{"product_id":"rp-wpl-wp52085-28-8e6b530d","title":"Whirlpool WP52085-28 THERMOSTAT","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool WP52085-28 Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenuine OEM Whirlpool WP52085-28 bi-metal defrost thermostat for Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Amana refrigerators. This thermostat clips onto the evaporator and monitors its temperature, closing the circuit to allow the defrost heater to run only when the evaporator is cold enough. When the thermostat fails, the refrigerator can develop excess frost buildup or stop cooling properly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM Whirlpool replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBi-metal design clips directly onto the evaporator\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eControls when the defrost heater is allowed to run\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for failed or stuck defrost thermostats\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon Symptoms This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcess frost or ice buildup on the evaporator\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRefrigerator or freezer not cooling properly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDefrost heater running too long or not at all\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFood thawing or spoiling in the freezer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnplug the refrigerator and remove the rear interior panel to access the evaporator coils. Locate the defrost thermostat clipped to the evaporator. Disconnect the wiring and unclip the old thermostat. Clip the new thermostat onto the evaporator in the same position and reconnect the wiring. Replace the access panel and restore power.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whirlpool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51621854216435,"sku":"WPL-WP52085-28","price":86.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/7859\/2755\/files\/510IpvFnLiL.jpg?v=1791337904","url":"https:\/\/authenticapplianceparts.com\/zh\/products\/rp-wpl-wp52085-28-8e6b530d","provider":"Authentic Appliance Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}