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Model # BCS42ELE Official GE refrigerator compressor

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Dryer Assembly WR86X86

#740

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Dryer assembly

Part #WR86X86

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Refrigerator Water Valve WR57X92

#800

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Refrigerator water valve

Part #WR57X92

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Refrigerator Motor WR60X172

#610

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Refrigerator motor

Part #WR60X172

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Heater Trough WR51X321

#17

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Heater trough

Part #WR51X321

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Refrigerator Drain Pan WR17X6312

#16

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Refrigerator drain pan

Part #WR17X6312

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Refrigerator Defrost Heater (replaces Wr51x0322, Wr51x10065) WR51X322

#15

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Refrigerator defrost heater (replaces wr51x0322, wr51x10065)

Part #WR51X322

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Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Blade WR60X123

#613

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Refrigerator evaporator fan blade

Part #WR60X123

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Refrigerator Screw WR1X5684

#12

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Refrigerator screw

Part #WR1X5684

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Grommet WR2X7238

#737

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Grommet

Part #WR2X7238

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Refrigerator Water Line WR17X2049

#806

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Refrigerator water line

Part #WR17X2049

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How to replace a freezer compressor start relay

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How to replace a freezer temperature control thermostat

How to replace a freezer temperature control thermostat

The cold control thermostat regulates the freezer temperature. A defective cold control thermostat can prevent the compr…

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How to replace a freezer lid gasket

How to replace a freezer lid gasket

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