Maytag Refrigerator Repair – Mt. Eaton, OH (MFX2570AEMO)

We got a call from Mt. Eaton about a Maytag refrigerator that wasn’t cooling the freezer or fridge. The customer could hear it running with a clicking sound and what sounded like a fan, but the compressor wasn’t kicking in.

The Problem

The customer reported their refrigerator was not cooling freezer or fridge. It was running and they could hear a clicking sound that sounded like a fan or something running but not the compressor.

Diagnosis

The clicking sound combined with no compressor operation pointed directly to a failed start relay. This component is responsible for giving the compressor the electrical boost it needs to start up. When it fails, you get that characteristic clicking as it tries repeatedly to start the compressor but can’t deliver the power needed.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: WPW10197428 — start relay
• Work performed: Replaced the start relay
• Result: Compressor started properly and refrigerator resumed normal cooling

Is It Worth Repairing?

For a Maytag refrigerator, a start relay replacement is absolutely worth it. These are reliable units built to last 15-20 years, and the start relay is an inexpensive wear component that fails occasionally. This repair should give you many more years of service.

Maintenance Tips for Maytag Refrigerators

• Keep the condenser coils clean — dirty coils make the compressor work harder and can stress the start relay
• Check door seals regularly to prevent the compressor from overworking due to warm air infiltration
• Don’t overload the freezer or block air vents, which can cause compressor cycling issues

Appliance Repair in Mt. Eaton, OH

Mt. Eaton is in Wayne County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Kidron, Apple Creek, and Dalton. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Wayne County and surrounding areas.