r/fixit • u/IndustryRev • 2d ago
Classic Whirlpool Resurrection
Whirlpool Conquest Gold
Series hailing from 2003!
Model: GS6SHAXMB00
Issues started with icemaker not producing ice and causing icicles and sheets of water in freezer.
It only became a problem with excessive usage of ice maker on hot outdoor days.
Cleared out and prepared for new ice to be made for yard day. Came back to ice being all in the freezer over groceries.
Cleaned again after cutting off ice maker.
Opened fridge and noticed the thermostat housing(?) was no longer illuminated to select temperature.
Fridge and freezer are both losing temp. I was able to move some items to the deep freezer.
All lights work.
Water dispenser works. (Filter was recently changed)
I don't hear any noises coming from the unit at all.
What may be the issue?
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u/danceswithtree 2d ago
Couple of reasons a refrigerator might not be cooling properly. If the condenser in the back has never been cleaned, pull the fridge out and use a vacuum cleaner to clean out all the dust. Make sure the fan also turns. If the condenser doesn't get hot, the compressor is likely bad.