FRT18B1BW0 Frigidaire Refrigerator - Instructions
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- Customer:
- Henry D from PETERSTOWN, WV
- Parts Used:
- 215846602
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers
sometimes it would go into defrost and would not go back to cooling.
I called the repairman who diagnosed the problem as a thermostat then had to order a thermostat took about 2 weeks to get back and install (cost little over $100). did good for about two weeks and same problem reoccured. I decided it was defrost timer and ordered from this site for $19.95 including shipping. I got on ( you tube ) and got instructions(recommend you tube) for DIY install about 15 to 20 minutes. Has been running great for about 3 weeks. ( YOU TUBE IS GREAT FOR A DIY REPAIR ON ABOUT ANYTHING)
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refer door hinges were lost during the move in to our first home.
The center door hinge was still attached to the refridgerator so I only had to install the bottom and top hinges. I also moved the door handles to the other side so the doors open the "right" way. The hinges were just 2 bolts and 3 screws. Now, just if the repair man from our home warrentee company would show up to fix the refridgerator. It's blowing hot air!!!
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- Customer:
- Vernon from Granada Hills, CA
- Parts Used:
- 215846602
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
Old Defrost Timer Noisy During Operation
First I removed the plastic grill (pulled out, no screws) from bottom of refrigerator, then I removed electrical plug & two screws from old timer (timer located on the front inside left lower side of refrigerator). Installed in reverse order.
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- Customer:
- NEIL from OCEAN CITY, NJ
- Parts Used:
- 240505801
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
Switch that shuts out light when the door closed broke
Removed the screws on the piece holding the switch which is at the front of the ceiling of the refrigerator box. Removed the old switch and replaced it. Very simple repair.
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- Customer:
- Nathan from WELLS, ME
- Parts Used:
- 5303918202
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Pliers
Refrigerator and freezer running to warm.
I watched the video on how to change the defrost thermostat. I removed the back cover inside the freezer then I pulled off the old defrost thermostat and then using a pair of wire cutters I cut it off and then bared a little of both of the wires and then slid the heat sherink and wire connectors on the existing wires and then slid the other ends of the wires into the wire connectors then crimped the ends of the connectors and then tried using heat on the heat shrinks but still used rubber electric tape over it. I clipped the new thermostat were the old one was and then reattached the freezer wall cover and plugged the refrigerator back in. 24 hours later I checked the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer and both are running a lot colder.
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- Customer:
- Rosemarie from BOYNTON BEACH, FL
- Parts Used:
- 218428101
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
Door Handle Broke off
Part arrived in tack.
Removed original screws. Place bottom of handle on sideways then horizontal position.
Next slightly raised top of handle over bump protector. Took orginial screw and screwd Top of door handle into place. Really easy!
Removed original screws. Place bottom of handle on sideways then horizontal position.
Next slightly raised top of handle over bump protector. Took orginial screw and screwd Top of door handle into place. Really easy!
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- Customer:
- RUSSELL from MALDEN, IL
- Parts Used:
- 5304464438, 5303918202, 215846602
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Inconsistent freezer temp and freezer defrost issues
Used the symptoms list, ordered the corresponding parts and watched the videos. Great company! I'll be sharing this site.
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- Customer:
- James from VOLANT, PA
- Parts Used:
- 215846602
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers
defrost heater not working; defrost timer not rotating so coils ice up
Checked for continuity in heater, defrost thermostat and defrost timer. Heater good; not sure about thermostat or timer. Replaced thermostat - no change. Replaced timer - rotating and heater working.
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- Customer:
- Arsen from Glendale, CA
- Parts Used:
- 5303918202
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers
i smell very bad smell coming from refrigerator
I started look inside ,disconnected power, and open all possible compartments to see any burned part. Fortunately I fined a small part look like melted and then i went online and make my research .Then i ordered that part and change it.
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- Customer:
- MANUEL from LOS ANGELES, CA
- Parts Used:
- 242193213
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
bottom door seal won't seal right
R&R DOOR SEAL VERY EASY TO INSTALL THANKS TO ALL
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- Customer:
- John from San Diego, CA
- Parts Used:
- 215846602
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
The refrigerator wasn't cold enough.
I removed the plastic shroud on the ceiling of the refigerator, unscrewed and unplugged the old defrost timer, and replaced it with the new one. I reinstalled the shroud with the new timer installed.
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- Customer:
- James from FORESTDALE, MA
- Parts Used:
- 242193213
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
door gasket torn on top
followed installation video on your website which was very helpful. Very easy repair. The packing material was great.
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- Customer:
- Kimberly from BILLINGS, MT
- Parts Used:
- 240534901
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Retainer bar cracked down center
With the excellent diagram provided by website, I was able to order the correct part. This part was not difficult to install, but so happy to know that this website provides instructions for more difficult projects.
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- Customer:
- janet from Parryville, PA
- Parts Used:
- 242193213
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
torn and cracked gasket
Took off the old one, replace the new one in less than 5 minutes
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- Customer:
- Rosemary from FRUITPORT, MI
- Parts Used:
- 242193213
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
Old door seal was cracked and didn't seal tight.
Pulled off the old seal and put the new one on. No tools needed. It fit where it was supposed to and seals the door like new now! Thank you!
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