Parts for Hot Point CTF14APB: Other Parts

Made by GE. Clockwise.

Open - 45, close - 25

This mechanical defrost timer controls the refrigerator's automatic defrost cycle, clearing frost from the evaporator and helping maintain stable temperatures. Replacing a faulty timer restores regular defrost intervals to prevent frost buildup and inconsistent cooling.

• Cycles the system between cooling and defrost at set intervals to remove frost from the evaporator coils
• Heavy frost on the freezer back wall or evaporator cover may indicate a failed timer
• Fresh food section warming while the freezer seems cold, or unit stuck in defrost with no cooling
• Compressor runs continuously or never restarts; timer does not advance as expected

• Disconnect power before servicing to avoid electrical shock
• Access location varies by model; commonly in the control housing, behind the kick plate, or at the rear near the compressor
• Photograph or label wiring and transfer wires one at a time to the matching terminals
• Mount securely, restore power, and confirm normal cooling/defrost operation