Ice Buildup in Refrigerator Compartment - Top 7 Reasons & Fixes - Kenmore, Whirlpool, GE & more

Ice Buildup in Refrigerator Compartment? - Top 7 reasons and EASY DIY instructions to get your Refrigerator back to working order. For the full article, please visit: www.appliancepartspros.com/b/...
Reason #1: Defrost thermostat: This is a safety device that cuts off the defrost cycle if the freezer gets too warm. The defrost thermostat protects the freezer from overheating and spoiling food. If there is frost buildup within the refrigerator, the defrost thermostat should be tested and potentially replaced.
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Reason #2: Defrost timer: This part controls the defrost cycle of the refrigerator, switching the fridge between defrost and cooling cycles. If there is frost built up on the back of the fridge, it may be that the defrost timer has failed.
Reason #3: Defrost heater: The heater heats the fridge up to melt the ice off the evaporator during the defrost cycle. If the back of the fridge is frosted up, the defrost heater may have failed.
Reason #4: Ice Dispenser Chute Door: The chute door opens to allow the ice to come out of the dispenser and closes/seals the chute when done. If the ice dispenser door is damaged, warm and cold air may mix and result in frost buildup.
Reason #5: Defrost Temperature Sensor: This sensor tells the control board the temperature inside the refrigerator. If this part isn’t operating correctly, it will need to be replaced to ensure the fridge maintains the correct temperature.
Reason #6: Freezer drain: This is where the freezer water drains during the defrost cycle. There are multiple fixes within the video, but the freezer drain may need to be replaced if it is damaged.
Reason #7: Door Gasket: The refrigerator uses the door gaskets to keep the hot air out and the cold air in. You can start with cleaning the existing gaskets as needed. If the gaskets are lost or badly damaged, they will need to be replaced.
The 'Top 7 Reasons Your Refrigerator is Getting Frost Buildup' video covers all major brands of Refrigerator, including:GE, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, Maytag, LG, Kenmore/Sears, Samsung, KitchenAid, and others.
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[@johnnylee2027]

I replaced the freezer door gasket with new one, but still ice forms at the bottom of the freezer , what's wrong? The new seal seems to be ok. And also door alignment

[@BUNKRBUSTR]

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[@bobwa399]

I have a direct cool double door fridge, the one that makes frost at freezer compartment, it builds frost at refrigerator front wall which is visible at front when the door is opened. Any remedy and reason for?

[@polytricks9655]

Fresh food section ice build up by the cool air blowing vents, nothing wrong in the freezer section or no ice build up in the coils, what part I need to replace, my Frigidaire French door refrigerator only 2 yrs older??

[@avvarutheja]

Same issue with kitchenaid refrigerator

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[@andrewgordon235]

I have a side by side whirlpool that is still getting somewhat icey in the vent from the freezer. I replaced the defrost control board, the defrost heater element, the defrost thermostat, and the temperature control thermostat all with name brand whirlpool parts and my fridge is better but still not perfect. The next thing I was going to replace is the defrost temp sensor. The unit was made in May 2007 and I'm wondering if the compressor is failing? Any thoughts?

[@aspiringleo]

Any luck? What was the conclusion to your story?? Genuinely interested..

[@andrewgordon235]

@@aspiringleo It got fixed by reseating the condenser coils in the freezer which allowed better airflow and I had ice buildup in the thermostat bulb sleeve which I blew out with compressed air. This stopped the short cycling then I turned down the thermostat to make it colder in the fridge because it's a different design from the original model that doesn't appear to be as sensitive. The temperature is good now but I still get some ice sickles on the vent occasionally because the Freon is probably a little low but you can't refill so I just live with it.

[@garyjordan2019]

I can't do this! I need you to be my neighbor :)

[@garyjordan2019]

So i get the part where the ice buildup due to debris blocking it or it is iced up, what about getting water on your floor on a side by side on the refrigerator side floor. I am getting a sheet of ice on the freezer side and water on the floor on the right side. Did i miss something?

[@donj1325]

there is several things that can go wrong study man lots of moving parts lol trust me i know and i am working on learning to replace stuff too.

[@garyjordan2019]

@@donj1325 It has been good now for over a week, still have not pick up the turkey baster to try the hot water technique. Hopig the issue is resolved. Also purchase and put in a legit water filter as well. Keeping my fingers crossed.

[@audievickers132]

Hey guys. First, thank you! Thanks for sharing information like this for us DIYers. But I would like to ask a question: There's a flap between the doors of my Kenmore side-by-side (bottom freezer) that gets incredibly warm at times. Is this part of the defrost cycle? It concerns my wife greatly as well. Thanks in advance.

[@appliancepartspros]

What is your model number?

[@audievickers132]

@@appliancepartspros Kenmore 111-7302*. Sorry for the delay. I thought I answered you already.

[@appliancepartspros]

Thank you. It is normal for that to get warm. If it's getting too hot you will need to check the condenser coils in the back to make sure they aren't dirty. Also check to make sure the condenser motor is coming on.

[@audievickers132]

@@appliancepartspros Thanks. From time to time the evap coil ices up and stops the fan. It seems that this causes that flap to get excessively warm. By that time though I know it's time to pull the inside panel out and grab the wife's hair drier. Again, thank you.

[@segredosdotiosam9989]

Pro tip. you only need to cut one wire to test the thermostat at 1:55

[@jessiedavis9420]

Freezer about 4 months iced up have to defrost it

[@pinkhare4344]

Hey, I have one with the double doors, and the freezer is at the bottom,, ice has gathered so much in the bottom that I’m having trouble shutting the door,, there is so much in it, that it’s pushing up the bottom basket, hitting the top one. Leaving me not to put much in the freezer. I’m at my wits in. I have NEVER had water hooked up to it for the water and ice. My mother bought it years ago, and I live in a trailer and never got anyone to hook that up. Can someone tell me what is wrong please? I can’t afford one. Please, anyone help? I’d appreciate it

[@skys6655]

If it ices near the door its most likely the gasket seal

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7:34

[@garysimpson7326]

The amount of ice I have in the refrigerator compartment is huge. I have no ice in the freezer compartment. The water must be coming from the ice-maker/water dispenser part of the refrigerator door. There is not enough moisture in the air to make the amount of ice I get in the refrigerator section.

[@appliancepartspros]

What is the model number of your fridge?

[@garysimpson7326]

@@appliancepartspros I believe it is Model# GFE28GYNFS. At least it looks like that.

[@garysimpson7326]

@@appliancepartspros The main portion of the refrigerator has two air conduits that mate up with conduits in the left-hand door. There are gaskets/seals there and I am pretty sure they are leaking air into the refrigerator. There is moisture around one of the seals and there is water on the floor of the refrigerator beneath the seals. I'll get a tech out to look at it.

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