Model number mfd256hew maytag refrigerator not cooling but lights on

Sounds like the door switch is bad, so the machine "thinks" the door is open... Help Me Find My Model Number

check the refrigerator temperature controller and set it to the highest number. If it still does not solve your problem then In my opinion too much ice has formed in freezer block and is blocking the way of cool air from freezer compartment to refrigerator compartment. Just shut off the whole refrigerator for one day and leave the door open to melt the ice and then put it on next day to see whether it can solve your problem.

What is the correct model number? Can you use my assistance to open up the rear cover and have a look at the compressor start components? Unplug power before doing any work. Let me know....Sea Breeze

Must be on a shunt circuit. The light controls how much amperage the thermostat gets

What is the complete model number of the unit?

What is the model number and is the compressor kicking on?

Hello, Thank You for using FixYa. I will be helping you today.You need a new control its on back of the fridge its part number 1206507 you can order it here.. this is the part for the model number you gave if there are two more numbers after the model number the part will be diffrent
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If the number is similar we will have to go with possibilities. Sound like the auto damper has frozen itself shut between the fresh food and freezer compartments. Some are controlled electrically some manually and others are controlled with a thermostat probe. Your thermostat for one side could be defective and not allowing the damper to open. Your refrigerator must have the correct model number to proceed. What I need you to do is look for the vent through the rear of the refrigerator compartment and sometimes leads directly from the same wall as freezer. Many Maytag brands fall under same series and model similarities. The serial number is not as important to the service Tech as the model number. Look around the door frame near floor and kick plate.I can help but I will need the correct model number, Thanks, Sea Breeze

Try this open the freezer door and flick the light switch 6 times, like flick, ----- flick,----- flick. If 6 does not work try 8, cant remember.

Make sure your upper fan is working ,its located inside the freezers back wall. If it is running the vent from the freezer over to the refrigerator may be blocked.With out a fan you have no circulation but your freezer may look likes its working,Also if you can pull everything out unplug it turn it down defrost w/ doors open 12 to 24 hrs this will free up any clogged tubes.Turn up to 4 and let it adjust Good luck.
Len West