Marc B April 16, 2014 for Model Number GB2FHDXWS03 Had a problem 4 months ago with the coil freezing solid. Opened the back of the Freezer Compartment and did a resistance check on the defrost heater and it checked out to be OK. I then replaced the Defrost switch and the unit ran fine for 4 months. It frosted up again so I opened it up and the heater checked out OK. Is there something other than the defrost switch that activates the defrost heater?? (eg defrost timer or control board).
1 Answer Marc, This unit does have a control board that will send the unit into a defrost. The part number for the board is WPW10503278. Read More...
Jim March 25, 2014 for Model Number GX5FHDXVQ01 What is the difference between board part number AP5657149 and AP5656409?
1 Answer Jim, from the images the boards are of different sizes. Part number AP5657149 also is now a kit with the control module and the control board. According to the model number given, you'll need to order part number WPW10503278 to ensure a correct fit and proper function. Thanks! Read More...
Brad K March 19, 2014 for Model Number mff2258vem4 Recently ordered new control board, part #W10503278(AP5656409). Did not come with install instructions. Can you email me a copy.
1 Answer Brad, There are not instructions for installation available to send but in order to get this part out you will need to first remove the light lens by grabbing at the back and pulling toward the back wall. Once you have the light lens off you will look at the back of the control assembly where you will see a hole on either side. Using a flat blade screwdriver you will put the screwdriver into the hole and push the clip until the control drops on that side then do the same on the other. Once they are both free you will pull at the back of the control assembly and roll it forward. You can then remove the part and reinstall the new one. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Glenn. Note: The Program Code is located on the Serial Plate on this unit after the word Code. 1. Open the Fresh Food door and hold the Fresh Food door light switch closed while pushing the Freezer Temperature Down Key pad 3 times consecutively. Note: The 3 Keystrokes must be done consecutively and within 10seconds. 2. Release the Fresh Food door light switch. 3. The control will display PE to confirm entry into the programming mode. Freezer Refrigerator P E 4. Entry is confirmed by pressing the Freezer Down key once more. Note: All control functions will be turned off (Compressor, Defrost, Evaporator Fan, the damper will remain in its current position) 5. The control will display the current Program Code. This value should be validated with the Program Code printed on the unit serial plate. 2 Freezer Refrigerator5 Note: If the Program Code is correct, the Programming Mode is exited by closing the Refrigerator door(s). 6. To set the desired Program Code number press the Freezer and Refrigerator UP keys. The corresponding digit will be advanced with each key press. 7. Once the desired Program Code is displayed, press the Freezer DOWN Key until the Program Code begins flashing indicating it has been saved. Note: If you attempt to enter an invalid Program Code the control will not save the new code, but will flash the old code and this will be displayed. (The unit will NOT run with a Program Code of 00). 8. Once the Program Code has been saved the Programming Mode is exited by closing the Refrigerator door(s). If the new code is incorrect this process should be repeated after closing the Refrigerator door(s). Read More...
Tom H March 14, 2014 for Model Number Maytag MFF2258VAE2 I have the same ice dam problem as described by Ming (Jenn Air refrigerator Model/Serial JFC2087HRS/10208490EX) but I do not have the fan issue. The refrigerator seems to be working fine otherwise. I first noticed this problem 3 months ago when the refrigerator compartment would not cool to the proper temperature while the freezer still worked fine. I had a repair service in to fix the problem and they noticed the ice build up in the rear of the freezer compartment completely blocking the vent openings. There was also a frozen pool of water in the bottom the freezer. The repair person replaced the electronics controller board as he said this had probably been damaged in one of the many power blips I have in my area of NJ. It has been three months and the problem has returned. I had placed a power filter and control device on the refrigerator that keeps the power off to the refrigerator for 3 min. after a power blip. Is this most likely the electronics board again or is there some other possibility? Thank you! Tom
1 Answer Hello Tom. It sounds like you may have a defrost problem with the unit. Check and see if there is any frost build up on the evaporator coils in the freezer. If so, 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...
Sam February 11, 2014 for Model Number w10503278 I just ordered w10503278 and it did not come with programming instructions. Can you provide me with the instructions?
1 Answer Hello Same. We will need your model number to help you with this. Please call 1-877-477-7278 or post your model number with a new question on the parts page. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx Read More...
Takeshi January 23, 2014 for Model Number GX5SHDXVQ00 I received AP5656409 but it came in one piece and I cannot split into two for mounting. Will you tell me how to split the board? In my refrigerator, the unit is split and one of the piece for displaying number is turned upside down and they are separate by approximately 1/4 inch.
1 Answer Hello Takeshi, If you look at the new board, there is a perforated line that the board will snap along. None of these will mount without snapping it in two. These are shipped like this to prevent damage in transit. Read More...
Mindy January 15, 2014 for Model Number GB9SHDXPS01 SYMPTOMS (since October): - intermittent buzzing noise from compressor; gradually gets worse - 2 or 3 times freezer/fridge stopped cooling and got warm - 2 or 3 times freezer has frosted over behind panel (frost over coils) and had to be melted down TESTING/REPAIRS: - All diagnostics from the control panel buttons passed - defrost thermostat circuit result of "shorted" (closed) which apparently is a good thing? - Tested heating element with multimeter, still good - Melted the ice and replaced the defrost thermostat with a new one RESULTS: - Compressor still buzzing, incrementally worse - Freezer not frosting up behind panel yet, but freezer and fridge still very cold (or if compressor buzzes a lot and runs hot, they stop cooling) QUESTIONS: - Is this likely cause the defrost timer on the control (jazz) board, even though all the control diagnostics seem to pass? - Would the buzzing in the compressor be caused by this problem with the control not turning on/off the defrost cycle, or is it likely the compressor is going bad? Or both? Thank you!
1 Answer Hello Mindy. Based on the information you provided, the compressor is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Robert M January 15, 2014 for Model Number KBLS19KTSS01- S/N KW3002170 I have a kitchenaid refrigerator M/N KBLS19KTSS01 and it's been icing up on me . I have replaced the defrost heater & defrost termination switch. The only item left is the defrost clock, my question is, is the defrost timer controlled by the main control module on this unit ? And if so, what is the part number ? Thank You for your help.