Ge WR17X12617 Light Column Assembly (42Ff) OEM Part

Product Details

Genuine Ge part. Ge brands include General Electric, Hotpoint, RCA, Kenmore, and others.
GE also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.

Cross Reference Information

Part Number WR17X12617 replaces AP5646840.

Description

This light column assembly provides the internal lighting and trim for compatible refrigerator/freezer enclosures, restoring proper illumination and a finished interior appearance. It replaces a worn or damaged light column so the compartment lights correctly. What it does

• Houses and positions the light(s) to evenly illuminate the refrigerator interior.
• Protects the bulb and wiring from spills and contact while allowing light to pass.
• Restores damaged or cracked trim that can let debris into the light area.
• Common symptom: interior light is dim, misaligned, or the trim is cracked/broken.

What's included

• One light column assembly as shown.

Install notes

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock.
• Handle lens or trim pieces carefully to avoid scratching or cracking.
• Installation generally requires removing interior shelves and unsnapping or unscrewing the old assembly; keep fasteners for reinstallation if reusable.
• If the bulb or wiring is damaged, replace those components only with compatible parts.