All Installation Instructions for Frigidaire Refrigerator GLHT217JS0

freezer cold and frosting up but refrigerator warm

inside the freezer compartment, remove four hex head screws from rear panel,lift panel forward and unplug wire assembly from panel. find old defrost thermostat attached to copper tube by clip on back of thermostat, unclip, snip two wires to thermostat, take new thermostat, strip 1/4"of wire from wires in freezer (thermostat is prestripped),insert light blue wire from thermostat and light blue wire from freezer into opposite ends of crimp connector and crimp securely. repeat with dark blue wires. set panel back in freezer,connect plug to back of panel, refasten screws and you are go to go! save yourself the price of a new refrigerator or $300 repair by repairman!

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Defrost Thermostat

Gary from SABINSVILLE, PA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Light Switch too loose so no longer triggered by the door.

Googled it on Youtube - unplugged the fridge, used a paint scraper to loosen the old light switch, unplugged it from the electrical source, connected the new switch, replaced the whole unit into the proper location and pushed it firmly into place.

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Light Switch

Linda from BOZEMAN, MT
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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The Refrigerator was not cooling properly. At 40-45 degrees milk spoiled

My upper and bottom air diffuser was missing.
Purchased both air diffuser and placed it.

Parts Used:

Bottom Air Diffuser

Marcos from E STROUDSBURG, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Socket set

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Lost the temperature control know

The knob came in the plastic package. It was the correct part. I opened the package and placed the knob on the prongs. Now it works fine.

Thanks
John S.

Parts Used:

Thermostat Knob - White

John from Pilesgrove, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Broken Glass

Order parts on sat.afternoon,and got part on Tues.aand installed in less them 2 min.

Parts Used:

Pan Cover Glass Insert

Howard from Sharpsburg, SC
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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plastic drawer slide was broken

First I watched the video that provided - extremely helpful - thank you- when the part arrived I removed the drawer and shelf - unscrewed the screw- pushed the slide catches to one side and removed - then I screwed new slide on - pushed to lock in the catches and DONE! That simple - EASY PEESEY!! THANKS SO MUCH FOR VIDEO AND SUPER FAST NEXT DAY SERVICE - AMAZING HOW FAST!! WILL USE ANYTIME I NEED PART AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOUR SITE! TIME- 5 MINUTES TOPS!

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Meat Drawer Rail - Left Side

Meat Drawer Rail - Right Side

brenda from hillsboro, MO
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Freezer wasn't cooling - compressor not engaging

Ordered the Capacitor and the Thermostat Control. Parts were received in a matter of a few days, easy to install, but did not fix the problem. Had to call a repairman to fix the problem (compressor relay - this part not available to order for this model number with Parts Select). Will continue to use Parts Select in the future for other parts, but not happy that the actual part I needed was not available - had to use other methods.

Parts Used:

Run Capacitor

Judy from ROYSE CITY, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins

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the freezer would stick in defrost and not come out

Removed the vent cover at the bottom. Removed the screws. disconected the harnes and put the new timer in. This was a very easy fix. Thank You!

Parts Used:

Defrost Timer - 60Hz 120V

carol from woodland, WA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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The refrigerator wasn't getting cold the freezer was getting to cold

Followed the installation instruction for both parts now both the freezer and refrigerator are getting cold

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

Defrost Timer - 60Hz 120V

eddie from CHICAGO, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set

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You have sent the wrong part for the THIRD time. You have sent aaccess cover that is TWO INCHES too short. It does not cover the opening, and you will not answer your phones.

There is no way to complete the repair with the wrong part, You have had my order since June 22nd, 2020 and the incorrect part arrived October 27th, 2020. You charged $7.79 plus $1.06 tax and $9.95 shipping. Please refund the entire amount including the shipping, since I did not ask you to ship the incorrect amount.

Parts Used:

Access Cover

Jane from EAST JORDAN, MI
Difficulty Level:
Very Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver

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The crisper pan was broken.

Very easy.Thank you!

Parts Used:

Crisper Pan Cover

Glen H from Land o Lakes, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Frost in freezer, fridge not cold

From most posts I've read, the defrost timer was the culprit so I blindly ordered one. Easy install but did not fix the problem so I broke out the ohm meter. The only other 2 items it could be all tested good with my meter so I bypassed the defrost thermostat (per forum help...actually quite easy)and it defrosted fine, which told me I needed a new defrost thermostat. Installed fairly easy and problem gone.

Parts Used:

Defrost Timer - 60Hz 120V

Bob from Pinole, CA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins

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old refrigerator door shelf broke

Installing the new shelf was easy.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Door Shelf Bin

Rod from Rio Rancho, NM
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Frame cracked and became brittle

Put old glass in new frame drop one side under small lip of frame..done..perfect!

Parts Used:

Crisper Pan Cover

Shelley from KENSINGTON, NH
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Broken meat pan on Kenmore refrig

Just slid it in. Fit perfectly. Called the Help Line just to double check that the pan would fit and they assured me it would. Pan cost $20 less than through the Sears site because of lower price, lower shipping and no taxes. Oh, and the pan came in just two days. Very happy.

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