This defrost timer will cycle for 25 minutes after every six hours of run time. The timer itself is made of plastic, and its terminals are bent, the leads are internal, and the label is orange. If you notice that your fridge is too warm, the fridge is running for a long time or is leaking, it could be due to the defrost timer becoming ina...Read morective. The defrost timer is found underneath the light cover (may need to remove lightbulb) and will need to be removed along with the air inlet assembly and housing.
The defrost thermostat included in this kit cuts out at 50 degrees Fahrenheit and kicks back in when the temperature drops to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Also included in this kit are two interchangeable brackets and crimp style wire connectors. Use this kit for your GE brand refrigerator.
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refrigerator was not cooling but the freezer worked fine.
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Wanda from Cabins, WV
Really Easy
15 - 30 mins
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
My husband put on the defrost timer. At first I thought the part was not going to fix the problem. After about 5 hours my refrigerator was still warm. I went to work and when I got home that evening my refrigerator was cooling and down to 28 degrees. So if you replace this part wait at least 12-24 hours. Give it time to stablize.
... Read moreMy husband says it has to go through its cycle. It works on a 24 hour timer. My refrigerator is working fine and this has saved me alot of money. My husband says, once you put on the timer you may have to use a flat screwdriver and turn the small dial clockwise one click to start it. He removed the kick grill and replaced the part. Dont forget to shut breaker off to replace this part. Turn power back on and start the timer. We are so happy that we now have a working refrigerator.
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Nancy from Hamburg, NY
Easy
Less than 15 mins
Nutdriver
popped off front grille, removed 2 screws for bracket, then had to remove one screw for timer. unplugged old timer, reversed procedure, all works.
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refrigerator would not defrost
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Donald from worthington, OH
A Bit Difficult
15 - 30 mins
Screw drivers
Look were timer was located, in my refigerator is next to the dial to ajust the temperature. used a screwdriver to get panel off. replaced timer then used a straight screwdriver to advance timer to turn on compessor . monitor temperature . checked out.