Parts for Frigidaire CAHWE12ERA: 03 - Recommended Spare Parts

This air filter screens the air moving through your appliance's ventilation system, capturing odors and fine particles. Replacing a clogged or damaged filter helps maintain proper airflow so the unit vents and circulates air as designed. What it does:

• Captures odors and airborne particles as air passes through the unit
• Helps maintain proper airflow/venting performance
• Reduces debris buildup on internal components
• Common signs it's due: persistent odors, reduced airflow/venting, a visibly dirty or damaged filter

• 1 air filter

• Disconnect power and allow hot surfaces to cool before servicing
• Open the filter access panel or grille and note the filter's orientation
• Remove the old filter; seat the new filter fully and close the cover
• Restore power and verify proper airflow

This fastener kit supplies the assorted screws and clips used to secure panels and components on compatible Frigidaire appliances, helping restore proper fit and stop loose or rattling parts. Ideal for repairs where original mounting hardware is missing or damaged. What it does:

• Replaces worn, missing or damaged mounting hardware so panels, brackets and trim stay secure
• Helps eliminate vibration noise and loose-fitting parts that cause rattling
• Restores correct alignment for doors, panels or internal assemblies that use small fasteners
• Provides the specific fasteners needed for the factory-replacement process

• Basic hand tools (screwdrivers, nut drivers) are typically required; refer to your model's service manual for exact fastener locations and torque
• Turn off power and disconnect the appliance before starting any repair to avoid shock or injury
• Handle small parts carefully and keep them away from children and pets

This evaporator coil removes heat from the freezer compartment so the refrigerator can maintain cold temperatures. Replacing a damaged or frozen evaporator restores proper cooling and helps prevent ice buildup. What it does:

• Circulates refrigerant and absorbs heat from the freezer compartment
• Supports normal defrost cycles when paired with the defrost system
• Commonly associated with symptoms like insufficient cooling, excessive freezer frost, or long run times
• Works with the compressor and expansion device to complete the refrigeration cycle

• Installation typically requires emptying the freezer, unplugging the appliance, and recovering refrigerant per local regulations
• Handle the coil carefully to avoid bending fins or damaging tubing
• Follow OEM service instructions for brazing/welding, vacuuming, and charging the system; HVAC/refrigeration service is recommended for sealed-system work
• Wear gloves and eye protection; disconnect power before beginning work

This capacitor supplies the temporary electrical boost motor compressors need to start and run smoothly. Replacing a failed capacitor can restore reliable startup and help the refrigerator maintain proper cooling performance. What it does:

• Provides a momentary voltage boost to the compressor motor during startup
• Helps the compressor run more efficiently and prevents hard-starting
• Commonly linked to symptoms like a humming compressor, repeated clicking, or no-start condition
• Prevents excessive stress on start relays and other starting components when functioning properly

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any work
• Capacitors can hold charge—discharge safely with insulated tools
• Handle terminals carefully and match polarity/terminals to the original part

This replacement power cord connects your range or oven to the household electrical outlet, restoring safe, reliable power and helping the appliance run normally. Designed to match OEM fit and function where specified. What it does:

• Supplies main electrical power to the range/oven so burners, oven and controls can operate.
• Replaces frayed, cut or heat-damaged cords that can cause intermittent power or visible damage.
• Helps resolve symptoms such as the appliance not powering on, tripped breakers when plugged in, or visible cord damage.
• Restores a secure cord connection when the original cord or strain relief is loose or worn.

• One replacement power cord.

• Always disconnect power at the breaker before inspecting or replacing the cord.
• Route the cord and secure the strain relief per the appliance's installation instructions.
• Tighten terminal connections firmly and confirm no bare wires are exposed.