Katie December 04, 2016 for Model Number FFU17FC4AW0 Lady in distress. Awful smell in the garage where the freezer is; heard sizzle noise every so often. Laid with a flashlight and watched for awhile. It appears that the issue is with part 216649318. When (compressor?) kicks on, there is smoke coming from around the wires where they enter the part (white wire for sure, but maybe both). There appears to be some melted plastic at the top of the part, just below the wire brace. What all do I need to replace? Never had to mess with a freezer before. Of course, freezer is completely full. :(
Joe B June 10, 2015 for Model Number 253.22411101 In the reference information for part # 5304491584 it states it is a replacement for part # 216649313; however, it looks nothing like it. Can you confirm the accuracy of the information?
1 Answer Hello Joe. Yes, 5304491584 is the replacement for 216649313 according to the manufacturer. Read More...
Adiyer March 14, 2015 for Model Number Part # AP5690408 (or 5304491584) I got smoke from the Compressor Controller (216649313), when removing it there is a burn/melt spot on the bottom of it. So I ordered Part # AP5690408 (or 5304491584) to replace it, although it looks different. My wires are Yellow and White coming from the freezer and I do not know which wire should go to which terminal on the new controller. The new controller does not have any label for N or L like in the old part, it's impossible to tell which terminal is which. There's a big green dot on the side of the new controller but I am not sure what that means. Please help.
1 Answer Hello ADIYer, The hot wire will connect to the connection furthest from the edge of the device, (closer to the center). The neutral connects the connection beside the edge. We can provide better instructions when the model number from the units' I.D. tag are provided. This enables us to pull wiring diagrams and part number for your convenience. Read More...
Handy A. March 13, 2015 for Model Number 5304491584 The new part that I ordered #5304491584 does not have any label L or N on the terminals. But I see a Green dot stick to the side. How do I know which terminal is Neutral, which one is for hot wire ?
1 Answer Hello Handy, The terminal closest to the edge is the neutral connection so the wire that reads voltage on it when plugged in and turned on will connect to the terminal furthest from the edge. Read More...
Stefan December 01, 2014 for Model Number FFU14M2AW0 Hello, Smoke arises from the Compressor Controller (216649313), when removing it there is a burn/melt spot on the bottom of it. It appears as if your Part # AP5690408 would be the proper replacement, although it looks different. Would it be possible to see/get a copy of the instructions that come with it as I'd like to see if replacing it would be something we are capable of doing please? Also, is it required to also replace the capacitor that sits on the controller? Thank you, Stefan
1 Answer Stefan, Unfortunately we do not have the instructions for the part available. This is not a difficult repair and you should be able to do it. The instructions are basically that you would cut the original wires and connect the new harness to adapt the new relay. One thing that you will want to keep in mind, on the new relay there is a N and a L stamped by the terminals. Connect the new harness then look at the stamping and the wire that is connected to N will be your neutral. Based on the wiring diagram this wire that will connect to the Neutral will be white and the wire that will connect to L (Which is Line power) will be blue. Read More...
Sergio October 28, 2013 for Model Number FFC13C3AWO Hi I wrote earlier about my freezer. So the compressor is getting power and is hot to the touch. I took a temperature reading inside the freezer and it was 20 degrees Fahrenheit. But all our food was soft and thawed. So what do you think could be the problem. Thanks for your help again.
1 Answer Sergio, You will want to check to see if there is frost on the evaporator coils. If there is impacted frost on the coils then the unit has a defrost system failure and you will want to you will need to test the defrost heater and the defrost thermostat. They should read closed for continuity when cold. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. I will include a link at the end to assist you how to use the multi-meter if needed. If both parts are good, you will need to replace the defrost timer. Once the problem is repaired, you will need to thaw out the ice on the coils before the unit will operate properly. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Sergio October 28, 2013 for Model Number FFC13C3AWO Hi my freezer is not cooling and the setting is on the highest number? The compressor is hot to the touch. When I turn the dial from off to on nothing happens, no click. Do you know which part I need to fix it? Thanks for the help.
1 Answer Hello Sergio. You will need to check and see if the compressor is running. If not and there is power to it, either the start relay is bad or the compressor is bad. Here is a link to our Repair Forum, this is a free service to our customers. Use this link to access the repair for your question. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/refrigerator-freezer-repair/193358-freezer-fridge-not-cooling.html Read More...
Jacqueline July 17, 2013 for Model Number FFU17FC4AW2 The part I ordered came today!The controller Kit looks nothing like it does in your diagram! Can you explain how this is suppose hook to the wires I have? Where is the heat shrink tubing?
1 Answer Jacqueline, There should be 2 terminals listed on the controller 1 will be listed with a L next to it which will take the Yellow wire and the one with the N is the white wire. It is not necessary to use heat shrink on this part and you can just connect with butt connectors or use wire nuts. Read More...
Hinkk45 May 31, 2013 for Model Number FRIGIDAIRE FREEZER/MO#FFU20FC6AW4 The freezer door was left open for awhile. Now it will not freeze. It just puts out warm air. The compressor is real hot and not kicking on. What is the problem?
1 Answer Hinkk45, Based on the information, it sounds like the start relay 5304491584 on the compressor may be faulty. This would cause the compressor to continuously try to start but unable to and the compressor will be hot. Read More...
Jim August 28, 2012 for Model Number FFU17FC4CWO Compressor is hot but not running. Is the controller the most likely problem?
1 Answer Hello Jim. Here is a link to our Repair Forum, this is a free service to our customers. Use this link to access the repair for your question. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/refrigerator-freezer-repair/193358-freezer-fridge-not-cooling.html Read More...