{"product_id":"frigidaire-refrigerator-defrost-timer-102397-1-genuine-oem","title":"Frigidaire Defrost Timer 102397-1 – Stops Frost Buildup on Evaporator Coils","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,0.82) 60%,rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 100%),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:36px 32px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 28px 0;color:#fff;}\n.hero-banner h2{margin:0 0 6px 0;font-size:1.55em;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.hero-banner .label{display:inline-block;background:#c8a400;color:#000;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.hero-specs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px;}\n.hero-specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,0.13);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.25);border-radius:4px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:0.82em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.pro-tip{background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #c8a400;padding:16px 20px;border-radius:6px;margin:24px 0;color:#f0f0f0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.6;}\n.pro-tip strong{color:#c8a400;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eGenuine OEM Replacement Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrigidaire Defrost Timer 102397-1 – Stops Frost Buildup on Evaporator Coils\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eReplaces: 102396-1 · 102397 · 102398\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eAlso: 110409 · 199D688H01 · 2656D71H04 · 27039-2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFrigidaire · Kenmore · Gibson · Kelvinator · Tappan · Westinghouse\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003e120V Defrost Timer\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eFrost Blocking Your Evaporator Coils? A Failed Defrost Timer Is the Most Common Cause.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the defrost timer fails, the automatic defrost cycle stops — ice accumulates on the evaporator coils, airflow is blocked, and the refrigerator loses its ability to cool. The 102397-1 is the OEM replacement defrost timer for Frigidaire, Electrolux, Kenmore, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, and Westinghouse top-mount and bottom-mount refrigerators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSymptoms of a Failed Defrost Timer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrost or ice buildup on the back wall of the freezer compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefrigerator not cooling properly despite the freezer feeling cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefrigerator never enters defrost cycle — or runs defrost continuously\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEvaporator coils completely iced over\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFan running but no cold air circulating into the fridge section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 102397-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 102396-1, 102397, 102398, 110409, 199D688H01, 2656D71H04, 27039-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120V\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controls the automatic defrost cycle to prevent frost buildup on evaporator coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Brands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frigidaire, Electrolux, Kenmore, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Westinghouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e💡 Pro Tip — Replace the Defrost Thermostat at the Same Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  If your evaporator coils were heavily iced over, the defrost thermostat (limit thermostat) may have been stressed or damaged. Replacing both the timer and thermostat together during the same service call saves a return trip and ensures the full defrost circuit is restored to spec.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate — basic appliance repair experience recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDisconnect power to the refrigerator before beginning any repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe defrost timer is typically located behind the temperature control panel or at the back of the freezer compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNote the wiring positions before disconnecting the old timer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAfter installation, manually advance the timer to verify the defrost cycle initiates correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis part fits many Frigidaire, Kenmore, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, and Westinghouse top-mount and bottom-mount refrigerators. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm fitment for your specific model number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489\" alt=\"102397-1 Defrost Timer – Parts Diagram\" style=\"width:600px;max-width:100%;display:block;margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"model-link-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kitchenaid-refrigerator-parts-canada\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eREFRIGERATOR\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/frigidaire-dryer-gibson-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eGIBSON\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/electrolux-dryer-parts-canada\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eELECTROLUX\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Frigidaire","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":52606271914273,"sku":"102397-1","price":149.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Used","offer_id":52617909731617,"sku":"102397-1","price":81.67,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/s-l400_63_0a012c16-24f2-479e-9fab-7cb51d183061.png?v=1777132637","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/frigidaire-refrigerator-defrost-timer-102397-1-genuine-oem","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}