Fridge freezer- How to replace the thermostat (6)
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
1 Carefully unclip the thermostat housing cover from the four corners.
2. Unscrew and remove the light bulb.
3. Press in the tab using a flat bladed screwdriver and slide the entire thermostat housing to the left to release.
4. Gently unclip the thermostat housing wiring from the connector in the fridge liner. Gently pull out the thermostat capillary completely from the fridge liner housing
5. Carefully lift the thermostat cover from the dial end of the housing first, then slide the cover right towards the dial end to remove the cover. (NOTE: Ensure wiring is correctly positioned through the gap in the cover during reassembly, it may assist you to take a photo of this before it is removed).
6. Unclip the capillary from the thermostat housing and unwrap from the coil towards the dial side of the thermostat. NOTE: When reassembling ensure that the capillary is carefully unrolled and pushed back into the holder on the thermostat housing
7. Pull off the control knob from the thermostat shaft. Use a 14mm rachet to undo the nut on the thermostat shaft, this will release the thermostat from the thermostat housing.
8. Carefully disconnect wiring connectors from the thermostat. (Note: Take a photo of the wiring positioning/location before disconnecting) Be careful not to damage the connectors
9. Replace thermostat and reassemble. When reassembling, repeat steps in reverse order.