Whirlpool WBM39LW User Manual

WHIRLPOOL CONSUMER SERVICES
Models WBM35LW
WBM35LS
WBM39LW
WBM39LS
WBM46LW
WBM46LS
March 2003
This Service Manual supersedes Service Manual, Part No. SM1100, dated July 02.
Please remove and destroy the superseded manual.
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This documentation is intended only for qualified technicians who possess the required qualifications and are
aware of the regulatory requirements applicable to servicing electrical appliances.
Whirlpool (Australia) Pty Limited Part No. SM1101
A. B. N. 28 003 578 023
WHIRLPOOL AUSTRALASIA
CONSUMER SERVICES
SERVICE MANUAL
ELECTRONIC
TOP MOUNT REFRIGERATOR
Model Version
WMB35LW 8534 772 53000
WBM35LS 8534 772 53010
WMB39LW 8534 773 53000
WBM39LS 8534 773 53010
WMB46LW 8534 774 53000
WBM46LS 8534 774 53010

Whirlpool WBM39LW Specifications

General

Brand	Whirlpool
Model	WBM39LW
Category	Refrigerator
Color	White
Total Capacity	19.6 cu. ft.
Freezer Capacity	4.9 cu. ft.
Capacity	19.6 cu. ft.

Summary

2. Technical Specifications

3.2. Product Electronic Control System

Potency Module

Describes the Potency Module's location, connection, and replacement procedure.

Temperature Sensor

Interface Board

3.2.1. Freezer Temperature Control

3.2.2. Refrigerator Temperature Control

3.2.6. Defrost System

3.2.6.1. Problems During Defrost

3.2.7. Alarm System

Fault Code 1: Freezer Door Open

Fault Code 2: Refrigerator Door Open

Fault Code 3: Freezer Temperature High

Fault Code 4: Temperature Sensor Circuit Open

Fault Code 5: Bimetal Defrost Failure

Fault Code 6: Bimetal Opens During Operation

Fault Code 7: Bimetal Opens Too Quickly

3.2.7.1. 2Hz Alarm Details

Temperature Sensor Replacement Precautions

Potency Module Replacement Note

3.2.7.2. 4Hz Alarm Details

Defrost Heater and Bimetal Analysis

A. Defrost Heater Test

B. Defrost Bimetal Test

4. Tests

4.1. Electronic Board Test Routine

4.2. Self-Test General Notes

5.3. Compressor

6. Component Assembly, Disassembly & Replacement

6.1. Disassembling Evaporator Covers

6.2. Replacing the Bimetallic with Termofuse

6.3. Replacing the Defrost Heater

6.7. Replacing the Temperature Sensor

8. Small Sized Tools (Necessary)

9. Wiring Diagram

10. Failure Correction Chart