Hotpoint
Upright Freezer

Model #FVF16CTB Official Hotpoint upright freezer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Hotpoint FVF16CTB upright freezer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Error Codes

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Refrigerator Condenser Fan Motor (replaces WR60X110, WR60X77)

#650

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Refrigerator fan motor

Part #WR60X77
Replaced by #WR60X177
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Manufacturer substitution
This part replaces WR60X77. Substitute parts can look different from the original.
In Stock
$165.22 | 
6% OFF 
Phone Price: $175.22
Refrigerator Defrost Bi-Metal Thermostat

#NI

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Oven thermostat

Part #WR50X27
Replaced by #WR50X60
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Manufacturer substitution
This part replaces WR50X27. Substitute parts can look different from the original.
In Stock
$13.85 | 
13% OFF 
Phone Price: $15.85
Refrigerator Compressor

#725

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Hi side kit

Part #WR87X50
Replaced by #WR87X10082
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Manufacturer substitution
This part replaces WR87X50. Substitute parts can look different from the original.
In Stock
$647.28 | 
10% OFF 
Was: $719.20
Refrigerator Condenser

#NI

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Refrigerator condenser

Part #WR84X23

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Refrigerator Defrost Control

#NI

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Refrigerator defrost control

Part #WR9X316

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Refrigerator Defrost Heater

#NI

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Refrigerator defrost heater

Part #WR51X169

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Refrigerator Relay

#NA

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Refrigerator relay

Part #WR7X124

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Refrigerator Gasket

#NI

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Refrigerator gasket

Part #WR24X233

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Lo Side

#NI

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Lo side

Part #WR85X64

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Refrigerator Guard

#735

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Refrigerator guard

Part #WR8X44

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Symptoms common to all freestanding freezers

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Main causes: burned out light bulb, bad door or lid switch, faulty LED light board, wiring failure, control system failure
Main causes: lack of power, bad compressor, refrigerant leak, bad thermistor, defrost system failure, dirty condenser coils, control failure
Main causes: leaky door or lid gasket, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, defrost control failure, faulty compressor
Main causes: compressor failure, no refrigerant, faulty sensor, control failure, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat
Main causes: excessive frost, bad defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal, control system failure, low refrigerant charge, compressor problems
Main causes: damaged door or lid gasket, cracked cabinet liner, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, bad defrost timer
Main causes: lack of power, control system failure, broken compressor start relay, locked up compressor, compressor motor failure
Main causes: dirty condenser coils, condenser fan failure, dirty bottom front grill, leaky door or lid gasket

Repair guides for upright freezers

February 20, 2015
Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a freezer control panel

A freezer control panel that doesn’t show the temperature or respond when you press the buttons could be broken. This DIY repair guide and video show how to replace a freezer control panel in less than 15 minutes.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
February 20, 2015
Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a freezer door switch

When the door switch fails, the freezer can’t detect that the door is closed. Follow the steps in this repair guide to replace a defective freezer door switch.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
February 20, 2015
Lyle Weischwill
How to replace a freezer thermistor

When the thermistor can’t sense the freezer temperature, the freezer is colder or warmer than the set temperature. Follow these step-by-step instructions to replace a defective freezer thermistor.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less

Articles and videos common to all freestanding freezers

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your freezer.

August 19, 2022

Are DIY appliance repairs safe?

Lyle Weischwill

Find out how to stay safe when repairing your appliances.

August 17, 2021

How to read a wiring schematic video

Lyle Weischwill

Learn how to decipher symbols so you can buy the right part for your problem.

December 15, 2014

5 tips for finding food in the freezer faster

Kim Hillegass

Don't get chapped hands digging through the icy depths. Get organized! Here's how.