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Door Shelf Retainer Bar – Part Number: 240534901
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Door Shelf Retainer Bar
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This manufacturer-certified Door Shelf Retainer Bar, sometimes otherwise known as the door rack or bar retainer, is a white, plastic part which can be easily installed onto the inside of the refrigerator or freezer door to hold items on the door shelves. It holds items in your fridge and will show physical damage if broken or warped, at which time it should be replaced. Check your user manual and model number to see if this part is right for you. No tools are required for this installation, the part should simply snap into place. This part measures roughly 25 inches wide, 3 inches high, and 5 inches deep. This part is sold individually, and we recommend checking the other door shelf retaining bars on your refrigerator or freezer at the same time as ordering this part to ensure that no others need to be replaced, as they often wear or warp at similar speeds.
Drawer Support Rail - Right Side – Part Number: 240530701
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Drawer Support Rail - Right Side
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This manufacturer-certified drawer support rail supports the right side of the sliding drawer. It is a track that helps the drawer slide open and closed with ease. If you are having trouble opening or closing your fresh food drawer, check the support rails for any blockage, or visible damage. If the rail is damaged, it should be replaced to ensure no further damage is done to the drawer itself. The repair is straightforward: unscrew and remove the existing support rail, then fasten the new rail in place. This genuine OEM replacement part is made of plastic and is white in color. NOTE: This part is sold separately from the left side drawer support rail. The part measures approximately 16 inches long by 1 inch high.
Door Shelf Retainer Bar – Part Number: 240534701
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The Door Shelf Retainer Bar, also known as a refrigerator door rack, is a white, plastic part which can be easily installed onto your fridge door. It holds items in your fridge and will show physical damage if broken, at which time it should be replaced. Check your user manual and model number to see if this part is right for you. To install this part, you will need to remove the old one by unlocking the tabs, which can be slid with your fingers. To install the new shelf, line it up with the shelf cut-outs, over the tabs, and gently press it down to lock it into place. This part generally fits the middle door shelf of refrigerators. This is a part that frequently requires multiple parts per refrigerator. Because it is sold individually, you will need to purchase as many door racks as necessary to complete your repair.
Crisper Glass Shelf Insert – Part Number: 240350608
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Crisper Glass Shelf Insert
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Glass only. This glass insert measures 23.82 x 15.50-in. This is an authentic Frigidaire replacement part. The crisper shelf insert is designed by the manufacturer for use in refrigerators. This part is made of glass, and is placed over the crisper pan drawers. No tools are required when replacing this item. Simply remove the old part and slot the new one into place. This item is sold individually.
Drawer Support Rail - Left Side – Part Number: 240530601
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Drawer Support Rail - Left Side
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This left-side drawer rail helps support the meat or deli pan in your Frigidaire fridge. If your drawer is sagging, stuck, or hard to open, this part can fix it. It’s a sturdy replacement that fits many models and works with the matching right-side rail (sold separately). Just check your model number to be sure it fits.
Door Handle – Part Number: 218428101
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Door Handle
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This white refrigerator door handle is a genuine OEM replacement designed for use on both the freezer and fresh food doors of select models. Constructed for durability and a secure fit, this handle restores functionality and appearance to your appliance. Installation is straightforward and requires only a Phillips screwdriver. To replace, remove the two screws from the top of the door, slide out the old handle, attach the mounting block to the new handle, and secure it in place. Always verify model compatibility before purchase.
Defrost Timer - 60Hz 120V – Part Number: 215846602
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Defrost Timer - 60Hz 120V
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This defrost timer will cycle for thirty minutes after every eight hours of run time.
Light Bulb – Part Number: 316538904
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Light Bulb
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This 40-watt appliance light bulb is a reliable replacement for use in select ranges, refrigerators, freezers, and microwaves. It provides bright, consistent lighting to help you see clearly inside your appliance. Installation is simple—just unscrew the old bulb and replace it with the new one. If the existing bulb is broken, disconnect power and use needle-nose pliers to safely remove the remaining base. Sold individually, this bulb is a commonly replaced part—consider keeping a spare on hand.
Defrost Thermostat – Part Number: 5303918202
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Defrost Thermostat
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Part #5303918202
This defrost thermostat is a critical component in the refrigerator’s defrost system, designed to prevent overheating during the defrost cycle by regulating the temperature around the evaporator coils. Positioned within the freezer compartment, it monitors coil temperature and interrupts power to the defrost heater when safe limits are reached. A malfunctioning thermostat may result in uneven cooling, excessive frost buildup, or a warm refrigerator compartment despite a cold freezer. Replacing this part restores proper defrost function and helps maintain consistent internal temperatures and energy efficiency.
Evaporator Fan Motor Kit - 120V 60Hz – Part Number: 5303918549
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Evaporator Fan Motor Kit - 120V 60Hz
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This kit includes the motor, clips and terminal connectors. This part has been updated by the manufacture. 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.
Screw - Kit of Four – Part Number: 5304515677
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Screw - Kit of Four
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This screw is used in refrigerators. The screw can be loosened or tightened with a Phillips-head or square-head screwdriver. This screw is used to secure the refrigerator handle to the refrigerator door. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
Refrigerator Door Gasket – Part Number: 242193213
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Refrigerator Door Gasket
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Part #242193213
Frost near the door, long cooling cycles, or a warm refrigerator can result from a cracked or twisted fresh-food door seal. The gasket forms a tight barrier between the door and cabinet, helping hold cold air inside. First check for spilled food, loose hinges, bent door parts, or shelves that stop the door from closing. Match the replacement to the full appliance model before ordering. Disconnect power and move food to a cooler during the repair. Smooth shipping creases with warm water or low heat, but do not overheat the material. Install the seal without stretching it, then test several spots around the closed door with a sheet of paper.

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Refrigerator door gasket torn
317 of 336 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Matthew from Washington, DC
  • Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
No instructions included, so it took a little bit of staring at the new part to figure out how it works. The barbed ridge on the gasket fits into a slot on the door. The flat face of the gasket has an internal magnetic strip that helps keep the seal tight against the steel face of the refrigerator. Installation requires no tools. This is the basic process:
1) Unbox the new gasket and get it ready to install so you don't have to leave the fridge open too long.
2) Open the door and grab the old gasket at one of the corners and pull away. This will unseat the barbed ridge I mentioned above. Work your way around the door until the whole gasket is free.
3) Set aside the old gasket
4) Grab a moistened paper towel and wipe down the (now exposed) sealing surface of the fridge and door.
5) Align the new gasket in the door and start pushing the barb into place. I found that the new gasket seemed slightly oversize compared to the original, so it took a little tweaking. What worked for me was to get all the corners seated, then work my way around the door making sure the gasket is fully seated.
6) Once you have the new gasket installed, close the door to make sure everything fits OK.
7) Open the door again and run your finger along the inside edge of the gasket seal. What you want to do is fold the edge of the gasket down so it lays flat against the outer wall of the door.
8) Shut the door and look from the sides and top to try to spot any gaps. You should be able to poke the gasket from the side and get the magnet strips to click into place. It seems like after a day or so the gasket 'relaxed' and I didn't have to worry about this anymore.
9) Dispose of the old gasket. I was able to pull the gasket into four pieces (separating at the corners) so it would fit in my city trash can...
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Door handle broke off
201 of 218 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Lisa from Linton, ND
  • Really Easy
  • 1- 2 hours
  • Screw drivers
First I removed the top screws, then I slide it off the lower screw that is hidden behind the handle. I replaced the handle by sliding it onto the bottem first then attaching it onto the top with the two top screws.
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evaporator coil kept freezing up, refridgerator warm.
186 of 209 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Greg from Hanover Township, PA
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
This was the second part I tried. The defrost timer was first, but that did not fix it. To do this I had to remove the ice maker and the back plate of the freezer. Then I defrosted the coil and cut the wires. stripped them back and installed the new thermostat. re-assembled and tested. has been working great ever since.
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