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ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
  • ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
  • ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
  • ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
  • ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
  • ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
  • ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
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ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057

SKU: ER61005518
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Repair Time5-10 Minutes
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ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit Compatible with Whirlpool Maytag Kenmore Refrigerator, Replaces 61005518 AP4009659 PS2004057 12002782 1194680 AH2004057 EA2004057
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This Part Fixes These Problems

Not Cooling

Compressor cannot start without a functional relay — fridge interior warms to room temperature

Clicking Every Few Minutes

Overload protector repeatedly trips as compressor fails to start

Compressor Will Not Run

Failed relay prevents compressor from receiving proper starting current

Repair Guides

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Product Description

Why Choose Our ER61005518 Refrigerator Compressor Start Relay and Overload Kit?

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Built to OEM SpecificationsRelay body dimensions, overload cup profile, and compressor pin layout all match the original 61005518 spec. Plugs directly onto the compressor start pins in the same orientation as the original — no wiring, no modification required.
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The Cheapest Fridge Repair That ExistsA dead start relay is the most common reason a fridge stops cooling. Before you call a tech or buy a new refrigerator, shake the old relay — if something rattles inside, the resistor has failed and this $15 kit fixes it completely. Catches 9 out of 10 non-cooling fridge calls.
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5-Minute Repair — LiterallyPull the fridge from the wall. Unplug it. Remove the lower rear access panel. Find the compressor dome. Pull the old relay off the pins. Plug the new one on. Done. This is the fastest appliance repair there is — faster than watching a diagnosis video.
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Factory Direct — No Middleman MarkupA $15 relay should not cost $40 at the appliance store. We ship direct from our facility with no distributor fees. Backed by a 1-year warranty because if a relay fails again within a year, the compressor itself needs looking at.
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Fits Whirlpool and Maytag Compact Refrigerators — 1-Year WarrantyFits Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, and Amana refrigerators using the Embraco-style compact compressor — ATB, CT, CTB, CTF, MTB, and PTB series. 1-year replacement warranty, 30-day returns.

💡 Pro Tip: Confirm the Relay Before You Order

Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:

⚠️ Refrigerator runs but does not cool — compressor never starts

⚠️ Clicking or clunking sound from the back every 2-5 minutes

⚠️ Compressor is warm to the touch but interior is room temperature

⚠️ Shake test: old relay rattles — broken resistor inside

Shake the old relay — rattling inside means the internal resistor has broken apart and the relay is dead. For extra confirmation: unplug the fridge, remove the relay, let the compressor cool 30 minutes, then plug back in without the relay. If the compressor starts momentarily on its own, the relay was the problem. If it still will not start, test the compressor windings.

📦 What's in the Box

✅ 1x Start Relay

✅ 1x Overload Protector

Questions & Answers

How do I confirm the relay is bad before buying this?
Answered by Support Team  ·  Jun 30, 2024
Two quick tests. Shake the old relay — rattling inside means the resistor has broken apart and the relay is dead. Or: unplug the fridge, remove the relay, let the compressor cool 30 minutes, plug back in without the relay. If the compressor starts momentarily on its own, the relay is the problem. If it still will not start, the compressor itself may be seized.
Is ER61005518 the same part as 61005518?
Answered by Support Team  ·  Sep 18, 2023
Yes. ER61005518 is the ERP brand aftermarket designation for the relay and overload kit that cross-references OEM part 61005518. The ER prefix identifies it as an ERP-sourced aftermarket replacement. Physical dimensions and pin layout match the original.
My fridge is clicking every 3 minutes but still makes some cold air — is this the relay?
Answered by Support Team  ·  Feb 22, 2025
Likely yes. When the relay is failing rather than fully dead, the compressor may start occasionally but trip the overload before completing a full cycle — giving you intermittent partial cooling with regular clicking. It will not get better on its own.
Does this kit include both the relay and the overload?
Answered by Support Team  ·  Jan 14, 2024
Yes — both the start relay and overload protector in one kit. On these Whirlpool and Maytag compact compressors both components are typically replaced together since removing one to test the other takes the same effort as replacing both.
Can a bad relay damage the compressor over time?
Answered by Support Team  ·  Nov 5, 2023
Yes. Each failed start attempt draws heavy current through the compressor windings. If the fridge has been clicking for weeks, test the compressor windings with a multimeter before assuming a new relay will fix everything. Caught within a few days, the compressor is almost certainly fine.

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