Manufacturer
Whirlpool Replacement Parts

Model Number
KSRP25FSMS00

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Parts List

CategoryPart NumberDescriptionDemand
Duct, Vent2198580
Whirlpool Air Duct FreezerY
Duct, Vent2313359
Whirlpool Air Duct, Upper
WPW10152859
Whirlpool Arm-dispsrY
WPW10152858
Whirlpool Arm-dispsrY
WP2180259
Whirlpool Arm-dispsrY
WP627843
Whirlpool Arm-ejectrY
Ice Maker, Ice Maker AssemblyW10297244
Whirlpool Arm-stripr
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
W10852517
Whirlpool AugerY
W10896764
Whirlpool Baffle, AirY
Bag606755
Whirlpool Bag, Insulation (36-5/8`` X 46``)
Trim2305580K
Whirlpool Basket, Front
Basket2301191
Whirlpool Basket, Sloped
BasketWP2301190
Whirlpool Basket, Tall
Holder2193409
Whirlpool Beverage HolderY
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWP627985
Whirlpool Bimetl-def
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWPW10225581
Whirlpool Bimetl-def
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
BinWPW10169669
Whirlpool Bin Control LeverY
BinWP2198573
Whirlpool Bin-iceY
Blade2257020
Whirlpool Blade, FixedY
BladeW10278731
Whirlpool Blade, Rotary A
BladeW10278732
Whirlpool Blade, Rotary B
BladeW10278733
Whirlpool Blade, Rotary C
BladeW11458267
Whirlpool Blade-fanY
BladeWP2169142
Whirlpool Blade-fan
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
2198602
Whirlpool Block, Blade
Insulation2260519
Whirlpool Block, Housing Support
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2212322
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2181929
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2304673
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2206629B
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2256154
Whirlpool BracketY
Bracket, Flange, BladeWP2198641
Whirlpool Bracket
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
BoardWPW10184871
Whirlpool Bracket, Control
Bracket, Flange, Blade2256035
Whirlpool Bracket, Dual Crisper Lights
4392899
Whirlpool Brush Touch-up Kit (Biscuit
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
WP2165792K
Whirlpool Buttertray
Knob, Dial, ButtonWP2260503B
Whirlpool ButtonY
Knob, Dial, Button2174253
Whirlpool Button, Humidity
Knob, Dial, Button2260503AP
Whirlpool Button, Water Filter (Apollo Gray)
Knob, Dial, Button2260503W
Whirlpool Button, Water Filter (White)Y
BinWP2315403
Whirlpool Button-bin
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Knob, Dial, ButtonWP941839
Whirlpool Button-plgY
100000
Whirlpool Cabinet (Not A Serviceable Part)
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2182179
Whirlpool Cam-door
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Door,Remote Control DoorWPW10329686
Whirlpool Cam-door
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
LensWP2198643
Whirlpool Camera Lens
LensW11298978
Whirlpool Camera Lens-lightY
LensWP2317782
Whirlpool Camera Lens-lightY
Cover,Cap2223285
Whirlpool Cap, Crisper Pan (Left Side)Y
2223286
Whirlpool Cap, Crisper Pan (Right Side)
2301017
Whirlpool Cap, Snack Pan (Left Side)
2301016
Whirlpool Cap, Snack Pan (Right Side)
Filter2260502T
Whirlpool Cap, Water Filter (Biscuit)
Cover,CapWP2260518B
Whirlpool Cap-filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP2260518AP
Whirlpool Cap-filterY
Cover,CapWP2260518W
Whirlpool Cap-filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
AdhesiveWP4317852
Whirlpool Cement, Alumilastic (1 1/4 Oz.)Y
ClampWP488366
Whirlpool Clamp
Clamp549193
Whirlpool Clamp, Service Cord
ClipWP2315522
Whirlpool ClipY
ClipWP628379
Whirlpool ClipY
Clip489396
Whirlpool Clip
ClipW11623163
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP2161324
Whirlpool ClipY
ClipW10683556
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP1115374
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP2195051
Whirlpool ClipY
ClipWP2194719
Whirlpool Clip
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ClipWP1108439
Whirlpool Clip
ClipWP2155013
Whirlpool ClipY
Clip2155547
Whirlpool Clip, Heat Shield
Clip2255199
Whirlpool Clip, Retaining
Clip2208280
Whirlpool Clip, Wire & Tube
Clip2215823
Whirlpool Clip-air, DuctY
Ice Maker, Ice Maker Assembly2198597
Whirlpool Complete Icemaker Assembly
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Compressor - Sealed SystemW10309994
Whirlpool CompressorY
Condensor2324712
Whirlpool Condenser Assembly
ConnectorWP2154473
Whirlpool ConnectorY
Board8201673
Whirlpool Control Board
W11629974
Whirlpool Control BoardY
W10134300
Whirlpool Control BoxY
Wire2216115
Whirlpool Control Box HarnessY
CouplingWP2220458
Whirlpool Coupling
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
CouplingWP2220457
Whirlpool Coupling
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapW10683555
Whirlpool Cover
Cover,Cap2222862
Whirlpool Cover
Cover,CapWP2198587
Whirlpool Cover
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP2174362
Whirlpool CoverY
Cover,CapWP2174076
Whirlpool CoverY
Cover,CapWP2223357
Whirlpool CoverY
Cover,CapWP2212240
Whirlpool CoverY
Cover,CapWP2203408W
Whirlpool CoverY
Cover,CapWP2203408B
Whirlpool CoverY
Cover,CapWP2203407B
Whirlpool Cover
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Cover,CapWP2203407W
Whirlpool CoverY
Cover,Cap2150331
Whirlpool Cover, Conduit
Cover,CapWPW10160318
Whirlpool Cover, Crisper (Includes 2, 3, 4, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 19)
Cover,Cap2255460
Whirlpool Cover, Crusher
Cover,Cap2206314
Whirlpool Cover, EvaporatorY
Cover,Cap2255561
Whirlpool Cover, Receiver
Cover,CapWP2162358
Whirlpool Cover-termY
Cover,CapWP2188755
Whirlpool Cover-unitY
CrisperWP2301481
Whirlpool Crisper PanY
WP2212367
Whirlpool Crusher BinY
CupWP628356
Whirlpool Cup-fillY
Deflector & Chute2176095
Whirlpool DeflectorY
DiffuserWP2216112
Whirlpool DiffuserY
Pump, MotorWP2188860
Whirlpool Dispenser, Motor
Door,Remote Control DoorL2315258B
Whirlpool Door Assembly Bl
Door,Remote Control DoorL2313299B
Whirlpool Door Assembly Bl
Door,Remote Control DoorL2315258T
Whirlpool Door Assembly Bt
Door,Remote Control DoorL2313299T
Whirlpool Door Assembly Bt
Door,Remote Control DoorL2301184SZ
Whirlpool Door Assembly Ms
Door,Remote Control DoorL2301197SSA
Whirlpool Door Assembly Sa
Door,Remote Control DoorL2301197SS
Whirlpool Door Assembly Ss
Door,Remote Control DoorL2301184S
Whirlpool Door Assembly Ss
Door,Remote Control DoorL2315258W
Whirlpool Door Assembly Wh
Door,Remote Control DoorL2313299W
Whirlpool Door Assembly Wh
Gasket , Seal2159082
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Black)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Gasket , Seal2159083
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Black)Y
Gasket , Seal2159074
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Mist Beige)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Gasket , Seal2159075
Whirlpool Door Gasket, Magnetic (Service) (Mist Beige)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
HingeWP2203770
Whirlpool Door HingeY
Hinge8201707
Whirlpool Door HingeY
HingeWP2203771
Whirlpool Door HingeY
Latch2256015
Whirlpool Door Latch, Bin
TrimWPW10307490
Whirlpool Door Trim
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2180353
Whirlpool Door-chute
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2218119K
Whirlpool Door-comp
Door,Remote Control DoorWP2255720
Whirlpool Door-iceY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW10843121
Whirlpool Drier-tube
Skill level: - Hard fix - you can do It
Y
2315195
Whirlpool Energy Label
Escutcheon2255612
Whirlpool Escutcheon, Meat Pan Control
EvaporatorWP2188823
Whirlpool EvaporatorY
Motor,Ice Maker MotorWP2315549
Whirlpool Evaporator Motor
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
ExtensionWP1108438
Whirlpool ExtensionY
2301153
Whirlpool Eyelet, Roller
WP2174478
Whirlpool Eyelet, Roller
WP2182120
Whirlpool Fan-scrollY
2315169
Whirlpool Filler, Wrapper (Apollo Gray)
2196150
Whirlpool Filler, Wrapper (Biscuit)
2196097
Whirlpool Filler, Wrapper (Black)
2196094
Whirlpool Filler, Wrapper (White)
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP2256096
Whirlpool FittingY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP4373559
Whirlpool Fitting
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting8201537
Whirlpool FittingY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingW11566763
Whirlpool FittingY
Cover,CapWP2198633
Whirlpool Flipper
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
FrameWP2195975
Whirlpool Frame-shlf
Cover,CapWPW10289690
Whirlpool Front CoverY
Cover,Cap2252082T
Whirlpool Front Cover Assembly (Includes Items 19, 20, 21 & 24) (Biscuit)
Cover,Cap2318947B
Whirlpool Front Cover Assembly (Includes Items 19, 20, 21 & 24) (Black)
Cover,CapWP2252082US
Whirlpool Front Cover Assembly (Includes Items 19, 20, 21 & 24) (Universal Silver)
Cover,Cap2252082W
Whirlpool Front Cover Assembly (Includes Items 19, 20, 21 & 24) (White)
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel4386774
Whirlpool Front Roller (2)Y
Gasket , Seal4388500
Whirlpool GasketY
Gasket , SealWP2155789
Whirlpool GasketY
Gasket , Seal2305571
Whirlpool Gasket
Gasket , SealWP2183037
Whirlpool Gasket
Gasket , Seal2198697
Whirlpool Gasket
Gasket , SealWP1125528
Whirlpool Gasket
Gasket , SealWP2174274
Whirlpool Gasket (Rear)
Gasket , SealWP2174273
Whirlpool Gasket, Side (2)
Glass ShelfWP2319721
Whirlpool Glass ShelfY
Shelf Support ComponentsWPW10160481
Whirlpool Glass Shelf
GreaseWP542638
Whirlpool GreaseY
WP2206670T
Whirlpool GrilleY
DispenserWP2206670B
Whirlpool GrilleY
W11106297
Whirlpool Grille
DispenserWP2206670W
Whirlpool GrilleY
WPW10311033
Whirlpool GrilleY
WPW10283950
Whirlpool GrilleY
WPW10311032
Whirlpool GrilleY
2303292AP
Whirlpool Grille (Apollo Gray)
WP4387558
Whirlpool GrommetY
WP2176759
Whirlpool GrommetY
876811
Whirlpool Grommet (4) ((Production))
Guard2260517
Whirlpool Guard, Fan
GuideWP2180224
Whirlpool Guide-ice
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Handle2255516T
Whirlpool Handle (Biscuit)
Handle2304832B
Whirlpool Handle (Black)
2255516SK
Whirlpool Handle (Stainless Steel)
2255516W
Whirlpool Handle (White)
Wire2310238
Whirlpool Harness, Fan Evaporator (Includes 6)
W10683539
Whirlpool Harns-dispY
2304289
Whirlpool Heat Shield
WP2323198
Whirlpool HeaterY
Cover,Cap2203407AP
Whirlpool Hinge Cover (Fc) (Apollo Gray)
Cover,Cap2203407T
Whirlpool Hinge Cover (Fc) (Biscuit)
Cover,Cap2203408AP
Whirlpool Hinge Cover (Rc) (Apollo Gray)
Cover,Cap2203408T
Whirlpool Hinge Cover (Rc) (Biscuit)
HolderWP2212369
Whirlpool HolderY
Knob, Dial, Button940014
Whirlpool Hole Plug
HousingWPW10121138
Whirlpool Housing
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Control2301234
Whirlpool Housing, Door Control
HousingWP2195914
Whirlpool Housing-imY
Container2258252
Whirlpool Ice Container (Complete)
FilterW10823377
Whirlpool Ice Dor Kt
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
InletW10408179
Whirlpool Inlet Valve
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
799833
Whirlpool Kit, Evaporator Repair (Aluminum Epoxy)
Insulation876029
Whirlpool Kit, Foam Slab (30`` X 32 1/2`` X 1 1/2``)
Insulation876370
Whirlpool Kit, Insulation (2 Pcs. X 3`` X 24`` X 48``)Y
Terminal833938
Whirlpool Kit, Terminal ConnectorY
WP2319866
Whirlpool Ladder
2198609
Whirlpool Ladder (Left Side)
2198610
Whirlpool Ladder (Right Side)
2180270AP
Whirlpool Lever, Water Dispenser (Apollo Gray)
LightW11679940
Whirlpool Light BulbY
LensWP2302848
Whirlpool Light Shield
Louver8201651
Whirlpool Louver-cabY
2301482
Whirlpool Meat Pan (Includes 13, 14, 19 & 22)
2220407
Whirlpool Modular Icemaker Service Sheet
Motor,Ice Maker Motor8201515
Whirlpool Module Assembly (Includes Items 21 & 22)Y
Ice Maker, Ice Maker AssemblyWPW10190929
Whirlpool Mold-ice
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Motor,Ice Maker MotorW10124096
Whirlpool Motor, Fan
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Motor,Ice Maker MotorW10190935
Whirlpool Motor-modlY
WP2255617
Whirlpool Overlay
WP2154697
Whirlpool OverloadY
4392900
Whirlpool Paint, Bulk (1 Qt.) (Biscuit (Uncut))
786032
Whirlpool Paint, Bulk (1 Qt.) (Black (Uncut))
799344
Whirlpool Paint, Bulk (1 Qt.) (White (Uncut))Y
350930
Whirlpool Paint, Pressurized Spray (12 Oz. White)Y
4392901
Whirlpool Paint, Pressurized Spray (12 Oz.) (Biscuit)Y
285006
Whirlpool Paint, Pressurized Spray (12Oz. Black)Y
72032
Whirlpool Paint, Touch-up (1/2Oz. Black)Y
Washer72017
Whirlpool Paint, Touch-up (1/2Oz. White)
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
511873
Whirlpool Paint, Touch-up 1/2 Oz. (White Porcelain)Y
PinWP2196195
Whirlpool Pin-doorY
PinWP2198634
Whirlpool Pin-doorY
Auto Primer350942
Whirlpool Primer, White (12 Oz. Spray Can)Y
RackW10777924
Whirlpool Rack-wineY
RelayW10920279
Whirlpool Relay-strtY
WP2256126
Whirlpool ReservoirY
WP2155590
Whirlpool RetainerY
Pin489229
Whirlpool Roll PinY
Axle, Roller, Shaft Wheel2301152
Whirlpool Roller
Drawer4318078
Whirlpool Roller
Axle, Roller, Shaft WheelWPW10250570
Whirlpool Roller-cabY
Screw489136
Whirlpool Screw
Screw8533917
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWPW10141625
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewW11544659
Whirlpool ScrewY
Screw489340
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP3400906
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP3196557
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP3400012
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP488163
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP8533976
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWPW10170540
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP8281163
Whirlpool ScrewY
Screw2198671
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP3400065
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP8281164
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWPW10142283
Whirlpool ScrewY
Screw8533983
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP3400806
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP3-24004-109
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489261
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWPW10272364
Whirlpool ScrewY
Screw798639
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP8281227
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489500
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489483
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ScrewWPW10141645
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489464
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489497
Whirlpool Screw
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
ScrewWP489478
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewWP489427
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewW10850698
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewWP681249
Whirlpool ScrewY
ScrewW10759522
Whirlpool Screw
ScrewW10142289
Whirlpool Screw 8-18 X 5/8
Screw4389654
Whirlpool Screw No.8 X 3/8 Hex
Screw2006254
Whirlpool Screw, 6-19 X .250
Screw681390
Whirlpool Screw, 8-32 X 3/8
DispenserWP2198628
Whirlpool Seal
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
WP503695
Whirlpool SealerY
WP505587
Whirlpool SealerY
212643
Whirlpool Sealer, Gum (4 Feet)Y
2301270
Whirlpool Service & Wiring Sheet
ShaftWP2188917
Whirlpool ShaftY
Shelf Support Components2216102
Whirlpool Shelf & Roller Assembly
WireWP2205837K
Whirlpool Shelf (2)
Door,Remote Control Door2171070K
Whirlpool Shelf Bin (3)
2301290
Whirlpool Shelf Track (Left Side)
2301289
Whirlpool Shelf Track (Right Side)
Wire2211746K
Whirlpool Shelf, Slide Out Upper
Shelf Support Components2301034
Whirlpool Shelf, Snack Pan
Shield2219878
Whirlpool Shield, Wiring
WP2181911
Whirlpool ShimY
SleeveW11661094
Whirlpool SleeveY
SleeveWP2212365
Whirlpool SleeveY
Sleeve2252127
Whirlpool Sleeve, Delay MechanismY
Slide2301339
Whirlpool Slide Meat Pan Control
Slide2301235
Whirlpool Slide, Door Control
Slide2174252
Whirlpool Slide, Humidity
Slide2212321
Whirlpool Slide, Ice Maker MountingY
Slide2315398
Whirlpool Slide, Ice Maker Shut OffY
Pan2301120
Whirlpool Snack Pan (Includes 30 & 31)
SocketW11606038
Whirlpool Socket
SpacerWP1119005
Whirlpool SpacerY
SpacerWP1119007
Whirlpool SpacerY
SpringWPW10224328
Whirlpool SpringY
SpringW10852956
Whirlpool SpringY
SpringWP2198608
Whirlpool Spring
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
SpringWP2198635
Whirlpool Spring
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
WP2319792
Whirlpool Start-devY
Glass ShelfWP2196483
Whirlpool Stud-shelf
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Glass ShelfW11223328
Whirlpool Stud-shelf
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
4388358
Whirlpool Support Kit (Contains Right And Left)Y
SwitchWP2149705
Whirlpool Switch
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
SwitchW11457217
Whirlpool SwitchY
TapeW11238399
Whirlpool Tape
Sensor, Thermistor, ThermostatWP2188819
Whirlpool ThermistorY
WP2182181
Whirlpool ThimbleY
2301049
Whirlpool Thimble-top (For White, Black, Biscuit And Stainless Vcm Models)Y
WireWPW10339879
Whirlpool Tie-wireY
WP1117510
Whirlpool Torx Key
Skill level: - Medium fix difficulty
Y
2301294
Whirlpool Track, Basket-dual (Left Side)
2301293
Whirlpool Track, Basket-dual (Right Side)
PanWPW10614158
Whirlpool Tray-evap
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP2205765
Whirlpool TubeY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, Fitting2261599
Whirlpool Tube, Condenser To Heat Loop
Cover,CapW10466698
Whirlpool Unit Cover, BottomY
Frame2304904
Whirlpool Unit Mounting Frame
Rail2305374
Whirlpool Unit Mounting Rail
Wire4389205
Whirlpool Unit, HarnessY
2315184
Whirlpool Use & Care Guide
Valve, Float AssemblyWP978025
Whirlpool ValveY
Valve, Float Assembly978028
Whirlpool Valve, Access (1/2``)
Valve, Float Assembly876764
Whirlpool Valve, Access (3/16``)Y
Valve, Float Assembly978030
Whirlpool Valve, Access (3/4``)
Valve, Float Assembly978027
Whirlpool Valve, Access (3/8``)Y
Valve, Float Assembly978026
Whirlpool Valve, Access (5/16``)Y
Valve, Float Assembly978029
Whirlpool Valve, Access (5/8``)Y
WasherWP2212370
Whirlpool WasherY
WasherWP2198661
Whirlpool Washer
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
WasherWP489235
Whirlpool WasherY
WasherW10856867
Whirlpool Washer
FilterEDR3RXD1
Whirlpool Water Filter
Skill level: - Fast and very easy fix
Y
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWP2304697
Whirlpool Water TubeY
Pipe, Tube, Hose, FittingWPW10350006
Whirlpool Water Tube
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
Cover,Cap2301006
Whirlpool Window, Snack PanY
WireWP2172890
Whirlpool Wire
Skill level: - Easy fix less than an hour
Y
WireWP2187467
Whirlpool Wire Harness
Wire2311637
Whirlpool Wire Harness, Dual Crisper

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.