Gibson Damper & Related

The Damper Assembly is an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators, crucial for regulating the airflow between the refrigerator and freezer compartments. This part plays a pivotal role in maintaining the desired temperature in your refrigerator, ensuring your food remains fresh and safe for consumption. Note: Damper Control w/ one switch, if you need a Damper Control with two switches, order part# AP3772850.

Causes of a bad Refrigerator Damper Assembly can involve normal wear of internal mechanisms responsible for damper rotation. Mineral accumulation on electronic sensors may hinder proper damper response.

Symptoms of a bad Damper Assembly include:

• Temperature fluctuations between fridge and freezer sections
• Condensation or frosting around cooling coils and duct intakes
• Energy inefficiency and higher utility costs over time
• Strange noises emittng from behind refrigerator exterior panels

This genuine OEM Frigidaire is also compatible with Electrolux, Gibson, and select Kenmore models.

Note: Damper Control w/ two switches, if you need a Damper Control with one switch, order part# {AP5688411}

Bottom air diffuser directs cold air into the refrigerator's lower cabinet to help maintain even temperatures and reduce warm spots. Replacing a damaged diffuser restores proper airflow and helps the fresh-food section cool more consistently. What it does:

• Redirects cold air from the cooling channel into the refrigerator's lower cabinet for balanced cooling.
• Helps reduce warm spots and uneven temperatures in the fresh-food area.
• A cracked, broken, or missing diffuser can lead to restricted airflow and inconsistent cabinet temperatures.
• Seats into the lower air channel and secures with factory tabs or fasteners; inspect mounting tabs for damage.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before performing any service.
• Remove shelves and drawers as needed for access; work carefully around evaporator/air channels.
• Gently release and re-seat plastic tabs or remove fasteners; avoid forcing parts to prevent breakage.
• If tabs are damaged, replace them or consider replacing adjacent vent components to ensure a secure fit.

This gas supply tube routes fuel from the valve/manifold to a burner in your gas cooking appliance. A sound tube helps deliver a steady flame and safer, reliable operation by maintaining a sealed path to the burner.

• Directs gas from the control valve/regulator to the designated burner
• Maintains a sealed pathway to help prevent leaks
• Supports proper ignition and consistent flame size on the affected burner
• Common signs of a problem: gas odor near the tube, visible kinks/corrosion, hissing, or weak/no flame

• Disconnect power and shut off the gas supply; allow the appliance to cool
• Work in a well-ventilated area; support fittings with two wrenches to avoid stressing the valve/manifold
• Route the new tube exactly like the original; start threads by hand and tighten securely without over-torquing
• After reassembly, restore gas and check all joints with an approved leak-detection solution.

This top air diffuser directs cold airflow inside the refrigerator compartment to help maintain even temperature distribution and reduce hot spots. It replaces a cracked or damaged diffuser to restore proper airflow direction. What it does:

• Channels and disperses cold air from the evaporator into the fresh food cavity
• Helps prevent uneven cooling and localized warm spots
• Replaces broken, cracked, or warped diffusers that cause poor airflow
• Reduces gusty or misdirected airflow noises when damaged

• One top air diffuser

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair
• Remove shelves and any interior trim blocking access to the diffuser
• Typically snaps or screws into place; handle gently to avoid cracking

This flue directs exhaust and heat away from the oven cavity to the range vent path, helping maintain proper ventilation and combustion airflow. It replaces damaged or corroded flue components to restore safe venting and oven performance. What it does:

• Channels heat, smoke and combustion exhaust from the oven cavity toward the vent path
• Helps prevent heat buildup behind the oven control area and adjacent panels
• Can reduce visible soot, odors or poor venting caused by a cracked or bent flue
• Supports proper burner combustion airflow in gas models when correctly installed

• One replacement flue

• Disconnect the appliance from power (and gas supply on gas models) before starting work
• Access typically requires removing the oven back panel or drop-in cooktop; keep track of mounting screws and gaskets
• Wear gloves to protect from sharp sheet-metal edges and use caution aligning the flue to vent openings
• After installation, restore power/gas and verify normal oven operation and proper venting; check for signs of leaks or loose fasteners