Fridge freezer- How to replace the thermostat (5)
Applies to
- Fridges / Freezers
Resolution
Refer always to your product’s user manual safety information before any repair or maintenance operation. https://www.electrolux.com/support/user-manuals/
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Before any repair or maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY
Always take care when moving appliances. For heavy appliances it's safest for two persons to move it. Always use safety gloves and safety footwear. Wear safety gloves at all times to protect from cuts from sharp edges.
WARNING! RISK OF EYE INJURY
Wear safety glasses if you perform maintenance or repair work involving springs.
WARNING! RISK OF PINCHING
Wear safety glovesif you perform maintenance or repair work involving belts.
WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD
Small parts not for children under 3 years. Keep all small parts and packaging out of reach of children.
Only adults should use or install the product.
Always empty the appliance of all the water, e.g. tumble dryer water container. Any maintenance should be carried out with the appliance standing upright. Residual water could damage electronics if the appliance is placed on any of its sides.
Make sure to use the product only for its designated purpose and verify that it is a compatible part for the intended product.
Do not use or install the product if damaged.
Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences if not done properly and might void the warranty. Possessing the necessary know-how is essential.
HOW TO REPLACE THERMOSTAT
The thermostat is located in the top panel
1. Unscrew the top panel by removing the two screws.
2. Remove the top panel
3. Remove the capillary holder then detach the capillary tube from the holder
4. Remove the plastic tube from the capillary then straighten it
5. Pull out the capillary
6. Remove the faulty thermostat
7. Take out the control unit from the panel then remove the temperature regulation button
8. Exchange the faulty thermostat
9. Place the thermostat into the control unit then fix the control unit into the top panel
10. Fix back the top panel
11. Fix the capillary to the capillary holder. Fix the top panel with the screws
