Freezer not going into defrost mode

Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
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I am having a time with my fridge. The freezer is supposed to keep the fridge part cool. The problem is that the freezer doesn’t go into defrost mode like it used to, blocks the ducts, and the stuff in the fridge gets warm. Now I have to remove the panel at the back of the freezer and defrost it every 2-3 days.

Any tips on what could be the culprit, or what to look for?

Many thanks, Sharkster

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snarkster,

Locate the defrost timer (#23 on the [break down diagram](http://content.searspartsdirect.com/lis_png/PLDM/R0309096-00003.png"]break down diagram[/URL]) and follow the instructions 4 through 6 from one of our previous posts: http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/refrigerator-freezer-repair/4221-freezer-fine-refrigerator-too-warm.html

break down diagramThe defrost heater is #14 on the and the defrost thermostat is #21 on the [URL="http://content.searspartsdirect.com/lis_png/PLDM/R0309096-00004.png).

Post the results and I’ll help you with the right part numbers.

Gene.

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JSiemens,

Just follow the instructions from one of our previous posts: http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/refrigerator-freezer-repair/4221-freezer-fine-refrigerator-too-warm.html

Gene.

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Thank you Gene for the information. I turned the defrost timer clockwise and waited 15 minutes. No sizzling. I tested the defrost heater and it has some resistance. Am I right to assume the problem is the defrost thermostat?

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I have been tied up getting a car back in service so the fridge is sitting for now. Curiously enough, I can observe water in the drain pan at times. I assume this is a good indicator that everything is working fine. I will sit back and get some more history. It has been good for three days now and our northern Illinois weather is pretty hot and humid right. Time will tell. Thanks for all the information and for your time. These forums are a good return for broadband costs. Last month I installed a new air conditioning condenser in my Toyota, and before that I got my Whirlpool Duet clothes drier back in serice, all thanks to these web sites. Thanks again for a great service!

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Thanks again Gene. I will be ordering the new part soon and let you know how it goes.

If only I could get an answer for my dryer problem, I would have it made.

Thanks again… Sharkster

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