Gibson Defrost Timer, Adaptive Defrost Control
Genuine Frigidaire part
By: Frigidaire
Part Number: 215846602
The Defrost Timer is an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators. It is an essential electronic component that controls the automated defrost cycle of the refrigerator. The defrost timer monitors run times and temperatures to determine when to initiate the defrost process. It allows the refrigerator to operate efficiently by preventing excessive ice buildup. This defrost timer is designed to run for 30 minutes every 8 hours.
Symptoms of a bad defrost timer include:
- Inability to initiate or maintain the defrost cycle
- Excessive ice buildup in the freezer compartment
- Erratic temperature fluctuations
- The refrigerator running excessively or displaying other performance issues
Causes of a bad defrost timer can be normal wear and tear over time. Environmental factors like power surges or fluctuations may also impact the electronic timer functionality.
This OEM Frigidaire part can also be used on Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and Sears/Kenmore.
This part fixes the following symptoms
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Frost buildup
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Fridge runs too long
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Freezer too cold
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Freezer not defrosting
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Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Not cooling properly eventually evaporator fan failure Richard D. • Wood Ridge , NJ • April 25, 2016
My problem first showed up as varying temperature in both sections of my old mid 1970’s Frigidaire model FPCI-170T-7 refrigerator, which is not listed on most appliance repair databases.
Running on the warm side from time to time, as well as sudden fan noise (probably the fan blade hitting ice build-up on the evaporator coil) alerted me to a possible defrost system problem, since the compressor was cooling. The evaporator fan eventually failed after a day or so, and a major repair was...
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Genuine Frigidaire part
By: Frigidaire
Part Number: 5304518034
The Defrost Timer is an OEM replacement part for Frigidaire upright freezers. It serves as a crucial component responsible for regulating automatic defrost cycles.
Causes of a faulty defrost timer relate to 20,000+ hours of constant exposure to freezer temperatures as low as -10 degrees Fahrenheit. Such extremes can compromise electrical switching mechanisms over prolonged usage periods.
Symptoms of a failed defrost timer include:
- Inability to initiate automatic defrost modes
- Excessive ice and frost accumulation inside cabinet
- Warm areas detected due to impaired fan circulation
- Diagnostic codes indicating defrosting problems
This genuine Frigidaire replacement part is compatible with Kelvinator and some Kenmore units as well.
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Freezer would not shut down kept running continuously Jd F. • Russellville , AR • October 22, 2014
Suspected it was the thermostat, since temperature stayed the same at multiple settings over a 24 hr period. There was only three components inside the freezer besides the evaporator, the fan was working, so I decided to just go ahead and replace the thermostat and defrost thermostat. Also replaced the defrost timer by the compressor, just to get all the old parts replaced with new. I had already replaced the compressor, so now I've pretty much have a new freezer. The new parts works great and...
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Gibson Defrost Timer and Adaptive Defrost Control replacement parts are essential for keeping your refrigerator running smoothly. These key components maintain the correct temperature, preventing frost build-up and keeping your food fresh.
Maintaining your refrigerator with Gibson parts like the Defrost Timer and Adaptive Defrost Control is crucial. The defrost timer controls the heating element cycle to melt away frost, while the adaptive defrost control adjusts timing based on usage patterns. These parts work together to ensure optimal performance. Choosing OEM replacement parts guarantees the best quality and compatibility with your Gibson refrigerator, providing peace of mind.
Whether you need a defrost timer or an adaptive defrost control, we offer quality parts to keep your Gibson refrigerator in top condition. These parts are available and designed to meet high standards, ensuring your appliance runs efficiently for years.
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