Parts for Ge PFSS6PKXFSS: Machine Compartment Parts

The water filter is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. This filter removes or reduces various contaminants.

Features and Benefits:

• Easy DIY replacement, typically mounted inside the refrigerator at the back of the compartment.
• Removes or reduces various contaminants in your water and ice, including lead, cysts, asbestos, atrazine, , taste and odor, chlorine, sediment, turbidity, and more
• NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 standards
• 6 Month lifespan filter
• Carbon Block media
• Micron rating: 0.5-1 micron (Class I)

When to replace your filter:

• Bad taste or odor in water and ice
• Cloudy or discolored ice
• Reduced water flow or pressure
• Refrigerator replace filter indicator light is on

Note: If replacing the Culligan metal canister design filter for the first time, a special adapter, part number AP2615702 is needed, which is not included with this part. The compatible bypass cap is part number AP6891551.

This OEM GE part can also be used on Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore/Sears appliances. 
 

This water line holder secures a refrigerator or ice maker supply tube to the cabinet or internal frame to keep the line routed and stable. Replacing a worn or missing holder helps prevent rubbing, kinks, and stress on the water line. What it does:

• Holds the water supply line in place to reduce movement and wear
• Helps prevent kinks that can restrict water flow to icemakers and dispensers
• Reduces vibration and potential chafing against sharp edges
• Addresses symptoms like a loose or sagging water line, intermittent flow, or audible line movement

• One water line holder clip

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Inspect the water line for damage; replace the line if cracked or leaking
• Mounting may require a screw, push-fit, or slot engagement depending on model—retain existing fasteners or your model's instructions

This is the main control printed board assembly (PBA) for select GE refrigerators. It regulates dispenser, defrost and compressor functions so the appliance operates according to user inputs and internal sensors. What it does:

• Replaces the refrigerator's primary electronic control that manages temperature, defrost cycles and user-interface requests
• Restores control-board functions that can cause display errors, unresponsive controls, or intermittent cooling when the board fails
• Works with door switches, sensors and relays to coordinate compressor, fans and defrost heater operation
• Matches OEM board design and connector layout for direct replacement where specified

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting; risk of shock if power remains connected
• Handle the board by edges and avoid touching components or connector pins to prevent ESD damage
• Verify connector orientation and seating during installation; do not force connectors

This wheel axle secures a small drawer, bin, or shelf wheel to its rail or bracket in compatible refrigerators, helping restore smooth gliding and proper alignment when the original axle is worn, cracked, or missing.

• Holds the wheel in place so drawers/bins roll smoothly along their tracks
• Helps maintain alignment and prevents wobble or binding
• Replace if the axle is broken, loose, or the wheel repeatedly falls off
• Symptoms can include stiff or uneven drawer movement, scraping, or a missing wheel/axle

• Unplug the refrigerator and remove food from the affected drawer/bin
• Remove the drawer/shelf to access the wheel and axle
• Use needle-nose pliers to release and remove the damaged axle; align components and press the new axle fully into place
• Inspect the wheel and track; replace any worn parts to ensure smooth operation

This molded rubber condenser grommet cushions and positions the condenser assembly to reduce vibration and wear. It restores proper mounting alignment so the condenser sits securely and operates quietly. What it does:

• Cushions condenser against the cabinet frame to dampen vibration and rattling
• Helps hold the condenser in proper position for correct airflow and clearance
• Prevents metal-to-metal contact that can cause noise or part wear
• Commonly used when the condenser rattles, vibrates, or sits loose after impact or age

• One condenser grommet

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid electrical shock
• Access the condenser from the back or lower rear, remove any service panels as needed
• Remove the old grommet and press the new grommet into place on the condenser mounting post or bracket

This sealed refrigeration compressor circulates refrigerant to enable your refrigerator's cooling cycle and restore proper temperature control when the compressor is the root cause of cooling loss. Designed as a direct replacement compressor assembly. What it does:

• Compresses and circulates refrigerant through the fridge cooling system
• Restores pressure differential needed for normal cooling operation
• Commonly replaced when refrigerator interior is warming or not cooling
• Can be linked to symptoms like loud or unusual compressor noise, frequent cycling, or tripped circuit breakers

• Disconnect power before beginning service and follow lockout/tagout procedures
• Compressor replacement involves sealed refrigerant lines—recovery, evacuation, and recharge by a certified HVAC/refrigeration technician is required
• Inspect and replace drier/accumulator and service valves per OEM guidance when opening the refrigerant system

This compressor overload is the start-protection device that helps the refrigerator compressor run safely and restart after an overcurrent or overload. Replacing a faulty overload restores reliable compressor starting and helps protect the compressor motor. What it does:

• Protects the compressor by interrupting power during an electrical overload or locked-rotor condition
• Works with the start relay to allow the compressor motor to start and run properly
• Common symptom: refrigerator not cooling because compressor won't start
• Other symptom: humming or buzzing from the compressor or intermittent starting

• One compressor overload (start device)

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury
• Handle terminals carefully; install on the compressor per OEM orientation and secure connections

This drain line assembly routes condensation/defrost water from the refrigerator cabinet to the rear drain pan. Replacing a cracked, warped, or clogged line restores proper drainage and helps prevent interior leaks and ice buildup.

• Directs meltwater from the evaporator drain to the condenser/drain pan
• A restricted or damaged line can lead to water under crispers or on the floor
• Ice sheet forming at the bottom of the freezer is a common sign of a blocked drain
• Restores correct moisture management and helps reduce odors from standing water

• Unplug the refrigerator and turn off the water supply if applicable
• Pull the unit forward and remove the lower rear access cover to reach the drain outlet and pan
• Place a towel, disconnect the old line, clear any ice/debris in the drain channel, and seat the new line fully
• Route the tube into the pan without kinks, reassemble, and verify flow by pouring warm water through the interior drain

This water fitting connects refrigerator water lines to keep the dispenser and icemaker supplied. It replaces a worn or leaking connector so your fridge can maintain a reliable, drip-free water path.

• Joins water tubing for the dispenser/icemaker circuit
• Helps resolve leaks at the connector or along the water line
• Can restore weak/no water flow caused by a damaged fitting
• Maintains a secure, food-safe connection under normal household water pressure

• Unplug refrigerator and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Place a towel or container to catch residual water
• Depress/loosen the connector collet to release tubing; cut ends square and fully seat lines when installing
• Check for leaks after restoring water and power

This rubber grommet seals the suction/water pipe where it passes through the appliance cabinet to reduce leaks and dampen vibration. It restores a tight, durable seal to help prevent water intrusion and rattling. What it does:

• Cushions and seals the suction/water pipe where it passes through sheet metal or plastic.
• Reduces vibration and pipe movement that can cause noise or wear.
• Helps prevent water leaks or moisture entry at the cabinet penetration.
• Maintains a proper fit for tubing routing and component alignment.

• One rubber suction pipe grommet.

• Disconnect power and shut off water supply before servicing.
• Remove access panels as needed to reach the pipe penetration; press grommet into opening and route pipe through center.
• Replace any brittle, torn, or deformed grommets; do not force a damaged grommet into place.

This PTC-style start relay mounts on the compressor and briefly powers the start winding so the compressor can start reliably. Replacing a weak or heat-damaged relay can restore cooling performance and stop repeated clicking from the compressor area.

• Supplies momentary power to the compressor's start winding at startup
• Opens automatically as the PTC warms, removing the start winding from the circuit
• Symptoms of a failing relay: compressor won't start, repeated clicking/humming, and rising temperatures
• Visual clues can include discoloration, melting, or a burnt odor on the relay housing

• Disconnect power and remove the rear lower access panel to reach the compressor
• Note wire locations and terminal orientation before removal; transfer wires one-for-one
• Push the new relay fully onto the compressor pins until seated securely
• Inspect the overload protector and wire terminals for heat damage; replace any burnt connectors before restoring power

This cover relay is a small protective housing that fits over the refrigerator compressor relay. It helps shield the relay from dirt, moisture and accidental contact to protect electrical connections and improve component longevity. What it does:

• Covers and protects the compressor start relay from debris and moisture
• Helps prevent accidental contact with relay terminals
• Maintains proper relay positioning on the compressor
• Commonly replaced when the original cover is cracked, melted or missing

• One cover relay

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid electric shock
• Handle compressor and relay components carefully to avoid damage