Whirlpool fridge freezer keeps tripping our overload. Sometimes stays on for hours, sometimes minutes. Any ideas?

Replace the breaker. It may be out of tolerance.

You need to check the overload relay on the compressor and make sure that the coils near the compressor are clean of debris and duct.

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There could be a number of reasons this is happening. The unit could be on the same circuit with something else overloading the circuit. There could be a problem with the compressor that is overloading the circuit when the compressor licks on.

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Is your circulating fan working?
Sometimes they stick and need a shot of WD 40 and then work
it back and forth a little until it wants to take off again.
Also check to see if anything is blocking any airflow at the vents.
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Normally if the fridge is tripping the circuit breaker, it is due to a short caused by the defrost element.

However, the second problem could be caused by a faulty timer.

Ash

Just had the same problem on my Freezerator, the compressor would cycle on for a few seconds and then off for about 5-10 minutes. No cooling. Replaced the overload sw and the start capacitor and system running cold and tru. Beer cold again, 0deg in freezer. Parts are available on the web, P/n 2169373 for the capacitor and 213615000 for the switch and housing...may be different # for the sw....PTM

The evaporator fan, inside the freezer will sometimes come in contact with ice and make this noise.
If the overload on the compressor is tripping it will make a clicking sound.

You need a new thermostat if it cycles off and not back on and as soon as you touch it - it comes on. Pretty common. Please rate my help as solved if i answered your question accurately.. Thanx!

Kevin, I'm going to give you a few scenerios to check out. The evaporator fan, inside the freezer will sometimes come in contact with ice and make this noise. Check your condensor fan, in back and make sure that is not hitting the shroud. If the overload on the compressor is tripping it will make a clicking sound, but it would be about every 4 to 5 minutes. If the unit goes into defrost, the evaportor coils tend to make a clicking sound. If you can be more specific as to where the noise is coming from, we might be able to help you better...Catriver...post back.