Kelvinator Refrigerator Temperature Control, Cold Control

The Cold Control is an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators. It regulates the temperature inside the fridge and freezer compartments by controlling the compressor, evaporator fan, and cooling vents. Proper cooling depends on the cold control operating reliably.

Symptoms of a bad cold control include:

• Fluctuating temperatures that don't stay consistent
• The refrigerator or freezer running excessively hot or cold
• The compressor not turning on at all

Causes of failure can be worn over many years of use or damage to electronic components. Without an accurately functioning control, cooling performance diminishes significantly.

This OEM Frigidaire part can also be used on Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and Sears/Kenmore.

This cold control kit is the refrigerator temperature control assembly that helps regulate cooling cycles so your unit maintains the selected temperature. Replacing a failing control can restore more consistent cooling and user temperature adjustment. What it does:

• Regulates the appliance's cooling cycles and temperature setpoint to help keep food properly chilled
• Replaces a worn or erratic temperature control that can cause inconsistent temperatures
• Common symptom: appliance runs continuously, doesn't cycle off, or temperatures are too warm or fluctuate
• Works as the OEM replacement control assembly for models that use this kit

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Take photos of wiring before removal to ensure correct reconnection
• Use basic hand tools; avoid forcing connectors or mounting tabs

This mechanical temperature control thermostat regulates your unit's cooling by cycling the compressor on and off to maintain the set temperature. Replace a failed cold control when temperatures drift, cycling is erratic, or the knob no longer responds.

• Monitors cabinet temperature via a sensing bulb and opens/closes electrical contacts to control cooling
• Helps restore consistent temperatures and normal run times
• Typical failure symptoms: too warm or too cold, runs constantly or won't start, no change when adjusting the control
• May cause intermittent cooling or short cycling as it wears

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Access the control housing; note/photograph wire locations and transfer them one at a time
• Route the sensing capillary exactly as original; do not kink or sharply bend the tube; secure the bulb in its original location
• Set the control to a mid setting and allow temperatures to stabilize before fine-tuning