Frigidaire Refrigerator Evaporator

Fix a refrigerator not cooling or freezing properly with this evaporator coil. Restores proper cooling by allowing refrigerant to absorb heat efficiently.

Refrigerator not cooling or freezing over? This evaporator coil absorbs heat to cool your fridge. Common fix for warm compartments and frost buildup.

This evaporator coil removes heat from the refrigerator's fresh-food and freezer sections so the appliance can maintain proper cooling. Replacing a damaged or corroded evaporator restores normal refrigerant flow and cold production. What it does:

• Circulates refrigerant through the evaporator to absorb heat from the cabinet
• Supports proper defrosting when paired with the unit's defrost system
• Helps prevent warm spots and temperature instability caused by leaks or blockages
• Common symptom: freezer or fridge running but not reaching cold temperatures

• One evaporator coil assembly

• Disconnect power before servicing; risk of electric shock.
• Refrigerant handling (evacuation/recharge) requires a certified HVAC technician—do not attempt on a charged system.
• Avoid puncturing or bending the tubing; replace any damaged gaskets or insulation during reassembly.
• Verify associated defrost components and seals while the evaporator is accessible.

This evaporator coil circulates refrigerant inside the freezer compartment to absorb heat and enable proper cooling. Replacing a damaged or corroded evaporator restores cold performance and helps stop excessive frost buildup. What it does:

• Circulates refrigerant and absorbs heat from the freezer compartment to maintain low temperatures
• Allows the freezer to reach and hold proper cold levels when functioning correctly
• Commonly replaced when there is heavy frost buildup, poor cooling, or refrigerant leaks
• Works with the evaporator fan and defrost system to maintain consistent temperatures

• One evaporator coil

• Installation typically requires accessing the freezer inner liner and removing panels; follow the refrigerator's service manual
• Disconnect power before starting work and handle sharp sheet-metal edges with care