This limiter thermostat cuts out when the temperature inside your refrigerator reaches 55 degrees Fahrenheit and kicks back in when the internal temperature drops to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you discover temperature issues with your refrigerator or freezer, the defrost thermostat may need to be replaced. You will need tools for this repa...Read moreir, including a 1/4-inch nut driver, a pair of wire strippers, and a heat gun. Be sure to disconnect power to the refrigerator before completing this repair. The defrost thermostat is located behind the back panel of your side-by-side refrigerator/freezer. You will first need to remove the panel and take the defrost thermostat out to complete the repair.
A filter-drier in a refrigerator has two essential functions. The first is to absorb system contaminants, such as water, which can create acids. The second is to provide physical filtration. This means trapping moisture, small metal chips, and dirt found in the refrigerant gas. If your refrigerator motor is constantly running, but the ref...Read morerigerator is not getting cold, the issue could be due to a damaged or faulty filter-drier. Faulty filter-driers are sometimes the cause for abnormal freezer compartment temperatures and partially frosted evaporators. This filter-drier is approximately 11 inches long. Remember to disconnect the power from your refrigerator before beginning this repair.
This strap is designed for use with the evaporator in your refrigerator. The function of this part is to hold wires, tubes, defrost heaters and other parts in place. If you notice that any of these parts are not held in place properly, you will most likely need to replace the refrigerator strap. This part is made entirely of thin metal. T...Read morehe part is very bendable, and the smaller end is designed to fit inside the large one. This part is sold individually. It is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer. Many of our customers have rated this repair as easy.
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freezer kept icing over, refrigerator too hot
11 of 13 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
debra from new washington, OH
Really Easy
15 - 30 mins
Nutdriver, Pliers
First, I unplugged the appliance. Safety, first. Than I removed the shield which was held in by screws. This covered the fan, thermometer. The defrost thermostat was taken out, with a little extra force. The wires on the defective part were no longer attached to the part. The instructions were easy to follow in replacing the d
... Read moreefrost thermostat. I stripped the coating on the wire, attached it with the enclosed electical bugs. The assy was able to follow, and the part went back on. The refrigerator is working perfectly. I couldn't have done it without the help in diagnosing the problem and with the speedy delivery of the new part. Thanks for all your help and the ease of the installing the new part!
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Freezer frosted up
6 of 7 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Gregg from Mohnton, PA
Really Easy
15 - 30 mins
Screw drivers, Wrench set
Removed old thermostat and replaced. really easy.
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Coils freezing up and refrigerator would get warm
6 of 7 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Richard from Scranton, KS
Easy
15 - 30 mins
Nutdriver
Wasn't sure if it was the derost timer or the heating element. Since the timer was much cheaper, I bought it and crossed my fingers. My story is like the others. Unplug the refrigerator, snip the old wires, strip back the wire insulation, use the supplied connectors to attach the new defrost timer to the existing wiring. Succe
... Read moress! My coils no longer freeze up. Only difficulty is I am a large guy, and fitting my upper body into the freezer was challenging.