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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Refrigerator Compressor Overload Replacement #WR08X10026
GE Refrigerator Compressor Overload Replacement #WR08X10026
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$74.07Estimated Savings
$112.5002:18
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the compressor overload on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the overload is the refrigerator not cooling.
All of the information for this compressor overload video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: 1/4 inch socket, flat head screwdriver
All of the information for this compressor overload video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: 1/4 inch socket, flat head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace the compressor overload in your refrigerator use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the lower rear access panel.
2
With the screws unthreaded, carefully remove the panel.
3
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help detach the relay cover.
4
Use the screwdriver to pry off the relay.
5
You can now slide off the old overload and detach it from the wire.
6
Install the new compressor overload by first connecting the wire.
7
Align the hole in the component with the pin on the compressor and push the overload into place.
8
Do the same for the relay.
9
Realign the cover and snap it into place.
10
Reposition the access panel and replace the screws to secure.
11
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the compressor overload on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the overload is the refrigerator not cooling.
All of the information for this compressor overload video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: 1/4 inch socket, flat head screwdriver
All of the information for this compressor overload video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: 1/4 inch socket, flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the compressor overload in your refrigerator use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the lower rear access panel.
2
With the screws unthreaded, carefully remove the panel.
3
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help detach the relay cover.
4
Use the screwdriver to pry off the relay.
5
You can now slide off the old overload and detach it from the wire.
6
Install the new compressor overload by first connecting the wire.
7
Align the hole in the component with the pin on the compressor and push the overload into place.
8
Do the same for the relay.
9
Realign the cover and snap it into place.
10
Reposition the access panel and replace the screws to secure.
11
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
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