Top-Mount Refrigerator Repair guides
Repair guides for Repair guides common to all top-mount refrigerators
How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator
If your refrigerator isn't running, an electronic control board failure could be the problem. A service technician can d…
How to replace a door gasket in a top-freezer refrigerator
The door gasket seals the gap around the door to keep the cold air in and the warm air out. It’s easy to replace a worn …
How to replace a refrigerator water valve
Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…
How to replace the compressor run capacitor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The run capacitor sends electric current to the compressor motor to help the motor run efficiently. Replace the run capa…
How to replace the defrost thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The defrost thermistor attaches to the evaporator coil and measures the evaporator coil temperature during defrost.…
How to replace the electronic control board inside a top-freezer refrigerator
The electronic control board is the "brains" of the refrigerator. Replace the electronic control board if it fails.…
How to replace the light switch in a top-freezer refrigerator
The light switch turns the refrigerator light on and off and monitors door position. Replace the light switch if it does…
How to replace the thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The thermistor monitors the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment. Replace the thermistor if it isn't detectin…
How to replace the defrost heater in a top-freezer refrigerator
The refrigerator defrost heater melts frost from the freezer’s evaporator fins. Replace the defrost heater if it doesn't…
How to replace the condenser fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The condenser fan is in the machine compartment of the refrigerator next to the compressor. It moves air across the cond…
How to replace the compressor start relay in a top-freezer refrigerator
The compressor start relay starts the compressor and shuts it off if the motor overheats. Replace the start relay if it'…
How to replace the evaporator fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The evaporator fan motor blows air across the evaporator coils and through the refrigerator cabinet for cooling. Replace…
How to install an ice maker kit in a top-freezer refrigerator
The ice maker kit is an optional accessory for refrigerators. Install the ice maker kit in a refrigerator that doesn't h…
How to replace the water inlet valve in a top-freezer refrigerator
The water inlet valve controls water flow to the ice maker. Replace the water valve if it doesn't open or shut properly.…
How to replace a refrigerator temperature control thermostat
This helpful refrigerator repair guide explains how to replace the temperature control thermostat in a refrigerator.…
Symptoms for top-mount refrigerators
Main causes: frozen or clogged defrost drain tube, cracked water system tubing…
Articles and videos for top-mount refrigerators
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