral, Crosley, Magic Chef, Gaggenau
Tools used: 1/4” socket or nut driver, flat-head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the drawer switch in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Open both refrigerator doors and pull out the refrigerator drawer.
3
Remove the bin.
4
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to remove the two lower screws securing the drawer front to the supports.
5
Now loosen the top screws so you can lift off the front.
6
Carefully remove the glass shelf.
7
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry out the old drawer switch from the support rail.
8
Disconnect the wires to fully release the switch.
9
Install the new drawer switch by first connecting the wires to the terminals
10
Then align the switch on the support rail and snap it into place.
11
Carefully replace the glass shelf.
12
Reinstall the drawer front by positioning it on the supports.
13
Tighten the top screws and replace the lower screws.
14
Replace the bin.
15
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and confirm that the new switch works properly.
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