Thermistor W10316760 Whirlpool Refrigerator

Whirlpool Genuine OEM W10316760 Refrigerator Thermistor. The thermistor detects air temperature inside the refrigerator and sends information to the electronic control.

The thermistor functions as a temperature sensor, detecting changes in temperature within the refrigerator compartment. It measures these changes by responding to variations in electrical resistance, which are directly proportional to the temperature.

Based on the readings from the thermistor, the refrigerator’s control system regulates the operation of the cooling system to maintain the desired temperature settings. If the temperature rises above the setpoint, the control system activates the compressor to cool the refrigerator down, while if the temperature falls below the setpoint, it may adjust the cooling system accordingly to prevent overcooling.