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Customer Questions and Answers for Defrost Control Board by Ge

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By: Ge
Part Number: OEM17873610
Manufacturer Part Number: WR55X21623

The Defrost Control Board is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. This component manages the defrost cycle, ensuring that the refrigerator and freezer compartments remain frost-free and maintain optimal cooling performance.

Causes of a bad defrost control board can include electrical surges, component failure due to wear over time, or damage from moisture exposure. A faulty board can lead to inefficient defrost cycles or prevent the defrost process from occurring altogether.

Symptoms of a bad Defrost Control Board include:

  • Frost buildup in the freezer
  • Refrigerator or freezer not cooling properly
  • Frequent cycling of the defrost heater
  • Water leaks inside the refrigerator

This GE replacement part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.

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Michael, There would normally be a screw at the front, which you have already removed and then look in the area of the light for a second screw that would be in this area that you would need to remove as well. This should allow the control panel to lower to replace the defrost board.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Friday, September 16, 2016

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