Parts for Frigidaire PLEF489GCA: 03 - Backguard Parts

This oven thermostat senses and regulates oven temperature so food cooks evenly and the range reaches set temperatures. It replaces a failed temperature control to restore accurate heating and cycle behavior. What it does:

• Closes and opens the control circuit to maintain the oven at the selected temperature
• Can correct symptoms such as oven not reaching set temperature, overheating, or excessive cycling
• Works with the oven's control system and heating elements to stabilize bake and broil operations
• Mechanical design — avoid bending or damaging the sensing element/capillary

• One oven thermostat

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any service
• Handle the thermostat and sensing element carefully; do not kink or sharply bend the capillary
• Verify proper thermostat mounting and oven cavity seals for accurate temperature control

This interior refrigerator light provides bright, even illumination so you can see food and settings clearly while the door is open. Designed to fit the factory light location and restore proper interior lighting. What it does

• Illuminates the refrigerator compartment for improved visibility
• Replaces a burned-out, flickering, or dim interior light
• Helps locate food and read controls without removing items
• Works with the factory light housing and switch to operate when the door opens

What's included One interior refrigerator light Install notes

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any work
• Handle glass or bulb components carefully to avoid breakage and injury
• Use the exact part number for compatibility; do not force if fitment differs

This main control board manages all oven operations including temperature control, timer functions, and safety features. Located behind the control panel, replace it if the oven won't start, maintains incorrect temperatures, or control functions become unresponsive.

Burner not heating or stuck on? This infinite switch restores precise temperature control to your cooktop elements. Moderate DIY repair difficulty.

Burner won't heat, stuck on high, or works intermittently? This cooktop burner control switch restores reliable on/off control. Easy DIY repair.

Fix a burner that won't turn off or requires repeated knob turning. This infinite switch controls surface element heat settings. DIY repair.

This truss-head machine screw secures a switch to its mounting bracket or panel. Replacing a worn or missing screw restores a solid, aligned switch fit for reliable operation.

• Fastens the switch body to a bracket or chassis panel
• Helps keep the switch aligned for consistent actuation
• Replaces stripped, corroded, or missing mounting hardware
• Common symptoms: loose or wobbly switch, misalignment, rattling or vibration around the switch area

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Verify thread size and length match the original hardware
• If multiple screws secure the switch, replace them in a consistent pattern to maintain alignment

Replacement #8 x 0.500 inch screw for securing panels, trim, and brackets in appliances. Needed when original fasteners are stripped, lost, or missing.