Freezer Switches

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Fix Number

FIX12728638

Manufacturer Part Number

W11384469

Door switch turns the light off when you close the door.

Fix Number

FIX8758429

Manufacturer Part Number

WR23X10725

The light switch in your refrigerator is used to turn the light on and off when the fridge door opens or closes. This is considered a closed switch, which means that when the fridge door depresses the button there is no continuity and the light turns off. When the fridge door opens and the button is released, there is continuity, and the light turns on. If the light in your fridge is not burned out but will not come on, the switch may need to be replaced. This genuine OEM replacement light switch is spring loaded and made of a white plastic. This is an easy repair that will require a flat blade screwdriver and a pair of needle nose pliers to complete the job. Since you will be working with electrical components, please be sure to disconnect the power supply to your fridge before beginning this repair.

Fix Number

FIX2333670

Manufacturer Part Number

5304464438

This part is attached to the compressor. It helps the compressor kick on and off while maintaining a constant temperature to keep things frozen in your freezer.

Fix Number

FIX3529268

Manufacturer Part Number

6600JB1010A

If the light inside your fridge is not coming on, or if it is staying on continuously, there may be an issue with your door switch. When the door to your fridge is closed, the button on the switch is pressed down, which breaks the circuit and turns the lightbulb off. When the door opens and the button is released, the circuit is connected, and the light comes on. If you are unsure if the issue is with the door switch, or if your lightbulb has burned out, you can test the switch for continuity with a multimeter. If necessary, replacing the door switch is a simple repair, but please be sure to disconnect the power supply to your refrigerator before beginning any electrical repairs. This genuine OEM part is white in color and measures approximately 2.5 inches long.

Fix Number

FIX427069

Manufacturer Part Number

216822900

This part turns the light on/off as the door opens and closes.

Fix Number

FIX8746522

Manufacturer Part Number

W10613606

This includes both the run capacitor and the start relay. The capacitor helps the compressor kick on and off while maintaining a constant temperature to keep things frozen in your freezer. The start relay boosts the compressor, and then shuts off as soon as the motor gets up to speed and the overload provides extra protection against excessive temperatures.

Fix Number

FIX8689661

Manufacturer Part Number

5304491941

Compressor start relay kit is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part that fits some Kenmore, Frigidaire, Electrolux, Crosley, Gibson and White-Westinghouse refrigerators. It also fits some Kenmore, Frigidaire and Gibson upright freezers. Compressor start relay kit includes the compressor start relay, run capacitor, wire harness adapter, 2 wire terminals, 2 wire connectors, 2 pieces of wire connection shrink tubing, the wire retaining clip and kit instructions sheet. Clarification of instructions: Kit 5304491941 now uses a wire harness with white wires; attach the red compressor power wire to the wire harness adapter's white wire that plugs into the start device terminal at the outside edge of the start device. Replaces original refrigerator and freezer compressor start relay part numbers 216649316, 218721119, 241524601, 241524605 and 5304468029. Fits some refrigerators in the following series: Kenmore and Kenmore Elite 253; Frigidaire FRS, FRT, FRX, FSC, GLH, GLR, GS2, NGS, PHS, PLH and PLRS; Electrolux E23; Crosley CRSE; Gibson GRS and GRT; and White-Westinghouse WRS and WRT. Also fits some upright freezers in these series: Kenmore 253; Frigidaire FFU; and Gibson GFU.

Fix Number

FIX2332280

Manufacturer Part Number

297243800

This is a switch for your refrigerator, but you may also know it as a door switch or a plunger light switch. This part turns your appliance light on and off as the door is opened and closed. If your current light does not turn on, it will need to be replaced. To make this repair you will need a Phillips head screwdriver, a putty knife, and a flat head screwdriver.

Fix Number

FIX12731378

Manufacturer Part Number

216954235

The start relay briefly kick starts the compressor, and then shuts off as soon as the motor gets up to speed.

Fix Number

FIX3529283

Manufacturer Part Number

6600JB3007E

This is a genuine replacement switch. It is a push button style switch that is designed for use in your refrigerator. When the door of your appliance is opened the switch is released, and the light comes on. When you close the door the switch is pressed in, and the light turns off. You may need a putty knife to remove your old switch.