Manufacturer
Whirlpool Replacement Parts

Model Number
KBRS36FKW02

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Parts List

CategoryPart NumberDescriptionDemand
Valve, Float Assembly978030
Whirlpool Access Valve (3/4``)Y
WP2221296
Whirlpool Air Baffle AssemblyY
Damper2005429
Whirlpool Air Damper, Deli
Cover,Cap2256466
Whirlpool Back Panel
2215678
Whirlpool Baffle-air, Condenser
2005985
Whirlpool Baffle-center, Crisper Shelf
Basket2006244
Whirlpool Basket, Freezer Lower
Basket2005376
Whirlpool Basket, Upper
WP2321805
Whirlpool Bimetl-defY
Bracket, Flange, Blade2215503
Whirlpool Bracket
Bracket, Flange, Blade2207533
Whirlpool Bracket, Assembly Freezer Basket
Bracket, Flange, Blade2005796
Whirlpool Bracket, Center Support
Bracket, Flange, Blade1113206
Whirlpool Bracket, Drain Pan (Left)
Bracket, Flange, Blade1113207
Whirlpool Bracket, Drain Pan (Right)
Bracket, Flange, Blade2215641
Whirlpool Bracket, Fan Motor
Bracket, Flange, Blade2256328
Whirlpool Bracket, Inverter Box
Bracket, Flange, Blade2006617
Whirlpool Bracket, Support Door
Bracket, Flange, Blade2221097
Whirlpool Bracket, Switch
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel2207522
Whirlpool Bumber
Bush2207471
Whirlpool Bushing
BushWP2316859
Whirlpool BushingY
Bush2002903
Whirlpool Bushing
WP2165792K
Whirlpool Buttertray
100000
Whirlpool Cabinet (Not A Serviceable Part)
Cabinet2215936T
Whirlpool Cabinet Trim (Left Side) (Biscuit)
Cabinet2222553B
Whirlpool Cabinet Trim (Left Side) (Black)
Cabinet2222553X
Whirlpool Cabinet Trim (Left Side) (Etched Aluminum)
Cabinet2222553W
Whirlpool Cabinet Trim (Left Side) (White)
Cabinet2254724
Whirlpool Cabinet, Trim (Bottom)
Cabinet2215919T
Whirlpool Cabinet, Trim (Right Side) (Biscuit)
Cabinet2222552B
Whirlpool Cabinet, Trim (Right Side) (Black)
Cabinet2222552X
Whirlpool Cabinet, Trim (Right Side) (Etched Aluminum)
Trim2215919W
Whirlpool Cabinet, Trim (Right Side) (White)
Cabinet2003645
Whirlpool Cabinet, Trim Top
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2005783
Whirlpool Cam-door
1112849
Whirlpool Cap, Grommet
Cover,CapWP2186494W
Whirlpool Cap, Water Filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP2186494T
Whirlpool Cap, Water Filter ( Tempest Gray)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP2186494B
Whirlpool Cap, Water Filter (Black)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Socket4387478
Whirlpool Capacitor (Service)Y
2005794
Whirlpool Center Support, Left Half
2005795
Whirlpool Center Support, Right Half
Cover,Cap8201534
Whirlpool Channel, Wiring Freezer Light
ClampWP488366
Whirlpool Clamp
Clamp489348
Whirlpool Clamp
Clamp549193
Whirlpool Clamp, Cord
Clamp2207429
Whirlpool Clamp, Divider
Bracket, Flange, Blade2209090
Whirlpool Clamp, Filter Housing
Clamp2204510
Whirlpool Clamp, Heater (2)
ClampWP2004514
Whirlpool Clamp-tube
ClipWP628379
Whirlpool ClipY
Clip9791833
Whirlpool Clip
Clip653035
Whirlpool Clip, Cord Plug
ClipW10169509
Whirlpool Clip, Heat Exchanger
Clip2207578
Whirlpool Clip, Snap-in (2)
Clip2209204
Whirlpool Clip, Thermistor
Clip1115375
Whirlpool Clip, Wiring
Ice Maker, Ice Maker Assembly4317943
Whirlpool Complete Icemaker Assembly
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Compressor - Sealed SystemW10841139
Whirlpool CompressorY
Condensor2209062
Whirlpool Condenser
Connector2005165
Whirlpool Connector, Deli Pan
2254740
Whirlpool Control BoardY
BoardW10839424
Whirlpool Control Board
Knob, Dial, Button2005415
Whirlpool Control Knob, Deli
2302774
Whirlpool Control Panel
Cover,Cap2257538
Whirlpool Cover
Cover,Cap2169935
Whirlpool Cover
Cover,Cap2215531
Whirlpool Cover, Air Diffuser
Cover,Cap2215612
Whirlpool Cover, Air Duct
Cover,Cap2257351
Whirlpool Cover, Condenser
Cover,Cap2215833
Whirlpool Cover, Evaporator Assembly
Cover,Cap2209495
Whirlpool Cover, Fan
Cover,Cap2215610
Whirlpool Cover, Heat Exchanger
Cover,Cap2005782
Whirlpool Cover, Hinge
Cover,Cap2209133
Whirlpool Cover, Rear
Cover,Cap2215938
Whirlpool Cover, Switch
Cover,Cap1116793
Whirlpool Cover, Thermistor
Cover,Cap2204537
Whirlpool Cover, Tube Drain
Cover,Cap2209490
Whirlpool Cover, Unit
Cover,Cap2006340
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (Biscuit)
Cover,Cap2006330
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (Biscuit)
Cover,Cap2006341
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (Black)
Cover,Cap2006331
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (Black)
Cover,Cap2006337
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (Etched Aluminum)
Cover,Cap2006327
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (Etched Aluminum)
Cover,Cap2006338
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (White)
Cover,Cap2006328
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Handle (White)
Cover,Cap2006335
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (Biscuit)
Cover,Cap2006325
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (Biscuit)
Cover,Cap2006336
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (Black)
Cover,Cap2006326
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (Black)
Cover,Cap2006332
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (Etched Aluminum)
Cover,Cap2006322
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (Etched Aluminum)
Cover,Cap2006333
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (White)
Cover,Cap2006323
Whirlpool Cover-trim, Side (White)
Crisper2005157
Whirlpool Cripser Pan
CupWP628356
Whirlpool Cup-water FillY
WP2158826
Whirlpool Dampener
2215648
Whirlpool Damper, Heater
Crisper2222741
Whirlpool Deli Pan
DiffuserW10683544
Whirlpool Diffuser
2215827
Whirlpool Diffuser Cap, Left Side
2005931
Whirlpool Diffuser Cap, Right Side
2204525
Whirlpool Divider, Basket
Door,Remote Control DoorL2259186
Whirlpool Door Assembly Ss
Door,Remote Control DoorL2188599
Whirlpool Door Assembly Ss
Bin2006154
Whirlpool Door Shelf, Gallon
Door,Remote Control Door2006283
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (Biscuit)
Door,Remote Control Door2006281
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (Biscuit)
Door,Remote Control Door2006284
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (Black)
Door,Remote Control Door2006282
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (Black)
Door,Remote Control Door2005177
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (Etched Aluminum)
Door,Remote Control Door2006278
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (Etched Aluminum)
Door,Remote Control Door2005390
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (White)
Door,Remote Control Door2006279
Whirlpool Door Trim, Bottom (White)
Door,Remote Control Door2006274
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (Biscuit)
Door,Remote Control Door2006303
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (Biscuit)
Door,Remote Control Door2006275
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (Black)
Door,Remote Control Door2006304
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (Black)
Door,Remote Control Door2005176
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (Etched Aluminum)
Door,Remote Control Door2005868
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (Etched Aluminum)
Door,Remote Control Door2005389
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (White)
Door,Remote Control Door2005869
Whirlpool Door Trim, Side (White)
Door,Remote Control Door2006287
Whirlpool Door Trim, Top (Biscuit)
Door,Remote Control Door2006288
Whirlpool Door Trim, Top (Black)
Door,Remote Control Door2005175
Whirlpool Door Trim, Top (Etched Aluminum)
Door,Remote Control Door2005388
Whirlpool Door Trim, Top (White)
Door,Remote Control Door2005983
Whirlpool Door, Utility Bin (2) (Includes Item 12)
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW10843121
Whirlpool Drier-tube
Skill level: - Hard fix - you can do It
Y
ContainerWP2221071A
Whirlpool Egg-contnr
WP627843
Whirlpool EjectorY
Trim2005542
Whirlpool End Cap, Left
Trim2005541
Whirlpool End Cap, Right
Evaporator2209465
Whirlpool Evaporator
Motor,Ice Maker Motor8201589
Whirlpool Evaporator MotorY
ExtensionWP2307857
Whirlpool ExtensionY
WP2174478
Whirlpool Eyelet, Roller
BladeWP2169142
Whirlpool Fan Blade
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Fan BladeWP2190685
Whirlpool Fan, BladeY
FilterEDR5RXD1
Whirlpool Filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Foam2215844
Whirlpool Foam, Fan Shroud
Panel2220954
Whirlpool Front Panel Kit (Biscuit)
Panel2220953
Whirlpool Front Panel Kit (Black)
Panel2220952
Whirlpool Front Panel Kit (White)
Panel2220955
Whirlpool Front Panel Kit Black Acrylic Static Cleaner Part No. 978849
HingeW10188434
Whirlpool Gap, Cover (Bottom)
Gasket , Seal2005982
Whirlpool Gasket (2)
Gasket , Seal2221122
Whirlpool Gasket Assembly
Gasket , Seal2221123
Whirlpool Gasket Assembly
Shelf Support Components2005152
Whirlpool Glass Shelf, Deli
Shelf Support Components2005477
Whirlpool Glass, Crisper Shelf
2215889T
Whirlpool Grille Base, Front (Biscuit)
2215889B
Whirlpool Grille Base, Front (Black)
2215889W
Whirlpool Grille Base, Front (White)
548737
Whirlpool Grommet (4)
876811
Whirlpool Grommet (4) ((Production))
2005007
Whirlpool Grommet, Flexible
1113122
Whirlpool Grommet, Wiring
2005006
Whirlpool Grommet, Wiring
2215910
Whirlpool Grommet-flexible
Guard2209492
Whirlpool Guard, Wiring
Handle2005480
Whirlpool Handle, Crisper Pan
Handle2006295
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Biscuit)
Handle2006291
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Biscuit)
Handle2006296
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Black)
Handle2006292
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Black)
Handle2005178
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Etched Aluminum)
Handle2005188
Whirlpool Handle, Door (Etched Aluminum)
Handle2005391
Whirlpool Handle, Door (White)
Handle2005392
Whirlpool Handle, Door (White)
Hanger2209450
Whirlpool Hanger, Heater
Wire2187424
Whirlpool Harness, Control Box
WP2221240
Whirlpool Heater
WP2207486
Whirlpool HeaterY
2207485
Whirlpool Heater, Defrost (Front)
WP2209451
Whirlpool Heater, Drain Pan
Hinge2302927
Whirlpool Hinge Assembly, Bottom
Hinge2266912
Whirlpool Hinge Assembly, Top
Hinge2005923
Whirlpool Hinge Rod, Deli Pan
Hinge2005101
Whirlpool Hinge, Bottom Refrigerator
Hinge2257644
Whirlpool Hinge, Door Refrigerator TopY
HousingWP2209022
Whirlpool HousingY
Housing2257354
Whirlpool Housing, Control Board
Housing2215835
Whirlpool Housing, Switch
Ice Maker, Ice Maker AssemblyWP2182124
Whirlpool Ice Striper
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Valve, Float AssemblyWP2313917
Whirlpool Inlet ValveY
InsertWP2303938
Whirlpool Insert, Control Box
Insulation2215530
Whirlpool Insulation, BaffleY
Insulation2005984
Whirlpool Insulation, Crisper Rail
Insulation2204538
Whirlpool Insulation, Tube Drain
InverterW10629033
Whirlpool Invrtr-box
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
2005797
Whirlpool Ladder, Crisper Support
2005410
Whirlpool Ladder, Shelf (4)
Cover,Cap2222655
Whirlpool Lid, Deli Pan
LightW10887190
Whirlpool Light BulbY
LIT2259219
Whirlpool Literature Parts (Energy Label)
LIT2266877
Whirlpool Literature Parts (Installation Instructions)
LIT2254723
Whirlpool Literature Parts (Service & Wiring Sheet)
LIT2257388
Whirlpool Literature Parts (Use & Care Guide)
Motor,Ice Maker Motor8201515
Whirlpool Module Assembly (Includes Items 21 & 22)Y
Ice Maker, Ice Maker AssemblyWPW10190929
Whirlpool Mold & Heater Assembly (Also Order) 542638 Silicone Grease
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Motor,Ice Maker MotorW10181323
Whirlpool Motor, FanY
Motor,Ice Maker MotorW10190935
Whirlpool Motor-modlY
Bracket, Flange, Blade2006442
Whirlpool Mounting Bracket, Grill
Screw303776
Whirlpool No Description AvaliableY
NutWP2207454
Whirlpool NutY
Nut2207415
Whirlpool Nut
2003169
Whirlpool Orifice, Fan
2221064
Whirlpool Overlay, Control Panel
2005986
Whirlpool Overlay, Crisper Pan
Pan2174124
Whirlpool Pan, Ice Cube
Panel2215665
Whirlpool Panel, Condenser Front
Power Cord647512
Whirlpool Power Cord
RackW10777924
Whirlpool Rack-wineY
Rail2006454
Whirlpool Rail, Deli Center
Rail2220885
Whirlpool Rail-front, Crisper Shelf
Rail2220883
Whirlpool Rail-front, Deli
Rail2005478
Whirlpool Rail-rear, Crisper Shelf
Rail2005151
Whirlpool Rail-rear, Deli
2171846
Whirlpool Release Valve
ClipWP2315522
Whirlpool Retainer ThermostatY
WP2155590
Whirlpool Retainer, Fan MotorY
WP489115
Whirlpool Rivet
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel2207550
Whirlpool Roller
Axle, Roller, Shaft WheelW11214482
Whirlpool RollerY
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel2221260
Whirlpool Roller
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel2257609
Whirlpool Roller
1113169
Whirlpool Roller Stop
Axle, Roller, Shaft WheelWPW10138054
Whirlpool Roller, Front & Rear (4)Y
Screw8533917
Whirlpool Screw
Screw8281160
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP488163
Whirlpool ScrewY
Screw3400507
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewW10825422
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewW10851443
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP8281250
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWPW10141625
Whirlpool Screw
Screw2006475
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP3400065
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP488920
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP488729
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ScrewWP681414
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP965173
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewW11189635
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP1163283
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewW11624204
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489069
Whirlpool ScrewY
FastenerWP2005921
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
ScrewW11474472
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP681249
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP3400806
Whirlpool Screw (If Applicable)Y
ScrewWP489261
Whirlpool Screw (Repair)
Screw8281253
Whirlpool Screw 8-15 X 1/2 (Biscuit)
Screw489136
Whirlpool Screw, (2)
ScrewWP489464
Whirlpool Screw, 1/4-28 X 1Y
ScrewWPW10272364
Whirlpool Screw, 10-16 X 5/8Y
Screw2006254
Whirlpool Screw, 6-19 X .250
Screw9751808
Whirlpool Screw, 8-15 X 1.00
Screw2006253
Whirlpool Screw, 8-32 X .340Y
ScrewWP489399
Whirlpool Screw, 8-32 X 5/16Y
Screw2001295
Whirlpool Screw, Door Stop
Screw487010
Whirlpool Screw, No.6x18x1/4 (3)
Gasket , SealWP1106508
Whirlpool Seal GasketY
2005925
Whirlpool Seal, Side Trim
Gasket , Seal2005479
Whirlpool Seal-front, Crisper Shelf
Shelf Support Components2005571
Whirlpool Shelf (4)
Bin2005417
Whirlpool Shelf, Door (2)
ShieldWP2221231
Whirlpool ShieldY
Shield2005908
Whirlpool Shield, Drain Pan
Slide2207569
Whirlpool Shim
Hinge2207470
Whirlpool Shim-hinge, Door
2259369
Whirlpool Shroud, Condenser (Left)
2257350
Whirlpool Shroud, Condenser (Right)
2215606
Whirlpool Shroud, Evaporator Fan
2314015
Whirlpool Shut Off Arm
2209024T
Whirlpool Skirt, Grille- Bottom (Biscuit)
WP2209024B
Whirlpool Skirt, Grille- Bottom (Black)Y
2209024W
Whirlpool Skirt-grille, Bottom (White)
Sleeve2000645
Whirlpool Sleeve, Condenser
Slide2221279
Whirlpool Slide, Freezer Basket (Left Side)
Slide2221278
Whirlpool Slide, Freezer Basket (Right Side)
Slide2005413
Whirlpool Slide-humidity, Crisper Shelf
SpacerWP2203075
Whirlpool Spacer
Spacer2207576
Whirlpool Spacer
Bracket, Flange, Blade2221281
Whirlpool Spacer, Bracket (Left Side)
Bracket, Flange, Blade2221280
Whirlpool Spacer, Bracket (Right Side)
2005139
Whirlpool Spacer, Crisper (Left Side)
2005138
Whirlpool Spacer, Crisper (Right Side)
Spacer2257647
Whirlpool Spacer, Hinge (Bottom)
Spacer2256381
Whirlpool Spacer-hinge, Top
NutWP486692
Whirlpool Speed Nut (1/4-20)Y
SpringWP2004517
Whirlpool SpringY
Glass ShelfWP2196483
Whirlpool Study Assembly
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2209035
Whirlpool Suction Tube
W10860448
Whirlpool Support
W10860229
Whirlpool Support
HousingWP2195914
Whirlpool SupportY
Bracket, Flange, Blade8201545
Whirlpool Support Assembly Crisper Pan Center
2221121
Whirlpool Support, Control Box
2005987
Whirlpool Support, Crisper Shelf (2)
2204543
Whirlpool Support, Heater
PanWP2001264
Whirlpool Support, HeaterY
SwitchWP2266802
Whirlpool SwitchY
SwitchW11457217
Whirlpool SwitchY
SwitchW11384469
Whirlpool Switch, Rocker Arm (Refrigerator Door Side)
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
LIT628370
Whirlpool Tech Sheet
Cover,Cap2215676
Whirlpool Terminal CoverY
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWP2188820
Whirlpool Thermistor
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
WireWPW10339879
Whirlpool Tie-wireY
2215974T
Whirlpool Top Grille Assembly (Biscuit)
2215974B
Whirlpool Top Grille Assembly (Black)
8201578
Whirlpool Top Grille Assembly (Etched Aluminum)
2215974W
Whirlpool Top Grille Assembly (White)
Valve, Float Assembly978026
Whirlpool Top Parts Not Illustrated And Optional Parts (Not Included) (Valve, Access (5/16``))Y
Door,Remote Control Door2006272
Whirlpool Trim, Corner (Biscuit)
Door,Remote Control Door2006273
Whirlpool Trim, Corner (Black)
Trim2207457
Whirlpool Trim, Corner (Chrome)
Door,Remote Control Door2006270
Whirlpool Trim, Corner (White)
Clamp488946
Whirlpool Tube, Clamp
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP2209454
Whirlpool Tube, Connect (Drier)
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2209036
Whirlpool Tube, Discharge
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2005482
Whirlpool Tube, Door Shelf
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2006152
Whirlpool Tube, Door Shelf (Gallon)
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2204516
Whirlpool Tube, Drain Condensate
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2209430
Whirlpool Tube, Filter Outlet
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW10528578
Whirlpool Tube, Process
2256476
Whirlpool Tube, Transition
2204597
Whirlpool Tube, Valve
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting4388645
Whirlpool Tube-drain
Valve, Float Assembly978027
Whirlpool Valve, Access ((3/8``) Tube)Y
Valve, Float Assembly978028
Whirlpool Valve, Access (1/2``)
Valve, Float AssemblyWP978025
Whirlpool Valve, Access (1/4``)Y
Valve, Float Assembly978029
Whirlpool Valve, Access (5/8)Y
Valve, Float Assembly876764
Whirlpool Valve,access (3/16)Y
Vent2005425
Whirlpool Vent, Crisper Shelf
Washer2006252
Whirlpool Washer
WasherWP489235
Whirlpool WasherY
WasherWP2006346
Whirlpool WasherY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP2314048
Whirlpool Water Inlet Tube Assembly
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP2320524
Whirlpool Water TubeY
Bracket, Flange, Blade2221282
Whirlpool Water Valve Mounting Bracket
2187423
Whirlpool Wire Assembly
WireWP2254792
Whirlpool Wire Harness
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Wire2187422
Whirlpool Wire, Jumper
Wire2187377
Whirlpool Wire, Jumper
Cover,Cap8201595
Whirlpool Wiring Channel
Cover,Cap2006148
Whirlpool Wiring Channel, Freezer Rear
Cover,Cap2005792
Whirlpool Wiring Cover, Icemaker
WireWP2221261
Whirlpool Wiring Harness, Freezer
Wire2187663
Whirlpool Wiring Harness, Unit Compartment

About Whirlpool

Whirlpool Corporation is the number one major appliance manufacturer in the world, and includes brands such as Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit, among others. The Whirlpool Corporation is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of home appliances, headquartered in Benton Charter Township, Michigan, United States, near Benton Harbor, Michigan. In many Whirlpool appliances, remarkable sense and adapt technology responds to the needs of your clothes, your meals and your foods. By adapting to each situation, intuitive sensors make key refinementsprecisely adjusting water levels for the best clean possible or measuring moisture content for better baking. So your fabrics look newer longer, meals cook more evenly, and foods stay cool and flavorful.