[Lifetime Warranty] W10366605 Refrigerator Defrost Control Board Replacement - Compatible with Whirlpool Kenmore Refrigerators - Replaces AP6020483 W10366605 2252150 W10135899
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Close-up of W10366605 refrigerator defrost control board with red protective cover on green circuit board.
Side view of W10366605 refrigerator defrost control board showing dimensions and brand compatibility information.
Infographic showing refrigerator symptoms fixed by W10366605 defrost control board for Whirlpool and Kenmore models.
Close-up of W10366605 refrigerator defrost control board showing electronic components and wiring connectors.
W10366605 refrigerator defrost control board circuit component with electronic capacitors and relay.
Family enjoying a fully functional refrigerator after a DIY repair with BlueStars replacement parts.
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[Lifetime Warranty] W10366605 Refrigerator Defrost Control Board Replacement - Compatible with Whirlpool Kenmore Refrigerators - Replaces AP6020483 W10366605 2252150 W10135899

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W10366605 Refrigerator Adaptive Defrost Control (ADC) Board

Key Features

  • Adaptive Defrost Logic: Features an intelligent micro-controller that monitors compressor run-time and door opening frequency to automatically adjust the interval between defrost cycles, maximizing energy efficiency.
  • Precision Relay Switching: Equipped with a heavy-duty 120V relay that provides reliable power switching to the defrost heater, ensuring complete ice removal from the evaporator coils.
  • Low-Power Design: Manufactured with high-grade electrical components that draw minimal idle power, helping to lower the overall energy consumption of the appliance.
  • Enhanced Circuit Protection: Includes integrated surge protection to shield the delicate control logic from electrical spikes common in residential power grids.
  • Direct Plug-and-Play Installation: Designed with a standardized pin-connector layout that matches the factory wiring harness, allowing for a fast and secure connection without wire splicing.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

  • WPW10366605
  • AP6020483
  • PS11753802
  • W10366604
  • W10366608
  • W10135899
  • W10135900
  • W10135053
  • 2252150
  • 2213456

Compatibility & Fitment

This control board is used extensively in Whirlpool-manufactured refrigerators. Key compatible brands include:

  • Whirlpool & Kenmore: Fits a vast range of 106-prefix and 253-prefix models, as well as the popular Gold, Resource Saver, and ED5/GD5 series.
  • Maytag: Compatible with various MZD and MSD series side-by-side refrigerators produced after the Whirlpool merger.
  • KitchenAid & Amana: Direct fit for premium KitchenAid units and value-tier Amana refrigerators utilizing mechanical or early electronic defrost systems.
  • Additional Brands: Fits specific models from Estate, Roper, Crosley, and Inglis.
  • Note: This board is typically located inside the control console housing on the ceiling of the refrigerator compartment. Some installations may require you to transfer the board from its original plastic housing into the new one.

When to Replace

  • Ice Buildup on Freezer Back Wall: The most common sign; the board is failing to trigger the defrost heater, causing frost to accumulate and eventually block the airflow.
  • Fridge Section is Warm: When the evaporator coils are frozen solid, cold air cannot be moved into the fresh food compartment by the fan.
  • Compressor Runs Constantly: Because the coils are insulated by ice, the refrigerator struggles to reach the set temperature, forcing the compressor to run without stopping.
  • Audible Clicking Noises: A failing relay on the board may click repeatedly without successfully turning on the defrost heater.
  • Water Leaking Inside: In some cases, erratic defrost cycles can cause the defrost drain to freeze over, leading to water pooling at the bottom of the fridge.

Installation Tips

  • Safety First: CRITICAL: Disconnect the refrigerator from the power source before starting. This board is connected directly to line voltage.
  • Access the Console: PRO TIP: Remove the screws holding the plastic control console to the ceiling of the refrigerator. Be careful as you lower it; the wiring harnesses for the lights and temperature controls are still attached.
  • Discharge Static: Touch a grounded metal object before handling the new board. Static electricity can damage the sensitive microchips on the W10366605.
  • The "Test" Mode: Many of these boards have two small metal pads or pins labeled "Test." After installation, you can jump these pins briefly with a screwdriver to force the fridge into an immediate defrost cycle to verify the repair.
  • Check the Heater & Thermostat: Before closing the console, it is wise to test the defrost heater and defrost thermostat (bi-metal) for continuity. If those parts are blown, the new control board will not solve the ice problem.
Brand Model Number
Replaces 2210005, 2213456, 2213457, 2213475, 2213476, 2213489, 2213490, 2252148, 2252150, 2303822, 2303837, 2304069, AP5326116, AP6020483, PS11753802, PS3504080, W10135053, W10135899, W10135900, W10135900R, W10351622, W10351625, W10351626, W10353224, W10366604, W10366608, WPW10351622
Amana ASD2275BRB00, ASD2275BRB01, ASD2275BRB02, ASD2275BRS00, ASD2275BRS01, ASD2275BRW00, ASD2275BRW01, ASD2522WRB02, ASD2522WRB03, ASD2522WRB04, ASD2522WRD02, ASD2522WRD03, ASD2522WRD04, ASD2522WRS02, ASD2522WRS03, ASD2522WRS04, ASD2522WRS07, ASD2522WRW02, ASD2522WRW03, ASD2522WRW04, ASD2575BRB00, ASD2575BRB01, ASD2575BRB03, ASD2575BRS00, ASD2575BRS01, ASD2575BRW00, ASD2575BRW01
Maytag MSD2272VEB00, MSD2272VEB01, MSD2272VEQ00, MSD2272VEQ01, MSD2272VES00, MSD2272VES01, MSD2272VEW00, MSD2272VEW01, MSD2542VEB00, MSD2542VEB01, MSD2542VEQ00, MSD2542VEQ01, MSD2542VES00, MSD2542VES01, MSD2542VEW00, MSD2542VEW01, MSD2572VEB00, MSD2572VEB01, MSD2572VEQ00, MSD2572VEQ01, MSD2572VES00, MSD2572VES01, MSD2572VES02, MSD2572VEW00, MSD2572VEW01
Maytag MSF22C2EXB00, MSF22C2EXM00, MSF22C2EXM01, MSF22C2EXS00, MSF22C2EXW00, MSF22D4XAB00, MSF22D4XAB01, MSF22D4XAM00, MSF22D4XAM01, MSF22D4XAW00, MSF22D4XAW01, MSF25C2EXB00, MSF25C2EXM00, MSF25C2EXS00, MSF25C2EXW00, MSF25D2EAS01, MSF25D4XAB00, MSF25D4XAM00, MSF25D4XAW00
Whirlpool 7ED5FHEXMS00, 7ED5FHEXRS00, 7GS6SHAXKB01, 7GS6SHAXKB02, 7GS6SHAXKQ01, 7GS6SHAXKQ02, 7GS6SHAXKS01, 7GS6SHAXKS02, 7GS6SHAXKT01, 7GS6SHAXKT02
Whirlpool 7WRS22FDBF00, 7WRS22FDBF02, 7WRS22FDBW00, 7WRS22FDBW02, 7WRS22FEBF00, 7WRS25FDBF00, 7WRS25FDBF02, 7WRS25FEBF00
Whirlpool ED2DHEXWB00, ED2DHEXWL00, ED2DHEXWQ00, ED2GVEXVD01, ED2KVEXVQ01, ED2VHEXVB01, ED2VHEXVL01, ED2VHEXVQ01
Whirlpool ED5FVAXWL01, ED5FVGXWS06, ED5GVEXVD06, ED5GVEXVD07, ED5KVEXVB01, ED5KVEXVB02, ED5KVEXVB05, ED5KVEXVB06, ED5KVEXVB07, ED5KVEXVL01, ED5KVEXVL02, ED5KVEXVQ01, ED5KVEXVQ02, ED5KVEXVQ05, ED5KVEXVQ07, ED5KVEXVS01, ED5KVEXVS05, ED5KVEXVS06, ED5KVEXVS07
Whirlpool GC5SHAXSB00, GC5SHAXSB01, GC5SHAXSB02, GC5SHAXSB03, GC5SHAXSQ00, GC5SHAXSQ01, GC5SHAXSQ02, GC5SHAXSS00, GC5SHAXSS01, GC5SHAXSS02, GC5SHAXSS03, GC5SHAXST00, GC5SHAXST01, GC5SHAXST02, GC5SHAXST03
Whirlpool GS2SHAXLB00, GS2SHAXLB01, GS2SHAXLB02, GS2SHAXLQ00, GS2SHAXLQ01, GS2SHAXLQ02, GS2SHAXLS00, GS2SHAXLS01, GS2SHAXLS02, GS2SHAXLT00, GS2SHAXLT01, GS2SHAXLT02, GS2SHAXSB00, GS2SHAXSB01, GS2SHAXSQ00, GS2SHAXSQ01, GS2SHAXSS00, GS2SHAXSS01, GS2SHAXST00, GS2SHAXST01, GS2SHEXML00
Whirlpool GS6SHAXKB01, GS6SHAXKB02, GS6SHAXKQ01, GS6SHAXKQ02, GS6SHAXKS01, GS6SHAXKS02, GS6SHAXKT01, GS6SHAXKT02, GS6SHEXMS00, GS6SHEXMS01, GS6SHEXMS02, GS6SHEXMS03, GS6SHEXPL00, GS6SHEXPL01, GS6SHEXPL02, GS6SHEXPL03, GS6SHEXPQ00, GS6SHEXPQ01, GS6SHEXPQ02, GS6SHEXPQ03, GS6SHEXNS00
Whirlpool WRS325FDAM00, WRS325FDAM01, WRS325FDAM02, WRS325FDAM04, WRS325FDAW00, WRS325FDAW02, WRS335FDDB00, WRS335FDDM00, WRS335FDDW00, WRS555SIHB00, WRS555SIHV00, WRS555SIHW00, WRS555SIHZ00

FAQ

This control board is designed for use in Whirlpool and Kenmore refrigerators. It is compatible with a wide range of models, including those in the 7WR, ASD, ED2, ED5, and MSF series.
This board replaces numerous OEM part numbers, including W10366605, AP6020483, 2252150, W10135899, W10366604, W10135900, 2213456, 2213457, 2213475, 2213476, 2213489, 2213490, 2252148, 2303822, 2303837, 2304069, PS11753802, W10135053, W10351622, W10351625, W10351626, and W10366608.
If your refrigerator is failing to cool properly, experiencing excessive frost buildup on the evaporator coils, or if the unit is not entering the automatic defrost cycle, the control board may be faulty. These issues often occur because the board is no longer signaling the defrost heater to activate.
Installation is generally straightforward and can be completed at home. The board is typically located in the top compartment of the refrigerator side. You will need to pry open the face cover and remove the securing nut and screw to access and swap the board. Always ensure the refrigerator is unplugged before beginning any work.
The adaptive defrost control board manages the refrigerator's cooling and defrost cycles. It monitors the compressor run time and door openings to determine exactly when the evaporator coils need to be defrosted, ensuring the unit maintains optimal temperature efficiency.