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Evaporator builds up frost and ice over time due to defrost heater disengaging too soon.

Termination switch (bi-metal, thermostat) fails to reset under some circumstances or opens

too soon.

Replace termination switch with part number 5304458589 and relocate switch from evapo-

rator outlet tubing to inlet tube.

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PROCEDURE:

1. Unplug refrigerator and remove evaporator cover. If the evaporator is frosted or iced

up, defrost evaporator with a heat gun before servicing refrigerator.

2. Locate termination switch on the left side of the evaporator outlet tube and disconnect

switch from power cord harness and heater. (See Figure 1)

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Figure 1. Termination Switch Location

Termination Switch

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3. Next, wrap the evaporator inlet tube with "ONE WRAP" of vinyl tape (electrical).

(See Figure 2)

4. Install new termination switch to inlet tube and make sure that switch is positioned on

the tape and has no metal-to-metal contact with evaporator tubing. Re-connect electri-

cal wires. (See Figure 3)

5. Replace evaporator cover, and restore power to the refrigerator.

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Figure 2. Vinyl Tape Location

Figure 3. Termination Switch Location

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Evaporator 

Inlet Tube

New Termination

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