This is a genuine OEM part. The GE refrigerator light switch is constructed of metal, wiring encased in plastic. When the door is opened, this item lights the interior of the refrigerator. The spring loaded switch is generally secured at the base of the refrigerator. A screwdriver and needle nose pliers are helpful for the installation. The refrigerator light switch is sold individually.
Switch Light WR23X10725
OEM part for: Whirlpool, GE
Part Number: WR23X10725
Compatibility
This Switch Light will fit the following 21580 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
This item works with the following types of products:
- Refrigerator Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: WR23X10143
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Light switch didn’t work
Tool Type
Refrigerator
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Door switch failed
Tool Type
Refrigerator
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Utility Knife
Parts Used
2. Connected wiring to new switch.
3. Mounted new switch in freezer base plate.
Light would not come on when door was opened
Tool Type
Refrigerator
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, Putty knife and hammer
Parts Used
2. Popped out old switch by wedging putty knife under old one (a few light taps with the hammer helped)
3. Unplugged old switch and plugged in new one.
4. Pressed back into place
5. Plugged in fridge and pushed it back into place
Fridge light didn’t work
Tool Type
Refrigerator
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Nutdriver
Parts Used
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