Ken October 09, 2012 for Model Number Amana TZ19QL The defrost drain freezes at the drain hole in the freezer section and then water leaks into the refrigerator. I suspect loose foam migrates to the drain hole and block drain and then it freezes. I have been able to pull a bit of foam from the drain hole from the back after thawing but it keeps re-freezing
1 Answer Hello Ken. You will need to use hot water and blow it through the pipe to clear any blockage inside the pipe. Read More...
Mickey August 21, 2012 for Model Number Amana BRD 18V 2S The first thermostat, WP10442411, I got from you tested 56K Ohms both cold and warm. The replacement tests 56K or 55K Ohms, (using three different meters), when warm, and 0 Ohms when cold. I expected that it should have tested "Open" rather than 56K Ohms, when warm. I need to know if this is correct, before I install it. By the way, the heater tests 34.7 Ohms, is this as it should be?
1 Answer Hello Mickey, The open resistance is a bit beside the point. You see, when it opens, it is doing so because the evaporator compartment has reached 50°F or so and if the heater didn't cool down at this point, food would defrost and cause spoilage. Many defrost thermostats open to a high resistance to prevent the water from the melting frost from freezing on its' way to the defrost drain. It should read 0O resistance when cold so the heater will receive full voltage for the defrost cycle to proceed normally. The heating element resistance is normal also. Read More...
Mat July 21, 2012 for Model Number 59669872990 how do you test/know that your defrost thermostat is good/bad...when i put a continuity meter across the two leads i get maximum deflection then trails off slowwly....tks
1 Answer Mat, There should be no " trails off slowly" it should have an either "open" or "closed" circuit. With the thermostat out of the unit, and at room temp, your meter should indicate an "open" circuit. If you put the assembly into a glass of ice water, wait a couple of minutes, then test it, it should have a "closed" circuit. If you have a "trailing off" scenario, you'd have to presume the thermostat is faulty. Thanks Read More...
David April 25, 2012 for Model Number DRBAW1210 Reference my earlier question: " Asked by David for Model DRB2101AW" My Amana bottom mount freezer. Actually I think you did answer my question. If I understand your response, I need to buy a new refrigerator/freezer?
1 Answer Hello David, Yes sir, unfortunately it will cost more to repair than it is worth as there are enough old parts on it that can fail that it is a much better investment to buy new than to fix the old one. The cost on this type repair can easily exceed $700.00 depending on the service company that completes the repair. You cannot legally repair a sealed system unless you hold a freon certification. Read More...
David April 25, 2012 for Model Number DRB2101AW My Amana bottom freezer has been cooling marginally for quite awhile, but now the freezer won't get below 26 degrees. There is no ice produced while the refrigerator compartment stays at about 40 degrees (no matter where the upper control knob is set). All fans are running up-to-speed, the compressor is running constantly with no clicking on and off. I removed the inside-back of the freezer compartment and found some ice (not alot) on the refrigerant line opposite to the one the defrost thermostat is clipped to. I'm not sure if that's normal. Also, I noted the defrost timer seems to work; I can turn the dial and force the system into a defrost cycle (at least it'll turn all fans, compressor, etc., off). I changed out the defrost thermostat, but that didn't help. I'm considering a new temp control part, but have my doubts about that being the issue. Could the unit simply be low on refrigerant? I'm at a loss. Thanks.
1 Answer Hello David, The ice you noticed in the evaporator area should not form like this. When the system is running normally, the frost will cover the coils almost evenly. When there's an ice ball it points to a loss of freon. Since you have to be freon certified to perform this type of repair legally, it is usually not a financially feasible repair. Be aware also that when a unit has lost freon, it is against the law to "shoot" more in it without finding and correcting the leak. Otherwise it's considered to be the same as releasing freon directly into the atmosphere. Read More...
Sara March 23, 2012 for Model Number 59679142992 Hi. Ordered this part (10442411) which is a substitute for a part no longer made, but the connector for the brown wire does not fit. Original is round, this is rectangular. Online chat said to cut off all wire connectors and speed nut together. Is this what you would recommend? Is it safe to use those around water? Or is there a manufactured part to connect between them?
1 Answer Hello Sara. It is best on the defrost thermostat WP10442411 replacement to use the barrel connectors TJMA02596-2. Hope this helps. Read More...
Pete July 22, 2011 for Model Number ARB2117BB Freezer is cold but the refrigerator is warm. Cleaned the coils, no change. I discovered ice built up on the back wall of freezer. Unplugded and defrosted. Refrigerator worked great, however, one week later the same problem. What part(s) should I examine or replace? Thanks.
1 Answer Pete, You'll need to remove the back wall of the freezer compartment and check the defrost heater and the defrost thermostat, mounted to the top of the evaporator WP10428409 and WP10442411 , the heater should be a "closed" circuit, under any circumstance, and the defrost thermostat should be a closed circuit under 40 dgrs.F. (a glass of ice wter works well) when testing with a multimeter. If these parts produce the proper reading, the problem would be in the defrost timer R0131577 located behind the lower kickplate / grille on the front bottom of the refrigerator. Here's some helpful information for meter usage, should you need it. [http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html] Thanks and Good Luck. Read More...
Rf June 02, 2011 What line do you attach the defrost thermostat. Is it the one with the wires coming out of it?
1 Answer Hello RF. The defrost thermostat WP10442411 attaches to the top of the evaporator on the large copper line. Hope this helps. Read More...
Mark March 28, 2011 for Model Number br22vw Hello, Frost build up on thermostat and coils. Is there a way to test? Timer seems to rotate okay. Fan assembly running fine. Lasts about 1 week before having to defrost again. Can I jump around the thermostat to test the heater? Thanks for your help.
1 Answer Hello Mark. You can test the heater and thermostat when they are cold. They should read closed for continuity. You can test these with a multi-meter MA-DM1. Hope this helps. Read More...
Guest February 28, 2011 Fridge fan runs steady, freezer not cold enough. Repair man replace a switch or thermostate behind white panel in back of fridge , repair cost $300 part was less than $30. Do you know what he replaced , could it be the same problem?
1 Answer Do you see any frost build up on the back wall of the freezer? If so you could have a defrost problem. Also check and make sure your fan is running inside the freezer. Read More...