FRIGIDAIRE LFHG2251TF Freezing Up Not Cooling
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Defrost Thermostat (Bi-Metal)
This component acts as a temperature-sensitive switch that enables the defrost heater. If the internal contacts fail to close when the evaporator reaches sub-freezing temperatures, the heater will never energize. This leads to an uncontrolled ice build-up that chokes the airflow required to cool the refrigerator cabin.
SKU: 5303918214
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Evaporator Defrost Heater
The heater is a resistive element designed to radiate heat directly onto the evaporator fins to melt frost. Over time, the internal filament can break due to thermal expansion and contraction cycles. If the heater is open-circuit, the ice will accumulate until it completely encapsulates the evaporator, preventing any thermal exchange.
SKU: 242044113
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Main Power Control Board
The control board serves as the 'timer' for the defrost cycle, using algorithms to determine when to pause the compressor and engage the heater. A relay failure on the board or a software glitch in the defrost logic can result in the unit skipping its defrost cycles entirely, causing the symptom of a frozen evaporator and high internal temperatures.
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Defrost Thermostat (Bi-Metal).
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