The Defrost Thermostat is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. This component plays a crucial role in the defrost system by regulating the temperature within the freezer. It ensures the defrost heater activates when the temperature rises above a certain threshold, preventing ice build-up on the evaporator coils and maintaining efficient cooling.
Over time, the defrost thermostat can fail due to electrical issues, prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, or wear and tear from regular use. When this part fails, it can lead to improper defrost cycles, causing ice accumulation and reducing the refrigerator's efficiency.
Symptoms of a bad defrost thermostat include:
- Excessive frost buildup in the freezer
- Inconsistent temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer compartments
- Refrigerator running continuously or not running at all
- Leaking water inside the fridge due to melted ice
This GE replacement part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Water leaking into fresh food compartment freezed frosted over Charles L. • Frankfort , IL • July 18, 2016
This is a 15 yr old Kenmore (GE) refrigerator with top mounted freezer...
I knew, for awhile, that I had a DEFROST problem. That was causing water to collect on the inside bottom of the fridge, under the veg./fruit bins. And then occasionally run out onto the kitchen floor if I didn't sop up the water inside. But I delayed the repair because of the hassle of emptying the food, top and bottom, and finding temporary homes for it all. Until I noticed 3 things happen in short order.
1)The water...
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