General Electric Refrigerator Defrost Heater Replacement for WR51X442

This GE defrost heater is exact replacement part responsible for preventing the buildup of frost and ice on the evaporator coils of the refrigerator. The defrost heater is typically located behind the rear panel of the freezer compartment, in close proximity to the evaporator coils. When activated, the heater generates heat to melt any accumulated ice or frost on the coils, allowing for proper airflow and efficient cooling.

The GE defrost heater can also be used on Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore/Sears appliances.

PART DETAILS:

Ref Def heater 2 heaters 9 1/2"COMES W/DEF THERM WR50X122

Cross Reference Information

Part Number WR51X442 (AP2071464) replaces 1972, 197D1481G001, AH303933, EA303933, PS303933, WR51X0342, WR51X0371, WR51X0442, WR51X0463, WR51X342, WR51X371, WR51X463.

This part fixes the following symptoms:

• Excessive frost or ice buildup on the evaporator coils
• Insufficient cooling or temperature fluctuations in the refrigerator
• Water leakage or pooling in the refrigerator or freezer compartment
• Frost or ice formation on the walls or shelves of the freezer

This part fixes the following symptoms

• Freezer not defrosting