Whirlpool Dryer; Refrigerator Repair – Atwater, OH (DUET STEAM, LGHN2844MF4)

A customer in Atwater, OH called about two appliances having issues — a Whirlpool dryer making a sound and not drying as well, plus a Frigidaire Gallery refrigerator that stopped working and wasn’t getting cold. Our diagnosis revealed multiple worn components in the dryer and a failed control board in the refrigerator.

The Problem

The Whirlpool dryer was making a sound and not drying as well as it should. The Frigidaire Gallery refrigerator had stopped working entirely and wasn’t getting cold.

Diagnosis

On the dryer, we found multiple components had worn out and needed replacement. For the refrigerator, the fan wasn’t kicking on, pointing to a failed control board that needed to be installed.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: WP8544771 heat element, belt, support rollers, idler pulley (dryer); 5303918506 control board (refrigerator)
• Work performed: Replaced the heat element, belt, support rollers and idler pulley on the dryer; installed a new control board on the refrigerator
• Result: Both appliances tested good and returned to normal operation

Is It Worth Repairing?

Whirlpool dryers are generally reliable machines, and replacing worn drum components like rollers and belts is standard maintenance that extends the appliance’s life significantly. Frigidaire refrigerators benefit from control board replacement when the original fails, as these boards control critical cooling functions.

Maintenance Tips for Whirlpool Dryers and Frigidaire Refrigerators

• Clean the lint filter after every dryer load and check the exhaust vent annually to prevent overheating that damages heating elements
• Replace refrigerator water filters every 6 months to prevent strain on the control systems
• Keep refrigerator coils clean and ensure proper airflow around the unit to prevent control board overheating

Appliance Repair in Atwater, OH

Atwater is in Portage County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Ravenna, Rootstown, and other nearby communities. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your dryer or refrigerator needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Portage County and surrounding areas.