Here’s the [document|25980|tech sheet] for the refrigerator. This shows how to test the bi-metal thermostat.
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Being a mechanical switch it is possible that it can be intermittent in its operation. It comprises of two dissimilar metal strips that react to temperature. Either moving away from each other or towards each other depending on the temperature. This should happen at a known set rate but age can affect it.
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Being a mechanical switch it is possible that it can be intermittent in its operation. It comprises of two dissimilar metal strips that react to temperature. Either moving away from each other or towards each other depending on the temperature, to either complete or open an electrical circuit. This should happen at a known set rate but age can affect it.
If the tests indicate that it is faulty then here is a [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS11750673-Whirlpool-WPW10225581-Bi-Metal-Defrost-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=&ModelNum=ASD2522WRB03&pSearchTerm=defrost%20thermostat|link] that shows where it is located in your refrigerator, how to replace it and how much it may cost.
There are other suppliers online that may suit you better. Just search for ''ASD2522WRB03 parts'' to get results.
Here’s the [document|25980|tech sheet] for the refrigerator. This shows how to test the bi-metal thermostat.
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Being a mechanical switch it is possible that it can be intermittent in its operation. It comprises of two dissimilar metal strips that react to temperature. Either moving away from each other or towards each other depending on the temperature. This should happen at a known set rate but age can affect it, dirty contacts as well.
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Being a mechanical switch it is possible that it can be intermittent in its operation. It comprises of two dissimilar metal strips that react to temperature. Either moving away from each other or towards each other depending on the temperature. This should happen at a known set rate but age can affect it.
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If the tests indicate that it is faulty then here is a [https://www.partselect.com/PS11750673-Whirlpool-WPW10225581-Bi-Metal-Defrost-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=&ModelNum=ASD2522WRB03&pSearchTerm=defrost%20thermostat|link] that shows where it is located in your refrigerator, how to replace it and how much it may cost.
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If the tests indicate that it is faulty then here is a [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS11750673-Whirlpool-WPW10225581-Bi-Metal-Defrost-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=&ModelNum=ASD2522WRB03&pSearchTerm=defrost%20thermostat|link] that shows where it is located in your refrigerator, how to replace it and how much it may cost.
There are other suppliers online that may suit you better. Just search for ''ASD2522WRB03 parts'' to get results.
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Here’s the [document|25980|tech sheet] for the refrigerator. This shows how to test the bi-metal thermostat.
Being a mechanical switch it is possible that it can be intermittent in its operation. It comprises of two dissimilar metal strips that react to temperature. Either moving away from each other or towards each other depending on the temperature. This should happen at a known set rate but age can affect it, dirty contacts as well.
If the tests indicate that it is faulty then here is a [https://www.partselect.com/PS11750673-Whirlpool-WPW10225581-Bi-Metal-Defrost-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=&ModelNum=ASD2522WRB03&pSearchTerm=defrost%20thermostat|link] that shows where it is located in your refrigerator, how to replace it and how much it may cost.
There are other suppliers online that may suit you better. Just search for ''ASD2522WRB03 parts'' to get results.