W10613606 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay & Capacitor for Whirlpool KitchenAid Kenmore - 2 Pack

W10613606 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay & Capacitor for Whirlpool KitchenAid Kenmore - 2 PackW10613606 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Capacitor Key Features Dual Component Start System: Integrates a high torque start relay and a run capacitor into a single assembly to provide the electrical "kick" necessary to engage the compressor motor. Integrated Overload Protection: Features an internal bi metal thermal disc that automatically cuts power if the compressor draws excessive current or overheats, preventing expensive motor burnout.

W10613606 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Capacitor

Key Features

• Dual-Component Start System: Integrates a high-torque start relay and a run capacitor into a single assembly to provide the electrical "kick" necessary to engage the compressor motor.
• Integrated Overload Protection: Features an internal bi-metal thermal disc that automatically cuts power if the compressor draws excessive current or overheats, preventing expensive motor burnout.
• Efficient Power Management: The included capacitor helps improve the motor's power factor and running efficiency, reducing electrical consumption during the cooling cycle.
• High-Conductivity 3-Pin Interface: Designed with a precision 3-pin plug that mounts directly onto the compressor's terminals (Common, Start, and Run), ensuring a secure, vibration-resistant connection.

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• AP5787784
• PS8746522
• W10416065
• 67003186
• 67005560
• 67005561
• 67005562
• 67003764
• 8208290
• W10613606VP

Compatibility & Fitment

This relay and capacitor kit is used across many brands manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation. Key compatible models include:

• Whirlpool & Kenmore: Fits hundreds of 106-prefix and 596-prefix models, as well as the Gold and Resource Saver series.
• KitchenAid: Compatible with many built-in and freestanding French door units (e.g., KFIS, KFCS, KBFS series).
• Maytag & Amana: Fits various MFD, MFF, and AFD series refrigerators produced after the Whirlpool integration.
• Jenn-Air & Estate: Direct fit for premium Jenn-Air models and value-tier Estate refrigerators utilizing the standard 3-pin compressor terminal.

When to Replace

• The "Click-Buzz-Click" Sound: The most common symptom; you hear a loud click from the back of the fridge followed by a 5-second hum (buzz), then another click as the overload trips.
• Refrigerator Not Cooling: The fans are running and the lights are on, but the compressor is cold and silent, resulting in warm temperatures in both compartments.
• Continuity Failure: Testing the relay with a multimeter across the main terminals shows "Open" (no beep), indicating the internal ceramic disk has shattered.
• Visible Capacitor Damage: The capacitor body appears bulged, leaking fluid, or shows burn marks at the terminal connections.
• Warm Fridge, Cold Freezer: In early stages of failure, the compressor may struggle to start intermittently, leading to inconsistent temperatures.

Installation Tips

• Safety First: CRITICAL: Unplug the refrigerator before touching the compressor area. Capacitors can hold a lethal electrical charge even when the power is off; discharge the capacitor by touching a screwdriver across its terminals before handling.
• Clean the Terminals: PRO TIP: Use a small piece of sandpaper or a wire brush to clean the three metal pins on the compressor before plugging in the new relay. Oxidation on these pins is a common cause of high resistance and premature relay failure.
• Orientation Matters: Most of these relays are designed to be installed with the "3-pin" side facing the compressor. Ensure the pins line up perfectly before pressing firmly; forcing the relay can bend the compressor terminals.
• Check the Compressor: Before installing, test the compressor pins for "shorts to ground." If the compressor winding is grounded, the new relay will blow instantly.
• The "Shake" Test: Gently shake your old relay. If it sounds like a box of broken glass (rattling), the internal ceramic PTC disc has failed, confirming the need for replacement.