Hotpoint Refrigerator Parts

The defrost timer governs the automatic defrost cycle, periodically switching the refrigerator from cooling to defrost. Replacing a failed timer restores reliable defrosting to limit frost buildup and help maintain steady, consistent temperatures. What it does:

• Advances the system through run and defrost periods at set intervals
• Sends power to the defrost heater during defrost, then returns the unit to cooling
• A failed timer may cause heavy frost on the evaporator, poor cooling, or continuous running
• A timer that does not advance or is stuck can leave the refrigerator in defrost or prevent defrost entirely

• 1 defrost timer

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Access location varies by model
• Photograph wire positions; move wires one at a time to the matching terminals on the new timer
• Transfer any mounting bracket, secure the timer, and restore power to verify operation

This flip-up dairy door covers the refrigerator's dairy compartment. Replace a cracked or missing cover to keep butter, cheese, and other small items organized and protected while restoring a clean, finished look to the fresh food door.

• Attaches to the dairy bin on the fresh food door and flips up/down for access
• Helps keep contents contained and protected during door opening/closing
• Restores proper hinge/latch engagement so the bin stays closed
• Common symptoms: cracked cover, broken hinge tabs, loose hinge, or missing door

• Empty the dairy bin and remove the old cover
• Align hinge tabs with the bin's pins and snap into place; no tools typically required
• Handle carefully; if very cold, let the plastic acclimate to room temperature before installation
• Open and close to confirm smooth operation and full seating

Open - 55, close - 35

The Evaporator Fan Motor is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. This part circulates air over the evaporator coils, facilitating proper cooling and airflow throughout the refrigerator compartments.

Causes of a bad part can include normal wear and tear over time, bearing failure, electrical issues preventing the motor from running, or debris obstructing the fan blades.

Symptoms of a bad Evaporator Fan Motor include:

• Inadequate cooling or warm temperatures in the fresh food or freezer sections
• Frost buildup or moisture accumulation
• Loud or unusual noises coming from the fan area
• Complete failure of the fan to operate

This OEM GE part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.

The Tube Lead is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. It is responsible for routing water through the unit.

Causes of a bad tube lead can include mineral accumulation restricting flow, loosened compression fittings, or cracked/split tubing exposing water to air.

Symptoms of an issue with the water line tube lead include:

• Slow or inconsistent water and ice production
• Water pressure or temperature fluctuations at the dispenser
• Leaks in the refrigerator's exterior bottom panel

This GE replacement part is compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.

This defrost heater and bracket assembly melts frost from the evaporator during the automatic defrost cycle, restoring airflow and stable temperatures so your refrigerator and freezer cool as designed. What it does:

• Heats the evaporator coil at set intervals to clear frost and ice
• Keeps air passages open for consistent temperatures and efficient cooling
• Helps prevent excessive run times and ice buildup on the freezer back wall
• Failure signs can include heavy frost accumulation, weak/uneven cooling, or fan noise from ice

• One defrost heater pre-mounted to its bracket

• Disconnect power before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Access the evaporator behind the freezer's rear panel; safely defrost built-up ice before removal
• Note/photograph wire routing and connections; transfer like-for-like
• Avoid damaging evaporator fins and ensure the heater sits in the original position without touching plastic components

This defrost heater kit warms the evaporator during the automatic defrost cycle to melt frost and keep air moving. Replace it when ice builds up on the freezer coils and temperatures rise or airflow is restricted.

• Heats the evaporator coil during defrost to clear accumulated frost/ice
• Helps maintain proper airflow and stable temperatures in both compartments
• Symptoms can include heavy frost on the back wall/evaporator cover, reduced cooling, or fan noise from ice contact
• A failed heater can leave the defrost system unable to clear ice, restricting airflow

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Access the heater behind the freezer's rear panel; safely remove heavy ice before replacement
• Move wires and clips one at a time, routing exactly like the original to avoid pinched or exposed conductors
• After replacement, monitor defrost operation; icing persists, also check the defrost thermostat and control

This replacement motor powers the dispenser's auger/crusher mechanism to move ice from the bucket to the chute. Replacing a weak or seized motor helps restore reliable cube or crushed-ice dispensing from the freezer door.

• Drives the ice auger/crusher to feed ice from the bucket through the dispenser chute
• Helps deliver cubes or crushed ice, depending on the control selection
• Common symptoms: no ice dispensing, auger not turning, loud humming or grinding, intermittent or weak dispensing
• Located in the freezer-door dispenser assembly and engages the ice bucket coupler

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove the ice bucket and dispenser trim/panel to access the motor; note wire orientation and fasteners
• Transfer any mounting hardware or coupler from the old motor
• Reassemble, restore power, and test ice dispensing

This right-hand bucket glide supports a refrigerator bin/drawer and forms the track it slides on. It restores smooth, level movement and proper alignment when the original glide is cracked, worn, or missing.

• Provides side support and a smooth sliding track for the bucket/drawer
• Helps keep the bin level and aligned so it opens and closes properly
• Replaces a cracked, warped, or broken right-hand glide
• Common symptoms: drawer sticks, binds, sags, or comes off its track

• Disconnect power and remove food from the affected drawer area
• Slide out the bucket and remove any shelf/frame as needed for access
• Remove mounting screws or tabs, note the glide's orientation, and transfer any hardware
• Position and secure the new right-hand glide; reinstall components and test drawer movement

Water line from water valve up to icemaker fill tube.

This Door Spacer positions the refrigerator door components with the correct clearance so the door swings smoothly and sits level. Replacing a worn spacer can restore alignment, reduce rubbing or squeaks, and help maintain proper gasket contact.

• Maintains proper spacing and alignment of the door assembly
• Helps the door open and close smoothly, reducing friction and wear
• Can address issues like door rubbing, squeaking, or not sitting level
• Supports consistent gasket contact for a reliable seal

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing
• Support the door and remove the necessary hardware to access the spacer location
• Note spacer orientation; install the new spacer and reassemble
• Adjust hinges if needed

This ice bucket stores the ice your refrigerator's icemaker produces and keeps it organized and ready to use. Replace a cracked or missing bin to restore proper ice storage and help prevent spills, jams, and contamination.

• Collects and stores ice cubes produced by the icemaker
• Positions under the icemaker so cubes drop cleanly into the bin
• Slides in/out for easy access and smooth operation
• Common symptoms: cracked or warped bucket, ice spilling or jamming, difficulty seating the bin, plastic fragments in ice

• Unplug the refrigerator and switch the icemaker off before servicing
• Remove the old bucket and empty any ice; transfer any reusable parts from the original if applicable
• Align and fully seat the new bucket on the guides/tabs
• Restore power and turn the icemaker back on; allow time to make ice

Open - 60, close - 40

The defrost heater warms the evaporator during automatic defrost cycles to remove frost and ice, restoring airflow and cooling. Replacing a failed heater helps prevent frost buildup and maintain more consistent temperatures throughout the refrigerator.

• Melts frost from the evaporator coil during scheduled defrost cycles
• Helps maintain airflow and cooling performance between compartments
• Failure may cause heavy frost on the back wall/evaporator cover
• Can lead to reduced cooling, long run times, or fan noise from ice contact

• Disconnect power before servicing; wear appropriate gloves.
• Remove freezer shelves/ice maker as needed and the rear panel to access the evaporator area.
• Defrost any ice buildup and avoid damaging evaporator fins or wiring.
• Reuse original mounting hardware/clips as needed; check the defrost thermostat and control if frost issues continue.

Restore accurate cooling with this refrigerator temperature control thermostat. The cold control senses compartment temperature and opens or closes the circuit to cycle the cooling system, helping maintain your selected setting when the original control becomes unreliable.

• Monitors refrigerator air temperature via a sensing bulb
• Opens/closes electrical contacts to cycle the cooling system
• Maintains the temperature you select with the control knob
• Common symptoms of a failing control: temperatures too warm or too cold, refrigerator runs constantly or won't start, no response to knob adjustments

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Access the control housing and note wire locations and the exact routing/placement of the sensing bulb
• Transfer any mounting hardware and the control knob from the old part; install the new thermostat
• Route and secure the sensing bulb exactly as original—do not kink the capillary; restore power, set to a mid setting, and allow temperatures to stabilize before fine-tuning