1 Answer Hugh, if the evaporator is blocked up with ice, the defrost thermostat would need to be tested for continuity when the power supply cord is unplugged. If it does not have continuity, it has failed and would need to be replaced. If it does have continuity, the defrost heaters would need to be tested for resistance. If they do not have resistance, or reads infinite, the heater in question would need to be replaced. If the heaters do have resistance, the defrost timer would be the cause of failure. Read More...
Rachia August 16, 2023 for Model Number E32AR75FPS4 Coils coated in thick layer of ice. When manually defrosted the fridge runs normally, but it comes right back. How do I determine between the heater, thermostat or timer?
1 Answer Rachia, with the power supply turned off and the evaporator frozen up, the defrost thermostat 216731001 should have continuity and the heater 216730700 should measure 24 Ohms of resistance. If these things test good, the failure would be in the control 297334200. Read More...
Jimmy April 04, 2023 for Model Number 253.44723100 Fridge will not cool below 50 degrees. The condenser coils are clean, the condenser fan runs, the compressor runs and the evaporator fan runs. There is a light coating of frost on the top of the evaporator and about 1/4-inch of frost build-up on the tube at the upper left of the evaporator. What is your opinion? Is it possible that the fridge is stuck in the defrost mode and, if so, what would cause this?
1 Answer Jimmy, Thanks for the question!!! If stuck in defrost you would not have fans running or any cooling. It appears to be a sealed system issue as all components are running. You will need to contact an EPA-certified Technician. Read More...
Loretta Tackett January 28, 2021 for Model Number FGHB2844LF6 Ice maker want switch from crush to cube. What could be the problem?
1 Answer Loretta T, Based on the information provided it sounds like the solenoid is not pulling the lever on the dispenser bucket to open it for the cubes to fall around the crusher. Check the lever and the solenoid. Read More...