I did the troubleshooting as shown in your video and found that I had the same problem. I bought the sensor from Amazon for $10.00 and installed it. Now my refrigerator is back in business. Big thanks to you. This simple fix saved me over $2,000.00 which I paid for a new refrigerator then cancelled the order.👍
I just wanted to stop by and thank you for this very helpful video. This solved our problem quickly. We got lucky and our parts store had the thermostat in stock for $15. I am so tired of expensive appliances breaking down! I'm forever grateful to you you tubers who help the rest of us. We've fixed so many things without breaking the bank or losing our minds. From our family to yours!! Thanks!!!
Had the same refrigerator and the issue was the same. This fixed the problem and thank you for taking the time to share this. Very easy fix. Much appreciated.
Man that was an awesome, detailed how to video. My wife is ordering as I'm typing this message to you. Thanks a bunch brother. Saved me some big bucks. Keep up the great vids. 👍
According to Frigidaire, the best way to clean condenser coils is by using a refrigerator coil brush. After you figure out the Frigidaire side by side refrigerator coil location, you need to unplug the fridge. This lessens the possibility of electric shock.
@@leejonlogsdon hey Lee...fan in back was working..gonna clean later...; I started with the inside freezer..step by step..you think you had ice...I had the Titanic Iceburg going on..fan worked..cleared out all the ice... Plugged in fridge..and immediately the coils started freezing up...defrost thermostat is probably the culprit..do you know what kind of appliance store would have it for 2009 Frigidaire Gallery?
This video helped us. Thank you so much! Ours doesn't have the digital front and we found the front of the inside of the freezer completely frosted over. Bless you!
Doesn't anyone find it sad that we need such a video on a 2 year old $2500 appliance? And that Frigidaire basically told us to throw it out because the warranty is over...
Hey man, just wanted to say thanks for making this video, my fridge was doing the same thing and you saved me a big headache. I put the new thermostat in yesterday and today we are back to normal!
Great video. I'm going to have to check my inside my freezer. At one time the freezer made my refrigerator too cold then it was fine and now it's not cold enough and seems to be clicking off and on a lot.
The condenser coil must be kept clean so that hair or dust doesn't accumulate there. According to Appliance Outlet Service, if this happens, the sealed system will overheat, and the compressor will shut off. That's why you need to keep this area regularly cleaned using a refrigerator coil brush.
It's very important to keep your appliances at the proper temperatures. Keep the refrigerator temperature at or below 40° F (4° C). The freezer temperature should be 0° F (-18° C). Check temperatures periodically. If the temperatures aren't kept at the proper settings the more chance Listeria, a bacterium that causes foodborne illness, can grow, especially if the refrigerator temperature is above the safe temperature. Thermometers are the best way of knowing these temperatures and are generally inexpensive.
Thank you for doing this video! I’m having the same issue with the same brand of refrigerator. After watching your video I checked the freezer side of my fridge and sure enough the coils are froze over. I was close to replacing the fridge
Another reason all that frost may have built up is because the door was not fully closed and the humidity outside was high overwhelming the defrost capability and allowing all of that ice to build up on the coil. In other words, a bad seal on your door.
had the same problem with the beer fridge in the garage... tried the first 2 steps you showed here then went to home depot and bought a new garage beer fridge. Ain't nobody got the time...
If you're trying to find the Frigidaire refrigerator condenser coil location, in most standard fridges, the coil will be located behind the refrigerator, underneath an access panel. To access the coil, you have to remove the access panel at the bottom of your fridge. When removing this panel, you have to be careful because it's made out of sheet metal. According to Appliance Outlet Service, when accessing the condenser coil, you also need to be aware of the fan that keeps the compressor from overheating.
Thanks to you and your beautiful family! I went through the coil cleaning, the capacitor relay replacement and finally the defrost thermostat I haven't figured out how to put the wire rack shelf on the bin in my freezer. Could you tell me how to do it please? Thank you very much!
Thanks I seem to have the same problem My coils are also full of ice and so it seems I got the same problem Gonna check it out Thanks for the video hope it works for me too
All fridges are trash today, no matter how much you pay for one. Long gone are the days of 20+ year old fridges as they were when I was growing up. Both of the last two I have owned have went out in under 3 years. The repairmen who came out said they couldn't fix them (both times) as they were too far gone. If you want to see how the manufacturers view longevity, just check their warranty. You will see they only give ONE YEAR in most cases (lolol). Some manufacturers might give you 10 years on the compressor (but usually the compressor isn't the problem anyway). It's f'n ridiculous.
I’m having same experience. You said your fridge wasn’t cooling but was your freezer compartment still functioning and food items were properly frozen? This is my scenario…thsnkd
So far I put a hard start. a damper assembly, and a new freezer condenser fan on mine. The damper is not opening and closing. anybody know if there is a fuse to the damper fan assembly?
Enjoyed the video - nice job / liked your approach and message! Got behind mine and cleared a couple pounds of dirt off the coils - wow. Still in progress of troubleshooting, but wanted to let you know I appreciate it (to a fellow DIY UA-camr)! - DIYNate
Can the defrost thermostat still be bad by defrosting the refrigerator too much? If it is defrosting too fast, I guess it will not have enough time to cool it down. I am just guessing.
Can’t find exact fan motor replacement part but, 241509402 seems to fit a bunch of models. Will it replace Panasonic FDQY38FE1 or 242290001? Thanks for your video and your time.
So, my freezer side is working fine.....it's my refrigerator side that isn't getting cold. Should I check the coils behind my freezer? I'm thinking my problem may be the damper door control.
What about if the fan is not running at all and the thermostat kicks on and gets really hot ? Any advice I was thinking about changing the part out I have the same model as you
Here is a link to some suggestions by whirlpool. Sounds like cooling has been turned off. producthelp.whirlpool.com/Refrigeration/Full-Size_Refrigerators/French_Door_Bottom_Freezer_Refrigerator/Control_Concerns/Error_Codes%2C_Blinking%2C_Flashing_Lights/Cooling_Off_Indicator_Light_-_Refrigerator
And if the defrost thermostat is not the culprit, next suspect would be the defrost heater. I would have checked that first ( easy check with a multimeter for continuity)
Lee, I need your help desperately! I did exactly what you did the defrost thermostat works as do all the fans etc, new capacitor, starter relay, cold control, evaporator fan motor. After putting in the defrost thermostat, the freezer only goes down to 15 degrees and the fridge only goes to around 39 and 40 degrees. I need it to go down to 0 zero so the ice cream will get hard!! Its only 3 years old and the coils are clean both evaporator coils and condenser coils, What could be wrong with it now? Thanks
I have a Frigidaire Professional and the ice builds up on the evaporator fan inside the freezer wall. I unplug it for 24-48 hours and once the ice melts off the fan will run again. I ate having to wait 24-48 hours. What do you suggest for the ice build-up on the evaporator fan?
I don't remember the part # but if you have your refrigerator's model number, you should just be able to google "make, model #, defrost thermostat" and it will find appropriate ones. Good luck!
Great video. Just wondering if you checked the Damper first? I was thinking its our damper, but now Im considering the Defrost controller. Or fridge not cold and freezer is extra cold? Thanks!
If you have a frost issue behind the panel in the freezer I would be leaning towards that thermostat that clips on them coils that controls the defrost heater or the defrost heater itself
Cleaned the coils, still says hi temp on mine. Going on to the next step you did. But I noticed the little black tank thing by the fan is hot. Is this normal someone please lmk
My freezer side works fine but the fridge does not. Low temperature. I just removed everything and let it sit for 24 hrs to try to get the ice maker working again. Now the fridge temp doesn’t get cold enough. 🙄
My fan works and I clean the coil I used all purpose duster to clean the coil I changed the capacitor the freezer fan works but my fridge doesn’t works what can I troubleshoot
I have the same fridge. Would you say the defrost thermostat is the reason if my fridge won’t hold its temp? I set it my desired temp but it doesn’t stay.
Frigidaire side by side refrigerator with no digital display on the front compressor is running condenser fan is running condenser coils are clean fan blade it is clean won't cool at all
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I did the troubleshooting as shown in your video and found that I had the same problem. I bought the sensor from Amazon for $10.00 and installed it. Now my refrigerator is back in business. Big thanks to you. This simple fix saved me over $2,000.00 which I paid for a new refrigerator then cancelled the order.👍
so glad it helped!
I just wanted to stop by and thank you for this very helpful video. This solved our problem quickly. We got lucky and our parts store had the thermostat in stock for $15. I am so tired of expensive appliances breaking down! I'm forever grateful to you you tubers who help the rest of us. We've fixed so many things without breaking the bank or losing our minds.
From our family to yours!! Thanks!!!
so glad it helped!
Had the same refrigerator and the issue was the same. This fixed the problem and thank you for taking the time to share this. Very easy fix. Much appreciated.
Glad it helped!
I ordered the part from Amazon after verifying the part numbers jived. I am happy to report my side by side is working normally again! Thanks again 😊
Thanks so much. I was able to fix my refrigerator by myself because of your video. Total out of pocket cost $10 for the part. Appreciate your video.
Thanks for the help. Mine is now working after your instructions. Saved me over $1200 for a new fridge
I love hearing from people that my videos have helped! Inspires me to make more :) Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for sharing all of your research. Fixed our fridge. I owe you a coffee.
Just ordered it. Will update shortly. You guys are a lovely couple. Thank you for sharing!
Still working it? 😂
Man that was an awesome, detailed how to video. My wife is ordering as I'm typing this message to you. Thanks a bunch brother. Saved me some big bucks. Keep up the great vids. 👍
According to Frigidaire, the best way to clean condenser coils is by using a refrigerator coil brush. After you figure out the Frigidaire side by side refrigerator coil location, you need to unplug the fridge. This lessens the possibility of electric shock.
Defrost thermostat..Evaporator Coils..$7.00 Amazon....shhhh...don't tell the repairman...BE THE REPAIRMAN! Best repair video ever....June...2021
Thanks a lot!! I like fixing things and saving money LOL :)
@@leejonlogsdon hey Lee...fan in back was working..gonna clean later...; I started with the inside freezer..step by step..you think you had ice...I had the Titanic Iceburg going on..fan worked..cleared out all the ice...
Plugged in fridge..and immediately the coils started freezing up...defrost thermostat is probably the culprit..do you know what kind of appliance store would have it for 2009 Frigidaire Gallery?
This video helped us. Thank you so much! Ours doesn't have the digital front and we found the front of the inside of the freezer completely frosted over. Bless you!
Doesn't anyone find it sad that we need such a video on a 2 year old $2500 appliance? And that Frigidaire basically told us to throw it out because the warranty is over...
Yes!! I'm so over these expensive appliances that don't last at all.
@@ashisgift It is not they do not last. They are made to fail.
Good job. Better on your end than mine. I replaced every part except the electronic control board. Deciding if I am going to do that now.
Hey man, just wanted to say thanks for making this video, my fridge was doing the same thing and you saved me a big headache. I put the new thermostat in yesterday and today we are back to normal!
Awesome! Glad it helped.
This video fixed the problem I had with the exact same fridge. Thanks, you're the best!
Awesome!! I'm so glad it helped :)
Great video. I'm going to have to check my inside my freezer. At one time the freezer made my refrigerator too cold then it was fine and now it's not cold enough and seems to be clicking off and on a lot.
I know thermostats can cause a lot of weird issues. There cheap enough to replace I'd go that route. Thanks!
The condenser coil must be kept clean so that hair or dust doesn't accumulate there. According to Appliance Outlet Service, if this happens, the sealed system will overheat, and the compressor will shut off. That's why you need to keep this area regularly cleaned using a refrigerator coil brush.
It's very important to keep your appliances at the proper temperatures. Keep the refrigerator temperature at or below 40° F (4° C). The freezer temperature should be 0° F (-18° C). Check temperatures periodically. If the temperatures aren't kept at the proper settings the more chance Listeria, a bacterium that causes foodborne illness, can grow, especially if the refrigerator temperature is above the safe temperature. Thermometers are the best way of knowing these temperatures and are generally inexpensive.
If mine is at -6 and ice cream is super soft and the fridge won't go below that temp whatis wrong?
Thank you for doing this video! I’m having the same issue with the same brand of refrigerator. After watching your video I checked the freezer side of my fridge and sure enough the coils are froze over. I was close to replacing the fridge
Sorry for the late reply! Sometimes I have a hard time getting back to the channel for comments. Hopefully it helped!
Great video. This worked for my frigidare as well. Thanks for sharing this!!
Another reason all that frost may have built up is because the door was not fully closed and the humidity outside was high overwhelming the defrost capability and allowing all of that ice to build up on the coil. In other words, a bad seal on your door.
had the same problem with the beer fridge in the garage... tried the first 2 steps you showed here then went to home depot and bought a new garage beer fridge. Ain't nobody got the time...
I get it man! Sometimes that's what you've gotta do! LOL
If you're trying to find the Frigidaire refrigerator condenser coil location, in most standard fridges, the coil will be located behind the refrigerator, underneath an access panel. To access the coil, you have to remove the access panel at the bottom of your fridge. When removing this panel, you have to be careful because it's made out of sheet metal. According to Appliance Outlet Service, when accessing the condenser coil, you also need to be aware of the fan that keeps the compressor from overheating.
So you're telling us that
"Appliance Outlet" should watch this video
@@mikediamond353 Yes
Thanks to you and your beautiful family! I went through the coil cleaning, the capacitor relay replacement and finally the defrost thermostat I haven't figured out how to put the wire rack shelf on the bin in my freezer. Could you tell me how to do it please? Thank you very much!
I got it! Thank you again!
We are having the same exact problem as you had with your fridge! Thank you SO much for making this video!! Super helpful!
Hope it helped!
How long did it take to work after you put the defrost switch on
Thanks I seem to have the same problem
My coils are also full of ice and so it seems I got the same problem
Gonna check it out
Thanks for the video hope it works for me too
Great video and great explanation of what you were doing. :) Beautiful family as well. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! I'm happy if I can help anyone :)
All fridges are trash today, no matter how much you pay for one. Long gone are the days of 20+ year old fridges as they were when I was growing up. Both of the last two I have owned have went out in under 3 years. The repairmen who came out said they couldn't fix them (both times) as they were too far gone. If you want to see how the manufacturers view longevity, just check their warranty. You will see they only give ONE YEAR in most cases (lolol). Some manufacturers might give you 10 years on the compressor (but usually the compressor isn't the problem anyway). It's f'n ridiculous.
You can say it again. Please say it again.
Very very very nice video and explain everything like three video you make them one video is great good job 👍👍👍 I hope to make more
Video
Thanks!
I’m having same experience. You said your fridge wasn’t cooling but was your freezer compartment still functioning and food items were properly frozen? This is my scenario…thsnkd
Yeah, it was doing the same thing! Can’t promise it’s the same problem but sounds the same! Good luck!
So far I put a hard start. a damper assembly, and a new freezer condenser fan on mine. The damper is not opening and closing.
anybody know if there is a fuse to the damper fan assembly?
Great step by step troubleshooting and fix.
Thanks
Thank you for your video! That's awesome! Would mind telling me your Frigidaire refrigerator model?
Thanks man! I kinda suspect the same thing.
Hopefully, you get it fixed!!
Good Demo that you gave, Keep up the Good Wk.
Enjoyed the video - nice job / liked your approach and message! Got behind mine and cleared a couple pounds of dirt off the coils - wow. Still in progress of troubleshooting, but wanted to let you know I appreciate it (to a fellow DIY UA-camr)!
- DIYNate
Thanks! I just post these hoping they can be of some help to anyone who needs it!
Tell us you weren't sampling the sponsors product during this video? Lol
Thanks for the video.
Not sure what you mean by sponsor? I wish I had a sponsor! LOL
The t shirt. Vodka I think it was. Lol
@@tedthornton7791 I wish finlandia was my sponsor LOL
Cool video man. Liked the reality aspect of it.
Thanks!
This video sponsored by Finlandia® Vodka.
I'll take bourbon :)
Hey Chief, try Wyborova sometime. You won't touch Finnadia again.
Can the defrost thermostat still be bad by defrosting the refrigerator too much? If it is defrosting too fast, I guess it will not have enough time to cool it down. I am just guessing.
Backwards: The fan pulls air across the condenser coils and blows onto the compressor.
Can’t find exact fan motor replacement part but, 241509402 seems to fit a bunch of models. Will it replace Panasonic FDQY38FE1 or 242290001?
Thanks for your video and your time.
So, my freezer side is working fine.....it's my refrigerator side that isn't getting cold. Should I check the coils behind my freezer? I'm thinking my problem may be the damper door control.
Awesome video!! Saved me from buying a new one!!
What about if the fan is not running at all and the thermostat kicks on and gets really hot ? Any advice I was thinking about changing the part out I have the same model as you
My Frigidaire side by side refrigerator is not cooling as well as the freezer, Did you have the same problem? Thanks a lot for posting this video.
Is it not freezing at all or just partially?
Lee Logsdon The freezer is not freezing at all. I cleaned the condenser coil but it didn't help.
@@leejonlogsdon mine is freezing partly and the fridge side is slowly warming up
CONGRATULATION MY FRIEND
Is this refrigerator side-by-side, how many cubic feet it is, and does it have icemaker?
Did this finally fix it ? since it been about 8 months now - mine is giving H 1 error for both sides of the frig. Thanks
Mine has been fine ever since. Good luck!
Current here due to a H1 error on my fridge side
Hilarious, just watched this and thought, I know that guy.
That's hilarious! Hope it helped, LOL See you soon I'm sure :)
HELP! I HAVE A WHIRLPOOL, I THINK A SIDE BY SIDE AND THE CONTROL PANEL SAYS "COOLING DOWN" BUT ALL THE FOOD AND ICE IS MELTING!!! WHAT DO i DO?
Here is a link to some suggestions by whirlpool. Sounds like cooling has been turned off. producthelp.whirlpool.com/Refrigeration/Full-Size_Refrigerators/French_Door_Bottom_Freezer_Refrigerator/Control_Concerns/Error_Codes%2C_Blinking%2C_Flashing_Lights/Cooling_Off_Indicator_Light_-_Refrigerator
And if the defrost thermostat is not the culprit, next suspect would be the defrost heater. I would have checked that first ( easy check with a multimeter for continuity)
I would like to know the location of temperature sensor for freezer on a frigidare gallery refrigerator.
Lee, I need your help desperately! I did exactly what you did the defrost thermostat works as do all the fans etc, new capacitor, starter relay, cold control, evaporator fan motor. After putting in the defrost thermostat, the freezer only goes down to 15 degrees and the fridge only goes to around 39 and 40 degrees. I need it to go down to 0 zero so the ice cream will get hard!! Its only 3 years old and the coils are clean both evaporator coils and condenser coils, What could be wrong with it now? Thanks
Excellent video 👌
Hey I'm having the same problem with my Frigidaire did you have ice build up behind your refrigerator?
I have a Frigidaire Professional and the ice builds up on the evaporator fan inside the freezer wall. I unplug it for 24-48 hours and once the ice melts off the fan will run again. I ate having to wait 24-48 hours. What do you suggest for the ice build-up on the evaporator fan?
Actually mine had the same thing and the defrost thermostat fixed it.
Loved you r troubleshooting I will try and update you
Thanks,
A hunk of styrofoam blew into my condenser fan clogging it, easy fix for me.
what was the part number? thanks great video
I don't remember the part # but if you have your refrigerator's model number, you should just be able to google "make, model #, defrost thermostat" and it will find appropriate ones. Good luck!
Great video. Just wondering if you checked the Damper first? I was thinking its our damper, but now Im considering the Defrost controller. Or fridge not cold and freezer is extra cold? Thanks!
I didn't check the damper. Good thought though!
If you have a frost issue behind the panel in the freezer I would be leaning towards that thermostat that clips on them coils that controls the defrost heater or the defrost heater itself
Cleaned the coils, still says hi temp on mine. Going on to the next step you did. But I noticed the little black tank thing by the fan is hot. Is this normal someone please lmk
Hope it works out!
How long does it takes for the new thermostat to start working
Sorry for the late reply. shouldn't take more than a couple hours.
how much food was wasted waiting on a part
My freezer side works fine but the fridge does not. Low temperature. I just removed everything and let it sit for 24 hrs to try to get the ice maker working again. Now the fridge temp doesn’t get cold enough. 🙄
You saved me!!. Thank you so much..
Glad it helped!
Very helpful! Thank you
Thanks! Glad someone gets some use outta these things LOL
Thanks man! You saved the day!!!
Use WAGO connectors. Way easier and better connection. Good video. Thanks
I had the H1 code on the freezer side of the control panel. Is the defrost sensor responsible for this code as well?
Mines too any help
Same issue here. Anyone find a fix for this?
Is there a way to test the defrost thermostat before buying new one
I'm pretty sure you can test the resistance. No resistance means it's blown. Had a similar issue with a thermal fuse in a maytag dishwasher.
Thanks for the video. It is helpful.
Thank you!!
Lovely job man thank you
Right on...and continue to be mechanically inclined.
Great video.
My fan works and I clean the coil I used all purpose duster to clean the coil I changed the capacitor the freezer fan works but my fridge doesn’t works what can I troubleshoot
did you check the condenser and the evaporator fan?
How long did it take for the temp to drop?
A few hours is I remember right
@@leejonlogsdon thanks mine isn't coming down in temp..will let it run overnight but looks something else is wrong.
Cant find serial # or model # on frigidaire refrigerator an have checked the back of it approx 10 years old with freexzer on top an approx 19 cu ft.
Open frig. Look up under switches on ceiling on inside
The way u r wife come in vedio i like it thanks for awsome vedio
Thank youuuuuuu!
Thanks! I hope it helped :)
@@leejonlogsdon yes it helped me a LOT!!@
Alright, alright - alright!
LOL!
I have the same fridge. Would you say the defrost thermostat is the reason if my fridge won’t hold its temp?
I set it my desired temp but it doesn’t stay.
Great video God blessed
On Amazon, it is now 9.26 dollars. But you are deadly right.
Might need to update! Thanks!
Thank you so much for your video I have the same problem with and this is very helpful
So....in the meantime (2-3 days) all your food spoiled?
Thermostat , timer, capacitor...?
not sure what you're asking?
You guys are too cute
Thanks 😀
My coils were completely frozen after getting rid of all the ice it’s still not cooling so now I’m going to try defroster
Think I’m the only one searching how to decrease the temp xD
Fridge has my fruits all frozen
LOL! Don't have much knowledge on that, sorry
Frigidaire side by side refrigerator with no digital display on the front compressor is running condenser fan is running condenser coils are clean fan blade it is clean won't cool at all
It’s to hard for us😔
He's yummy!!!
Sorry guy your just a parts changer
You beat around the bush to damn much
Most of the guys like to talk a lot unnecessary
GET TO THE POINT WIGGER!!!!
Never been called that before 😂