WPW10205979 - Whirlpool Refrigerator Motor

This Whirlpool Refrigerator Dispenser Ice Chute Door Motor (WPW10205979) is a genuine part, exclusively designed for refrigerators. Compatible with Whirlpool brand, it also known as 'dispenser ice chute door motor,' closes and opens the ice door on the ice dispenser chute. Motors in a refrigerator power the compressor and fans, with this specific motor being essential for managing the ice dispenser door. Proper operation of the motor ensures the ice door opens for ice dispensing and closes to maintain the refrigerator's internal temperature. Insufficient cooling can cause motors to overheat or burn out, leading to failed operations such as compression or air circulation. Symptoms indicating the need for replacement include a stuck ice dispenser door, inability to dispense ice, or an ice dispenser door that does not close properly. Before purchasing, double-check your refrigerator's model number for compatibility.