216731001 Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat
216731001 Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat

Frigidaire / Electrolux Refrigerator Defrost bi-metal thermostat 216731001, Replaces 7216731001

$73.99
$92.64
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FROST OR ICE BUILDUP CAUSED BY AN INCOMPLETE DEFROST CYCLE

Frigidaire / Electrolux Refrigerator Defrost bi-metal thermostat 216731001, Fixes Frost or ice buildup caused by an incomplete defrost cycle

Genuine OEM refrigerator/freezer defrost bi-metal thermostat.

Part 216731001Replaces 7216731001Frigidaire / Electrolux
Guaranteed to Fit — or your money back.
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Part Number216731001
Replaces7216731001
ManufacturerFrigidaire / Electrolux
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Part TypeDefrost bi-metal thermostat

✅ Cross Reference Information

Current Part Number216731001
Replaces7216731001

Common Symptoms

  • Freezer evaporator coils frozen
  • Refrigerator or freezer not defrosting
  • Frost or ice buildup
  • Refrigerator runs constantly

Check Before Replacing

  • With power disconnected, test the thermostat for continuity according to the appliance service procedure; a defective thermostat may show no continuity when it should be closed at defrost temperature.
  • Confirm that the installed component is located on or attached to the evaporator area before testing.

Pro Tip

Verify the complete refrigerator model number before ordering because this thermostat fits only selected models.

Part Details

Part Number216731001
Part TypeDefrost bi-metal thermostat
ManufacturerFrigidaire / Electrolux
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Primary FunctionProtects the evaporator from overheating during the defrost cycle.

Installation Notes

  • Disconnect electrical power before installation.
  • Safely store food that could deteriorate while the appliance is powered off.
  • Wear work gloves when servicing the refrigerator.

Verified Compatible Models

FCGM181RQBA, FCGM181RQBB, FCRS181RQBA, FCRS181RQBB, KCBM180RQYA, KCBM180RQYB, KCGM180RQYA, KCGM180RQYB, 970448020, 970448021, 970448023, CCV17RFLW0, CCV17RFLW1, EI32AR65JS0, EI32AR65JS1, EI32AR80QSA, FCRS201RFB4, FCRS201RFB5, KRS221LGW1, MRA17X6DW7, MRA17X6DW9, MRA17X6HW7, E32AR75DCP0

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.

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101 Trillium Dr
Kitchener, Ontario N2E 1W8
Phone
1-877-899-7278
Hours
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7216731001

970448020, 970448021, 970448023, CCV17RFLW0, CCV17RFLW1, E32AR75DCP0, EI32AR65JS0, EI32AR65JS1, EI32AR80QSA, FCGM181RQBA, FCGM181RQBB, FCRS181RQBA, FCRS181RQBB, FCRS201RFB4, FCRS201RFB5, KCBM180RQYA, KCBM180RQYB, KCGM180RQYA, KCGM180RQYB, KRS221LGW1, MRA17X6DW7, MRA17X6DW9, MRA17X6HW7