How to Replace a Frigidaire Refrigerator's AS-17 Relay Switch

A relay switch on any model refrigerator, including a Frigidaire, is part of the compressor. Along with other elements, it helps to heat and cool the gas responsible for maintaining the temperature inside the refrigerator. The relay is an electrical switch that turns the compressor on and off based on signals from the thermostat. Replacing the switch may be a first step in troubleshooting problems with a compressor that fails to turn off.

Needle-nose pliers

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the refrigerator from the electrical outlet and push it away from the wall. You need enough space to work behind the appliance. The relay switch sits at the bottom of the unit.
- 2
  Grasp the sides of the kick plate on the bottom of the rear panel and pull up to remove it.
- 3
  Pull open the terminal cover to access the relay switch. The terminal cover sits to the right just under the kick plate. It is a small box with wires going in the side.
- 4
  Grab the relay switch with your fingers and pull back to remove it. The relay switch sits at the bottom of the terminal box.
- 5
  Remove the wire connector from the switch with needle-nose pliers. Connect the wire to the replacement switch and push it into the terminal box. Close the cover and reattach the kick plate and then.plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet. The compressor will run initially but should turn off when the refrigerator reaches the proper temperature.

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