241705102 Frigidaire Defrost Timer

The Defrost Timer is a standard OEM replacement part suitable for Frigidaire refrigerators. This component, which is found in the control housing of the fresh food section, manages the defrost cycles to remove frost from the evaporator coils. Frigidaire, a brand under Electrolux, also supplies similar parts for Sears-Kenmore products.

Common reasons for the malfunction of the defrost timer include prolonged use leading to wear and tear of plastic components, deterioration of sensitive electronic parts after several years, and disruptions in maintaining consistent defrost intervals.

When a defrost timer fails, several issues may arise:

1. The refrigerator may not start its defrost cycle as programmed.
2. Excessive frost or ice may accumulate on the evaporator coils, hindering airflow.
3. The refrigerator may experience fluctuating temperatures due to impaired heat exchange.
4. The refrigerator may continuously remain in the defrost mode.
5. The compressor may cease to operate.

This replacement part is also compatible with appliances from Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, and certain models from Kenmore.