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46659A Frigidaire Freezer - Overview

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DEFROST TIMER – Part Number: 5304518034
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This is a 120 volt defrost timer manufactured for refrigerators. The defrost timer manages the automatic defrost systemin the unit. It acts like a clock by switching between activating the cooling cycle and the defrost heater to maintain the set thermostat temperature, preventing the unit from being too warm or cold. The defrost timer may need to be replaced if the fridge will not maintain its temperature or has frost buildup. Depending on the model, it could be located on the rear panel or ceiling of the fresh food compartment. Be sure to disconnect power to the refrigerator before replacing this part.
Defrost Thermostat – Part Number: 5303917954
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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 repair, 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.
Refrigerator Light Bulb – Part Number: 5304517886
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This is an LED light for a variety of refrigerator models. This 3.8W LED light is used to shine and adequately light the contents of your refrigerator when you open its door. If your current light is significantly dimmer than normal, or simply not working anymore, it will need to be replaced. To replace this bulb, unplug your fridge momentarily, and then simply unthread the old one and screw in the new one. This bulb is sold individually and does not come with any other parts.
Door Shelf End Cap Set - Left and Right Side – Part Number: 5303925377
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Door Shelf End Cap Set - Left and Right Side
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This assembly is the door shelf end cap set for the left and right side of your refrigerator. The function of the door shelf end cap is to attach the inner door liner to the door shelf rail. This will then hold the door shelf rail in place and keep it stable. To make this installation you may need a pair of pliers, other than that the parts will easily snap in and out of place. These pieces are white and measure almost 2 inches long, 1 inch high, and 1.5 inches wide.
Gasket Retainer Clip Kit - 24 Pieces – Part Number: 5303922007
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Gasket Retainer Clip Kit - 24 Pieces
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This gasket retainer clip kit is for freezers. There are 24 pieces in this kit. The clips are what secure the gasket and liner to the freezer lid. The clips are white in color and made of plastic. If you notice frost build up in your freezer or that is it is not maintaining its temperature, this might be because the retainer clips have broken, and this has caused the gasket to become loose. This is a genuine OEM part that is obtained right from the manufacturer, ensuring a quality repair.
SCREW – Part Number: 131168200
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Handle Insert – Part Number: 3017682
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This is not the handle. This is the decorative front insert. This part is for your freezer and is white in color. The insert measures approximately 10 inches long. This part is often replaced along with the handle itself. If this part has broken, cracked, or fallen off, it may need to be replaced after repeated use. To install the new handle insert, you must simply pry the old one off and snap the new one into place; no tools required. This is an original OEM part that comes right from the manufacturer.
SCREW – Part Number: 216858001
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SCREW
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Filter - Drier – Part Number: 5303305677
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Filter - Drier
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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 refrigerator 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.
Door/Light Switch – Part Number: 5309918806
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This is a door/light switch and it is a replacement part for your refrigerator. This part is activated as you open and close your refrigerator door. When the switch is activated and the door is open it will turn the light on inside your appliance, and when you close the door the switch will deactivate the light. Before purchasing this part, you may test it for continuity to determine if your current switch is defective and needs replacing. This model is white in color and measures to be roughly one inch thick, almost two inches high, and almost 1.5 inches deep, with a male end plug.
Compressor Start Relay – Part Number: 216594300
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Compressor Start Relay
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The compressor start relay attaches to the compressor in your refrigerator. If your refrigerator will not start, one of the most common parts to fail is the compressor start relay. Sometimes called the controller, this device is used to boost the compressor until the unit is running. Other common symptoms connected to start relays include: refrigerator will not start, will not cool, is making a clicking, humming or buzzing sound, or the compressor itself is warm to the touch. You may also smell a burnt plastic odor if the relay has failed. Shake the relay and listen for any rattling, as this is a sign that it is faulty.
Nut Insert – Part Number: 301036
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Temp alarm sounding and food on top shelves partially thawed
42 of 51 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Wayne from Forest Hill, MD
  • Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
After silencing the alarm, it seemed to be running as normal without any unusual noises, but food was starting to thaw from the top shelf on down and condensation was dripping from the roof. We were able to place most of the food in 2 large ice chests and then the rest in the freezer compartments of 2 fridges we have in the house. I the n turned down the temp dial to the coldest setting and let it run for an hour or so; no change.

After researching on the internet, it sounded like our symptoms could be pointing to a defrost timer issue. I pulled the freezer away from the wall, located the timer and used a large screwdriver to slowly advance it. While doing this, at one point I could hear the compressor kick in. I pushed the quick freeze button and let it run for a while. When I checked it in a few hours, the alarm light had gone out and water that I had placed inside was frozen. We took a chance and put the food we placed in the ice chests back in the freezer. Everything was fine several hours later.

I ordered a new defrost timer, it arrived in a couple of days, and replaced the old one with it in a matter of minutes by disconnecting the wire harness from the old timer, removing the 2 screws holding it onto the bracket, screwing the new timer to the bracket, reconnecting the wires harness, and done. It's been a week or so and no problems.
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freezer was stuck in defrost mode - - stayed at 30 degrees
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  • don from stony point, NY
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
slid freezer away from wall - - bottom left hand corner was the frost timer - - removed two philip head screws - - unpluged timer and installed new timer - - turned timer past first click to a little past second click (freeze cycle) - - slid freezer back FINISHED - - YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST WITH YOUR WEB PAGE AND HELP!!!!! Next day freeze r was at 0
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Freezer was getting all iced up...
18 of 21 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Cheryld from Florence, SC
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
Watched the defrost timer to see that it wasnt moving, looked the part number up on your site and it even had a picture of it so I knew I was getting what I needed, ordered it when it came I took out the screws holding it in place unplugged old one and plugged in the new one, freezer works like new... :))
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