Replacement defrost heater and thermostat used for some Americana, GE, Hotpoint, and Kenmore refrigerator models.
Directly Replaces: WR51X10055, WR51X10030, SH323, 914088, AH303781, AP3183311, EA303781, EAP303781, PD00001004, PS303781, WR50X10068, WR50X10068B, WR50X10015, WR50X10017, WR50X10018, WR50X10028, WR50X10051, WR50X10052, WR50X10053, WR50X10054, WR50X10074, WR50X10075, WR50X10079, WR50X10068-100PK, 197D5744P002, SL10068, 1170024, AH1017716, AP3884317, EA1017716, EAP1017716, PD00001040, PS1017716.
Features:
- Monitors and melts any frost off the evaporator coil.
- Typically used on side by side units.
- Single quartz tub heater.
- L140-30F thermostat with clip-on tube style mounting clip.
- Includes (1) Defrost Heater and Bracket Assembly, (1) L140-30F Defrost Thermostat with Tube Mount Clip and Wire Leads.
APNWR51X10055 Heater Specifications:
- Material: Quartz Glass / Metal
- Electrical Specs: 120V, 725W.
- Dimensions: 12-1/8"L x 3-3/8"W x 2-1/8"H.
APNWR50X10068 Thermostat Specifications:
- Color: Orange / Pink / Gray.
- Material: Metal / Plastic.
- Electrical Specs: 120/250V, 5/10A.
- Thermostat Dimensions: 1-1/16" Diameter x 1-1/8"H.
- Additional Dimensions: Wire leads extend approx. 10-1/2"L from thermostat.
Compatible Models:
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Failure Symptoms: Ice and/or frost buildup is on the rear panel or floor inside the freezer (depending on the style and placement of the evaporator coil).
How to test: Measure continuity through the heater using a multimeter. No continuity will show the heater is faulty.
Repair Tip: Use only a hair dryer and hot water to thaw the evaporator coil. Never use anything sharp to chip or pry at the ice or frost.
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