Is This the Part You Need?
A worn or torn freezer door gasket breaks the airtight seal your refrigerator depends on. When that seal fails, warm air floods in continuously — forcing the compressor to run overtime, spiking your energy bill, and accelerating food spoilage. If your freezer feels warm, frosts unevenly, or you can feel cold air escaping around the door, the gasket is almost certainly the cause. Confirm your model number below before ordering.
Symptoms of a Failed Freezer Door Gasket
- Freezer compartment not staying cold
- Frost or ice buildup around the door frame
- Condensation or moisture on the outside of the door
- Compressor running constantly or more than usual
- Visible tears, cracks, or stiff/brittle sections in the gasket
- Cold air escaping — you can feel a draft around the door edge
- Higher than normal electricity bills
Part Details
- OEM Part Number: 242193212
- Colour: Black
- Fits Brand: Frigidaire, Electrolux
- Application: Refrigerator freezer door gasket / door seal
- Condition: New OEM
- Country of Origin: Canada
Installation Notes
- Skill Level: Beginner-friendly — no special tools required for most models
- Disconnect power to the refrigerator before beginning installation
- Warm the new gasket in warm water for 10–15 minutes before installing — this makes the rubber pliable and helps it seat evenly
- Work around the door in sections, pressing the gasket lip firmly into the door channel
- After installation, close the door and check the seal by placing a piece of paper at several points around the frame — you should feel resistance when pulling it out
- Allow 24 hours for the gasket to fully conform to the door before final assessment
Compatible Models
Please verify your model number matches this part before ordering. Refer to the parts diagram below to confirm item placement.
💡 Pro Tip — Test the Old Gasket Before You Order:
Close the freezer door on a dollar bill or sheet of paper. If you can pull it out with little or no resistance, the gasket has lost its seal and needs replacing. Do this test at multiple points around the door — a gasket can fail in one spot while appearing fine elsewhere. While you have the door open, also inspect the door hinges: a sagging door puts uneven pressure on the gasket and will wear out a new one prematurely. Tighten or replace worn hinges at the same time for a lasting repair.
Close the freezer door on a dollar bill or sheet of paper. If you can pull it out with little or no resistance, the gasket has lost its seal and needs replacing. Do this test at multiple points around the door — a gasket can fail in one spot while appearing fine elsewhere. While you have the door open, also inspect the door hinges: a sagging door puts uneven pressure on the gasket and will wear out a new one prematurely. Tighten or replace worn hinges at the same time for a lasting repair.
✅Compatibility & Cross Reference
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