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FCFS181LQBA Frigidaire - Overview

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Defrost Thermostat – Part Number: 297216600
Defrost Thermostat
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PartSelect #: PS2350702
Manufacturer #: 297216600
This thermostat regulates and keeps the temperature at a constant temperature for the freezer section.
$29.51
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DEFROST TIMER – Part Number: 5304518034
DEFROST TIMER
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PartSelect #: PS12585793
Manufacturer #: 5304518034
This part continually advances and alternates between activating the cooling cycle and the defrost heater.
$58.06
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Adjustable Leveling Foot - Black – Part Number: 216396900
Adjustable Leveling Foot - Black
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PartSelect #: PS425733
Manufacturer #: 216396900
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$32.92
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FAN MOTOR EVAP 115V – Part Number: 297309000
FAN MOTOR EVAP 115V
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PartSelect #: PS3502361
Manufacturer #: 297309000
This evaporator fan motor is located in the back of the freezer, and circulates air over the refrigerator coils. These coils will convert the heat into cool air, which is then circulated.
$119.06
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Hinge Mounting Hexagonal Screw – Part Number: 240578902
Hinge Mounting Hexagonal Screw
PartSelect #: PS1526054
Manufacturer #: 240578902
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$33.08
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Shelf Support – Part Number: 297121900
Shelf Support
PartSelect #: PS1765339
Manufacturer #: 297121900
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$13.53
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Screw – Part Number: 218755504
Screw
PartSelect #: PS1525803
Manufacturer #: 218755504
Sold individually. This is a genuine part. The handle mounting shoulder screw (no.10 ab) is made for use with many refrigerators. The metal screw helps to fasten the handle assembly to the outer do...
$27.52
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Evaporator Fan Blade – Part Number: 5308000010
Evaporator Fan Blade
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PartSelect #: PS473177
Manufacturer #: 5308000010
$65.76
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SCREW – Part Number: 216858001
SCREW
PartSelect #: PS2331296
Manufacturer #: 216858001
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$19.04
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Hexagonal Screw – Part Number: 241710601
Hexagonal Screw
PartSelect #: PS1526503
Manufacturer #: 241710601
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$16.48
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Set Screw - 10-32 x 0.375 – Part Number: 218755401
Set Screw - 10-32 x 0.375
PartSelect #: PS428654
Manufacturer #: 218755401
$27.86
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Door Light Switch – Part Number: 297243800
Door Light Switch
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PartSelect #: PS2332280
Manufacturer #: 297243800
This is a switch for your refrigerator, but you may also know it as a door switch or a plunger light switch. This part turns your appliance light on and off as the door is opened and closed. If your c...
$28.14
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Teri
August 11, 2023
It sounds like its running but is trying to start something else that doesn't engage and it does not get cold
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Hello Teri, thank you for the question. Based on the description you have provided, we would recommend checking the compressor start relay, part number PS817207, to fix the issue. We hope this helps!

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Common Symptoms of the FCFS181LQBA

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Temp alarm sounding and food on top shelves partially thawed
After silencing the alarm, it seemed to be running as normal without any unusual noises, but food was starting to thaw from the top shelf on down and condensation was dripping from the roof. We were able to place most of the food in 2 large ice chests and then the rest in the freezer compartments of 2 fridges we have in the house. I then turned down the temp dial to the coldest setting and let it run for an hour or so; no change.

After researching on the internet, it sounded like our symptoms could be pointing to a defrost timer issue. I pulled the freezer away from the wall, located the timer and used a large screwdriver to slowly advance it. While doing this, at one point I could hear the compressor kick in. I pushed the quick freeze button and let it run for a while. When I checked it in a few hours, the alarm light had gone out and water that I had placed inside was frozen. We took a chance and put the food we placed in the ice chests back in the freezer. Everything was fine several hours later.

I ordered a new defrost timer, it arrived in a couple of days, and replaced the old one with it in a matter of minutes by disconnecting the wire harness from the old timer, removing the 2 screws holding it onto the bracket, screwing the new timer to the bracket, reconnecting the wires harness, and done. It's been a week or so and no problems.
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DEFROST TIMER
  • Wayne from Forest Hill, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Freezer thawing at about 20 degrees
Turned freezer off at themostat and unplugged freezer. Removed 2 screws at front 2 at the back and 2 at the top. Lowered top cover and removed evaporator fan bracket (2 more screws) removed themostat capulary tube( 1 screw and bracket) then unplug fan motor. Removed motor from bracket (2 screws). Put on new fan motor then removed fan blade from old motor and put on the new motor. Remounted fan motor bracket and thermostat capulary tube. Remounted top cover, plugged freezer in the set the thermostat to 4 and freezer is working fine and doing its job. I orderedmotor on a Sunday and it was shipped on Monday and I received said part at 7:pm on Wednesday.
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FAN MOTOR EVAP 115V
  • Nathan M. from Bunnell, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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freezer was stuck in defrost mode - - stayed at 30 degrees
slid freezer away from wall - - bottom left hand corner was the frost timer - - removed two philip head screws - - unpluged timer and installed new timer - - turned timer past first click to a little past second click (freeze cycle) - - slid freezer back FINISHED - - YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST WITH YOUR WEB PAGE AND HELP!!!!! Next day freezer was at 0
Parts Used:
DEFROST TIMER
  • don from stony point, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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