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Customer Questions and Answers for Defrost Thermostat by Ge

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By: Ge
Part Number: OEM6213861
Manufacturer Part Number: WR50X10006

This defrost thermostat monitors evaporator temperature and controls power to the defrost heater, helping prevent frost buildup and overheating. Replacing a failed thermostat restores proper automatic defrosting and more consistent refrigerator temperatures. What it does:

  • Monitors evaporator-coil temperature to control the defrost heater circuit
  • Terminates the defrost cycle when the coil warms to a safe temperature
  • Failure can cause heavy frost behind the freezer panel and poor cooling
  • May lead to longer-than-normal run times or a heater that won't energize
What's included:
  • 1 defrost thermostat
Install notes:
  • Disconnect power before servicing; access is typically behind the freezer's rear panel
  • Note wiring; transfer any existing mounting clip and clamp firmly to the same evaporator tube location
  • Avoid damaging fins or refrigerant tubing; route wires clear of the fan and heater
  • Thermostat must be cold to read closed continuity during testing
Also known as: defrost limit, defrost terminator, bi-metal thermostat.

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For Ge Defrost Thermostat (Part Number: OEM6213861)

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Nathan, To be able to assist with locating the correct defrost thermostat, we will need to have the refrigerator model number.

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Michael, You didn't mention a problem in the refrigerator, so you'll want to check and make sure the both doors are closing and sealing properly. Since the fan" fans (spin freely)" and there is no ice on the evaporator coil, the defrost thermostat or timer aren't a likely issue either. you'll want to check the freezer air tunnel and air control actuator to make sure the actuator hasn't broken or come loose from the control shaft and knob. Then consider the cold control, it may have intermittent contacts and not supplying the power to the cooling system, but you should notice the refrigerator getting warm as well.

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Claire, The defrost thermostat is part number WR50X10108, the sensor is WR55X10025 then the most likely cause if these check ok then the main control board would be the problem with the unit.

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