Gsl251frfbs Parts

This solenoid saddle is a small mounting bracket that secures a refrigerator solenoid in the correct position. By preventing movement and misalignment, it helps the linked mechanism engage smoothly and consistently.

• Secures the solenoid to its housing or frame to prevent shifting
• Maintains proper alignment for reliable actuation
• A worn or broken saddle can cause buzzing/chattering and intermittent operation
• Restores stable mounting to help the connected mechanism work correctly

• Disconnect power; shut off water supply if working near water lines
• Access the solenoid assembly and note the original saddle's orientation
• Transfer the solenoid into the new saddle and reuse existing fasteners/clips
• Smooth operation before reassembling panels

Specs: 8-18 AB IHW 5/8 S

This encoder board assembly interprets user input from the range/oven control console and sends the correct signals to the appliance control system, restoring reliable button/knob response and control selection behavior. What it does:

• Converts knob/button movements into electronic signals the main control can read
• Helps ensure accurate selection of temperature, modes and timers
• Common symptom: controls are unresponsive or selections don't register
• Common symptom: erratic or intermittent control behavior when using the console

• Disconnect power at the breaker before starting any work
• Handle the board carefully and avoid static discharge; ground yourself or use an anti-static strap
• Keep track of screws and mounting hardware; label harnesses or take photos before disconnecting
• Reconnect harnesses fully and test function before reassembling the console

This 10-18 Hi/Lo hex-washer screw is a direct-use replacement fastener for appliance panels, brackets and components. It restores secure mounting and helps stop loose trim, rattling or parts that shift during use. What it does:

• Secures panels, trim pieces, mounting brackets and similar components that use a 10-18 thread with a hex-washer head
• Restores proper fit where screws are missing, stripped, or corroded
• Helps eliminate rattling, vibration noise, and misaligned parts caused by loose fasteners
• Matches OEM head and thread style for a correct mechanical fit in specified locations

• Turn power or gas to the appliance off before working on electrical or gas-equipped units; unplug when applicable
• Use the correct sized hex driver or socket to avoid rounding the head
• Tighten until snug—do not overtighten to avoid stripping threads or damaging thin sheet metal
• If replacing multiple fasteners in a load-bearing area, replace all to ensure even fit and alignment

This replacement knob fits the temperature control on the refrigerator's chill/deli/snack pan. It restores your ability to adjust airflow to the drawer so you can set the pan to a colder or warmer setting when the original knob is broken or missing. What it does:

• Attaches to the chill/deli pan temperature control to regulate cold-air flow into the drawer
• Restores user control of the drawer's colder/warmer setting
• Typical symptoms include a cracked or missing knob, a knob that won't stay on, or slipping/stripped engagement
• May help if the drawer setting can't be adjusted because the knob is damaged

• 1 control knob

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove the deli/snack pan for access to the control shaft
• Align the knob with the shaft and press on firmly until fully seated
• Reinstall the pan and restore power; verify the control turns smoothly

This condenser fan mounting bracket secures the condenser fan motor and blade in the correct position to move air across the coils. Replacing a cracked or bent bracket restores stable mounting, reduces vibration, and helps maintain proper condenser airflow.

• Holds the condenser fan motor/blade assembly in alignment for proper airflow through the condenser
• Maintains clearance to prevent the fan blade from rubbing or contacting nearby components
• Helps reduce rattling, vibration, or scraping noises from the rear of the refrigerator
• Damage or misalignment can contribute to restricted condenser airflow and warmer temperatures

• Disconnect power and pull the refrigerator away from the wall to access the rear service area
• Remove the rear lower access panel; note wiring and hardware locations
• Support the fan motor/blade while removing the old bracket; transfer motor, blade, grommets, and screws to the new bracket
• The fan spins freely with proper clearance and correct airflow direction before reassembly

This auger helix is the spiral ice-moving component used in refrigerator ice dispensers. It helps deliver ice from the bin to the dispenser chute so you get consistent ice flow when the dispenser motor turns. What it does:

• Transports ice from the bin toward the dispenser chute as the auger turns
• Helps clear and move jam-prone ice that can block the dispenser
• Used when ice does not advance or falls intermittently from the dispenser
• Works with the dispenser drive assembly to deliver cubed or crushed ice

• Disconnect power to the appliance before removing the ice bin or accessing the dispenser area
• Remove the ice bin and any loose ice; inspect for obstructions before installing the auger
• Align the auger on the drive coupling and seat it fully; avoid forcing parts to prevent damage
• After installation, restore power and test the dispenser with small amounts of ice to ensure proper operation

This light shield protects and directs the interior lamp in the refrigerator fresh-food compartment, keeping the bulb covered and preventing direct contact while improving light distribution for easier viewing. What it does:

• Covers the interior lamp to prevent bare-bulb contact and protect food from accidental breakage
• Helps diffuse and direct light for more even illumination inside the fresh-food compartment
• Replaces cracked, yellowed, or missing shields that cause glare or reduced light output
• Fits behind the fresh-food compartment light assembly to maintain proper lamp placement

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing to avoid electrical shock
• Remove the existing shield carefully; avoid forcing plastic clips to prevent breakage
• Align tabs/clips and snap the replacement shield into place until fully seated

This thaw heater is the evaporator defrost heating element that melts frost during the refrigerator's defrost cycle. Replacing a failed heater helps restore normal defrosting and reduce frost buildup that can restrict cooling. What it does:

• Heats the evaporator coil during the defrost cycle to melt accumulated ice
• Prevents excessive frost buildup that can block airflow and reduce cooling efficiency
• Common symptoms of a failing heater: heavy frost or ice on the evaporator/back wall, reduced cooling, or long compressor run times
• Works as part of the appliance's defrost system alongside the defrost thermostat and control

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Access typically requires removing interior panels and the evaporator cover; handle the evaporator and wiring carefully
• Inspect associated defrost components (thermostat, timer/control) if problems persist; replace only parts confirmed faulty

Size: 10-16 ab.

This SCR is a solid-state switching module that controls on/off power flow in select appliance circuits. Replacing a failed SCR helps stop intermittent operation and restores reliable switching for affected motors or heating elements. What it does:

• Regulates electrical switching in the control circuit to turn motors or heaters on and off.
• Used where a solid-state switch is required for smooth, repeatable control.
• Symptoms of a failing SCR: appliance won't start, runs intermittently, hums without operating, or a controlled circuit does not respond.
• Restores proper switching when the original SCR is shorted, open, or erratic.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning service; follow lockout/tagout procedures.
• Handle as an electronic component—avoid static discharge and protect the spade terminals from bending or contamination.
• Ensure correct orientation and secure mounting; reconnect wiring exactly as shown on the appliance wiring diagram.

This replacement screw secures refrigerator panels, brackets, and trim to help keep components aligned and quiet. It matches the specified #8-18 thread and 1-1/2 inch length used at designated mounting points.

• Fastens panels, brackets, covers, and hardware as designed by the manufacturer
• Restores a missing or damaged fastener to keep parts secure and aligned
• Correct #8-18 tapping thread and 1-1/2 in. length for specified locations

• Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power before servicing
• Wear cut-resistant gloves to protect from sharp edges
• Start the screw by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Reuse any model-specific washers or clips originally installed on your unit

8-18 CA HX 1/2 S

This dial installs on the refrigerator chill/pan control to let you set the compartment temperature. Replacing a broken or loose dial restores proper control and makes adjusting the chill drawer quick and reliable. What it does:

• Rotates on the chill/pan control shaft to change the compartment temperature setting.
• Replaces worn, cracked, or missing dials that are hard to turn or don't stay set.
• Helps address inconsistent deli/drawer temperatures when the control dial fails.
• Matches the original OEM shape for correct fit and alignment on the control shaft.

• Always unplug the appliance or shut power to the refrigerator before servicing.
• Remove the drawer/pan or access panel as needed to reach the control shaft.
• Pull the old dial straight off the shaft and press the new dial onto the shaft until fully seated; avoid forcing at an angle.
• After installation, restore power and verify the dial turns smoothly and adjusts the compartment temperature setting.

Color: white. Measures about 17 inches wide by 1 inch deep.