How to Replace the Defrost Heater in the GE PSC23NGMA WW

The GE PSC23NGMAWW is a side-by-side refrigerator freezer manufactured for residential use. The defrost heater inside the freezer section helps prevent frost from building up on the inside of the cabinet. If the defrost heater is defective, the freezer may build up frost, restricting airflow inside the cabinet. The freezer and refrigerator sections will not cool properly if airflow is restricted, so replace the faulty defrost heater with a new part.

Phillips screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the power cord. Remove the shelves from the freezer compartment.
- 2
  Slide out the basket from the bottom of the freezer compartment. Lift the basket up and away from the refrigerator to remove it.
- 3
  Lift the light lens cover up and away from the freezer back panel to remove it. Unscrew the lightbulb from its socket.
- 4
  Remove the screws holding the interior back freezer panel in place. Lift the panel up and forward to remove it.
- 5
  Remove the two mounting screws holding the defrost heater to the freezer back panel.
- 6
  Unplug the two electrical connectors from the sides of the defrost heater. Remove the heater from the refrigerator.
- 7
  Plug the electrical connectors into their sockets on the new defrost heater. Position the heater at the base of the evaporator bracket. Install the two screws to hold it in place.
- 8
  Replace the freezer back panel. Install the screws to hold the panel in place.
- 9
  Replace the lightbulb in its socket. Snap the light lens cover over the bulb.
- 10
  Replace the basket and shelves.
- 11
  Plug in the power cord.

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