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Customer Questions and Answers for Fuse by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18070674
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10638608

This protective fuse safeguards the appliance's electrical circuit. When an overcurrent or short occurs, it opens the circuit to cut power and help prevent damage. Replacing a blown fuse can restore power once the underlying issue is corrected.

  • Opens the circuit when current exceeds its design limit or a short is detected
  • Helps protect control and other internal components from electrical damage
  • Typical symptoms of a failed fuse include no power, dead display/controls, won't start, or immediate power loss
  • An underlying electrical fault is likely present and should be diagnosed
What's included: 1 fuse Install notes:
  • Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance before servicing
  • Replace only with the exact type and rating specified for your model; never bypass or upsize a fuse
  • Inspect wiring and components for the root cause of the blown fuse before restoring power
  • If servicing a microwave, follow the service manual and discharge the high-voltage capacitor; consider service due to shock risk

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For Whirlpool Fuse (Part Number: OEM18070674)

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Dennis, There would not be a higher rated thermal fuse for this and if the thermal fuse is blowing then would likely be a heat issue where it is getting too hot.

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Hello Tony, The manufacturers' parts list shows you will need to order WP4451354 for the model provided. It is the only one we would recommend since it is the one recommended by the manufacturer for model RBD245PDQ12.

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Nick, Yes this is a thermal fuse but unfortunately we do not have the temperature rating on this fuse.

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Hello Frank, You should check the inline fuse WPW10638608 first since it provides power to the control but with the dimming display symptom, it sounds more like a problem with the control transformer WP9760587 or in the circuitry of the electronic control board WPW10438750.

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Hello George, A fuse is not a polorized component so it can be installed either way and the circuit will never know the difference.

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George, The ends are both female ends that accept a spade terminal. They appear to both be a 1/4" spade.

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