The Switch Light is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. It is designed to activate the refrigerator’s interior light when the door is opened and turn it off when the door is closed. This ensures visibility inside the refrigerator, making it easy to locate items even in low-light conditions.
Over time, the switch light can become faulty due to wear and tear, exposure to moisture, or repeated use. These factors can cause the switch to malfunction or become unresponsive.
Symptoms of a bad switch light include:
- The refrigerator light not turning on when the door is opened
- The light staying on even when the door is closed
- Flickering or dimming of the interior light
- No response from the light switch when the door is opened or closed
This GE replacement part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.
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