Gs23qsta Parts

This defrost heater kit restores the automatic defrost cycle by melting frost from the freezer's evaporator coils. Replacing a failed heater helps clear ice buildup, restore airflow, and stabilize temperatures for reliable cooling performance.

• Heats the evaporator during defrost to remove frost and ice
• Helps maintain proper airflow through the coils for consistent cooling
• Common symptoms of a failed heater: heavy frost on the back freezer wall, weak airflow, warming temps, or cooling that improves after a manual defrost
• Supports efficient operation by preventing ice from re-forming on the evaporator

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing; let any sharp parts or coils warm up to avoid damage
• Access the heater behind the freezer's rear panel; handle the element carefully to avoid damage
• Note wire routing and mounting before removal to match the original configuration
• Check the defrost thermostat and defrost control/timer for proper operation

This replacement screw secures refrigerator components such as brackets, trims, and covers. Replace missing or stripped hardware to keep parts tight and aligned, helping eliminate rattles and restoring a solid, reliable fit.

• Fastens interior or exterior components to the cabinet or doors
• Replaces missing, rusty, or stripped hardware
• Helps reduce vibration noises from loose parts
• Restores proper fit and alignment of panels, trims, or covers

• Disconnect power; turn off water supply if working near the dispenser or ice system
• Retain and reuse any original spacers or washers
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Replace one fastener at a time to maintain alignment

This refrigerator door closer restores smooth, positive door action. When worn, the door can click, bind, or swing open. Replacing it helps the door seal properly to maintain temperatures and limit frost or moisture.

• Provides cam action at the bottom hinge for smooth opening and a positive close
• Helps pull the door shut during the last inches of travel to maintain gasket contact
• Typical wear symptoms: popping/clicking at the lower hinge, door that won't stay closed, or poor sealing
• Visual clues include flat spots, grooves, or cracks on the cam surface

• Disconnect power and remove items from the door for safety and to reduce weight
• Lift the door off the bottom hinge; transfer/install the closer in the same orientation as the original
• Reassemble, then verify the door self-closes and the gasket seals evenly
• Use care not to pinch or distort the door gasket during reinstallation

The defrost drain pan collects water that melts off the evaporator during automatic defrost and holds it near the warm compressor so it can evaporate. Replacing a damaged pan helps prevent leaks, puddles, and odors around the base of the refrigerator.

• Collects defrost water routed from the evaporator drain
• Positions water in warm airflow near the compressor for evaporation
• Replace if the pan is cracked, warped, missing, or leaking
• Symptoms can include water on the floor, moisture under the unit, or musty odors

• Unplug the refrigerator; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Pull the unit forward and remove the lower rear access panel to reach the pan near the compressor
• Lift out the old pan; transfer any reusable clips/brackets; seat the new pan under the drain tube and ensure it's level and clear of moving parts
• Reinstall the panel, restore power, and check for proper drainage and evaporation

This auger motor powers the ice dispenser, rotating the ice-bin auger to feed cubes or crushed ice to the door chute. A failed motor stops dispensing, leaving ice in the bucket when the paddle or lever is pressed.

• Drives the auger that moves ice from the bin to the dispenser chute
• Restores dispensing when the original motor is seized or burned out
• Common symptoms: no ice through the door, auger doesn't turn, motor only hums or clicks
• Note: Won't resolve issues from a jammed auger, frozen ice bucket, or broken drive parts

• Disconnect power before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Remove the ice bin to access the motor area as designed on your model
• Note wire orientation; transfer any reusable brackets or hardware from the original motor
• Align the drive interface and secure; test both cube and crush functions before reassembly

This is the drive gear for the ice maker module. It transfers motor power to the ejector/harvest mechanism so cubes release consistently; worn or stripped teeth can cause clicking, stalls, or little to no ice production.

• Transfers motor torque to rotate the ejector and complete the harvest cycle
• Replaces a cracked, stripped, or worn gear that prevents proper ice ejection
• Typical symptoms: no ice production, icemaker stuck mid-cycle, clicking or grinding from the module
• Helps restore reliable ice maker cycling

• Unplug the refrigerator before service; turn off the water supply if moving the icemaker
• Remove the icemaker assembly for access; note the original gear's orientation before removal
• Align the new gear with the shaft; do not force it—inspect mating parts for wear
• After reassembly, verify the ejector turns freely; restore power and run a test cycle

This ice crusher blade (#2) mounts in the freezer's ice bucket assembly. It helps break up cubes for the Crushed Ice setting and can restore smooth dispensing when the original blade becomes bent, dull, or broken.

• Mounts inside the ice bucket crusher to slice/crush cubes when Crushed Ice is selected
• Helps maintain consistent ice flow and size through the dispenser
• Wear or damage may lead to no crushed ice, only whole cubes dispensing, jamming, or grinding noises
• Visible bending, dull edges, or a missing blade are common failure signs

• Disconnect power and remove the ice bin from the freezer
• Disassemble the crusher housing to access the blades; note the order/orientation of blade #1 and blade #2 before removal
• Wear cut-resistant gloves—edges are sharp
• Reassemble in the same order, tighten fasteners, reinstall the bin, and test the dispenser

This clip mounts to the refrigerator liner and secures the crisper cover/slide rail so the drawer stays supported and glides properly. Replace a broken or missing clip to restore alignment and smooth operation of the crisper.

• Holds the crisper cover/slide rail firmly against the cabinet liner
• Supports the crisper drawer to prevent sagging or tilt
• Helps restore smooth opening and closing of the crisper drawer
• Common symptoms of failure: loose rail, drawer off-track, difficulty sliding, or a cracked/missing clip

• Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power before servicing
• Remove the crisper drawer and cover/glass to access the clip
• Release the old clip (snap tabs or screw), align and secure the new clip; reuse the original fastener if your model uses one
• Reinstall the cover and drawer; the drawer slides freely

This genuine OEM part is a temperature control thermostat for refrigerators. The temperature control thermostat is the part that regulates and adjusts the temperature settings of the refrigerator. If the refrigerator is no longer maintaining the desired temperature settings, not cooling, or otherwise not operating properly, it will need to be replaced. To replace this part, make sure the refrigerator is unplugged. After unplugging, proceed to open the refrigerator door and remove all the interior shelving. Once removed, proceed to unmount the screws that hold the interior panels in place. Once loosened, remove the panels to access the temperature control thermostat. After locating the part, unthread the mounting screws that secure the thermostat to its housing. After unthreading, pull the old thermostat out and remove the wire harness that it is attached to. Replace it with the new thermostat and proceed to reinstall the interior panels of the refrigerator. This replacement part is sold individually and is compatible with Frigidaire, Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, and Westinghouse brand refrigerators.

This ice enclosure is the molded housing for the refrigerator's ice compartment. It supports and protects the ice dispensing components and guides ice into the chute or bin, helping maintain proper alignment and smooth dispensing. What it does:

• Provides structural support for the ice bucket/auger and related dispenser components
• Helps guide ice from the compartment into the chute/bin to reduce spills and jams
• Aids in maintaining alignment and a consistent cold zone around the ice area
• Typical symptoms of failure: cracked/broken housing, ice bin won't seat securely, ice jams or intermittent dispensing, frost/ice buildup in the ice compartment

• One ice enclosure

• Disconnect power; remove the ice bin before service
• Note screw locations; detach the old enclosure and any connected clips or wiring
• Transfer any brackets or hardware from the original enclosure; reuse existing fasteners
• Mount the new enclosure without overtightening; restore power and verify normal dispensing

This limit switch monitors a set condition and opens or closes its contacts when that limit is reached. Replacing a failed switch restores proper safety cutoff and consistent operation of the appliance's heating or movement system. What it does:

• Senses a limit condition at its mounting point (such as temperature or travel/position, depending on model)
• Changes state at a defined threshold to protect components and wiring
• Interrupts power to heat or motor circuits, or signals a control to respond
• Common failure signs: no heat or shuts down early, runs continuously, won't start, or intermittent operation

• 1 limit switch

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Note wire positions; transfer connectors one at a time or take a photo for reference
• Reinstall in the original orientation so the actuator or sensing surface contacts the correct area
• Address root causes (blocked airflow, binding mechanisms, shorted components) to prevent repeat failures

This replacement glass insert fits into the crisper cover frame to create a sturdy, easy to clean surface above your produce drawers. Replace a cracked or missing insert to restore safe storage and proper drawer support.

• Sits in the crisper cover frame to support items above the drawers
• Helps contain spills to protect the drawers below
• Maintains correct spacing so crisper drawers open and close smoothly
• Replace when the original glass is cracked, chipped, shattered, or missing

• Unload the shelf and remove the crisper drawers
• Lift out the crisper cover frame and place it on a flat surface
• Remove the damaged glass and set the new insert into the frame recess without forcing
• Reinstall the cover and drawers; wear cut-resistant gloves and handle glass carefully

This speed clip is a small retainer that slides over a panel edge to provide a captive thread for a screw. Replacing a worn or missing clip restores a tight, rattle-free hold on the attached component. What it does:

• Slides over a panel or bracket to create a captive thread for a mounting screw
• Maintains tension to resist vibration and loosening
• Helps when a screw spins or won't tighten due to a missing retainer
• Addresses loose, rattling, or misaligned panels or trim

• 1 speed clip

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off water before servicing
• Note the original clip's location and orientation for correct fit
• Fully seat the clip on the edge; start the screw by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Do not overtighten; ensure the component is secure and noise-free

This small insert slides into the end of plastic water tubing to reinforce it for a compression-style connection. It helps create a secure, leak-resistant seal at valves and couplings on appliance water lines.

• Supports the tubing wall so the ferrule and compression nut can tighten without collapsing the tube
• Helps prevent drips or seepage at the connection point
• Useful when the tubing end is cracked, deformed, or won't hold a tight seal
• Common symptoms include leaks at a fitting, a connection that won't stay tight, or restricted flow from a pinched tube end

• Shut off the water supply and disconnect power before servicing
• Cut the tubing square; remove any damaged section and deburr the edge
• Slide the compression nut and ferrule onto the tube, fully seat the insert, then assemble the fitting—do not overtighten
• Restore water and check all connections for leaks

This ice crusher blade (#3) fits inside the refrigerator's ice bin crusher stack. It helps break cubes into crushed ice when selected, restoring smooth, consistent crushed-ice dispensing if the original blade is bent, dull, or missing. What it does:

• Works within the ice bin's crusher assembly to fracture cubes into crushed ice
• Engages with the auger and spacers as part of the blade stack
• Worn or damaged blades can lead to only cubes dispensing, weak crushing, jams, or scraping noises
• Visible bending, chips, or rust are common signs it needs replacement

• One crusher blade (#3)

• Disconnect power and remove the ice bin before service
• Empty the bin and carefully disassemble the crusher stack; note the exact order and orientation of blades, spacers, and washers
• Wear cut-resistant gloves—blade edges are sharp
• Reassemble in the same sequence and verify the assembly turns freely before reinstalling the bin and restoring power

This refrigerator replacement icemaker includes the cover, fill cup, bail arm and a four pin plug harness.