Model reference

Whirlpool WRT318FZDB00

Refrigerator

11 documents7 error codes1 service mode

Available documentation

Tech Sheet

TechSheet W10872127 RevA3 pg
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Service and Wiring Sheet3 pg
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Tech Sheet - W11511780 - Rev A6 pg
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Service Manual

Service and Wiring Sheet3 pg
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Tech Tip

Door Reversal Guide2 pg
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Instruction Sheet2 pg
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certificateofconformity-w10339973-reva.pdf1 pg
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Installation Guide

Installation Instructions2 pg
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Installation Instructions32 pg
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Refrigerator User Instructions44 pg
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Quick Reference

Refrigeration Demo Codes24 pg
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Defrost thermistor sensor failure

From Tech Sheet W10864961, p.13:

1.Access service mode to confirm the active fault code and read stored error history.

2.Disconnect the sensor and measure resistance. Expected: 10 kΩ to 12 kΩ at 77°F (25°C).

3.Check the sensor harness for opens. A reading outside 5 kΩ to 50 kΩ indicates a failed sensor.

Part WP8577274

Temperature thermistor

Error codes (7)

CodeMeaning

DEFROST SENSORDefrost thermistor sensor failure detected during service diagnostics.MAIN BOARDMain control board failure detected during service diagnostics mode.MAIN BOARD + DEFROST SENSORMain control board and defrost thermistor sensor have both failed.MAIN BOARD + RC SENSORMain control board and refrigerator compartment thermistor sensor have both…MULTIPLE FAILURESMore than one failure detected; the major failure is displayed first when…RC & DEFROST SENSORBoth refrigerator compartment and defrost thermistor sensors have failed.RC SENSORRefrigerator compartment thermistor sensor failure detected during service…

Service modes (1)

Service Diagnostics Mode["Set unit to minimum temperature setting (D9 on).","Press SW1 and hold door switch for 5…

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