Top-Mount Refrigerator Repair guides
Repair guides for Repair guides common to all top-mount refrigerators
![How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/2EMkhTURnWUc1JSq2E0ty5/3821d20918e5562b2596d1155c040dd7/Control_Board.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator
If your refrigerator isn't running, an electronic control board failure could be the problem. A service technician can d…
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How to replace a refrigerator water valve
Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…
![How to replace the evaporator fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/6oDab0EAAy0MQfFSYXuCZO/6d5344abc4730175c71940c33b6f0dac/RG-REF-replace-fan-motor-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the evaporator fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The evaporator fan motor blows air across the evaporator coils and through the refrigerator cabinet for cooling. Replace…
![How to replace the compressor start relay in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/47jMBFCHStpdxcL6mUkk0o/5c4155023cb9ee7f46069e92c03e4a46/RG-REF-replace-compressor-start-relay-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the compressor start relay in a top-freezer refrigerator
The compressor start relay starts the compressor and shuts it off if the motor overheats. Replace the start relay if it'…
![How to replace a refrigerator temperature control thermostat](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/5XXgt92ueWblbsXlRhTwNJ/93a87dd2329fde7dbfe8d3ad82ef96f8/RG-REF-replace-refrigerator-temperature-control-thermostat-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace a refrigerator temperature control thermostat
This helpful refrigerator repair guide explains how to replace the temperature control thermostat in a refrigerator.…
![How to replace the condenser fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/37Pefar2SBYOH7Nkzplfwl/2d06f939d7ce86531009dd3130e42594/RG-REF-replace-condenser-motor-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the condenser fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The condenser fan is in the machine compartment of the refrigerator next to the compressor. It moves air across the cond…
![How to replace the defrost heater in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/4DzuOQsVBFYv16Rc6DqWU7/d5192dac26fe2ef08aca409566db6ae5/RG-REF-replace-defrost-heater-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the defrost heater in a top-freezer refrigerator
The refrigerator defrost heater melts frost from the freezer’s evaporator fins. Replace the defrost heater if it doesn't…
![How to replace the water inlet valve in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/aiAjIglxBDRNTE47LepWM/30e8c5925b33604e27cea3098133a1e9/RG-REF-top-freezer-water-inlet-valve-intro.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the water inlet valve in a top-freezer refrigerator
The water inlet valve controls water flow to the ice maker. Replace the water valve if it doesn't open or shut properly.…
![How to install an ice maker kit in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/1YU1psAyztpfeidHvUL5EX/762bad813783a61448dbbc8f194ed614/RG-REF-install-ice-maker-kit-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to install an ice maker kit in a top-freezer refrigerator
The ice maker kit is an optional accessory for refrigerators. Install the ice maker kit in a refrigerator that doesn't h…
![How to replace the defrost bi-metal thermostat in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/1UIbQjZ1dT3oHQTGPbY8xD/d9c0c5d526ad0a9bcb0e5797e7ae4dd8/RG-REF-replace-defrost-bi-metal-thermostat-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the defrost bi-metal thermostat in a top-freezer refrigerator
The defrost bi-metal thermostat is a safety device attached to the evaporator coil. The defrost bi-metal thermostat shut…
![How to replace the compressor run capacitor in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/550tDQp4eASRJilbMBPhru/0d628f3723f9ee6fba94e9154a6cb4b4/RG-REF-replace-compressor-run-capacitor-on-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the compressor run capacitor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The run capacitor sends electric current to the compressor motor to help the motor run efficiently. Replace the run capa…
![How to replace the defrost thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/3POSXOCd4wlcWJWHiGLndS/5b8325c6df9b7696691b0eaa420ab7f0/RG-REF-replace-defrost-thermistor-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the defrost thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The defrost thermistor attaches to the evaporator coil and measures the evaporator coil temperature during defrost.…
![How to replace the electronic control board inside a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/5FNZv4X9yj6czIMw661lgx/4c2c39510b355099300c65973b36fc87/RG-REF-replace-electronic-control-board-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the electronic control board inside a top-freezer refrigerator
The electronic control board is the "brains" of the refrigerator. Replace the electronic control board if it fails.…
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How to replace the thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The thermistor monitors the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment. Replace the thermistor if it isn't detectin…
![How to replace the light switch in a top-freezer refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/3MLVJ7ddCVJ0G27nWHBgvH/a6b78a3aa4d0be430d08c01c642e876a/RG-REF-replace-light-switch-in-top-freezer-fridge-intro-image.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
How to replace the light switch in a top-freezer refrigerator
The light switch turns the refrigerator light on and off and monitors door position. Replace the light switch if it does…
Symptoms for top-mount refrigerators
Main causes: frozen or clogged defrost drain tube, cracked water system tubing…
Articles and videos for top-mount refrigerators
![How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/1ZHVuXIUTStarSKh7XMC43/c4fea0b59ace45b5ca2b50af94344b4a/ART-what-type-water-filter-does-your-ge-refrigerator-have.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
See how to install the water filter on your GE refrigerator, no matter the filter type or refrigerator style.…
![How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/KU60Xz8lSXdMbhZTfzMO2/a33bb41d24112fdf7bd9e14a9275445d/ART-how-to-replace-maytag-refrigerator-water-filter.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
No matter what style Maytag refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…
![How to Replace the Water Filter in a Frigidaire Refrigerator](https://images.ctfassets.net/fpe0ec7r30ix/6yR2wRsC7MVOdQZWPttVkn/ddc13974a85409379fc48e5a8b888e67/ART-types-of-frigidaire-refrigerator-water-filters.jpg?fm=png&w=270&h=270)
No matter what style Frigidaire refrigerator you own, we can help you replace the water filter.…