Defrost Heater Assembly 978495

Brand: Whirlpool · Appliance: Freezer · Fits: 172 models · Reference price: $40.35

978495 is a Whirlpool replacement part (defrost heater assembly) for freezers. Our fitment data lists 172 models that use it.

When to replace this part

General hardware and mounting parts

Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.

Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.

Models that use this part

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If you are repairing that appliance, these are the most model-specific parts on file for the same model.

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• Start Relay 989509
• Tape 991259
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Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $40.35. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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Before you order

• Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
• Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
• If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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