XPARTCO WR50X10068 Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat

WR50X10068 Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat – Replacement for GE, Hotpoint, and Kenmore Product Overview This Defrost Thermostat is a replacement part designed for use in select GE refrigerator models. This component acts as a safety device in the refrigerator's defrost system, preventing the freezer from overheating during the defrost cycle. It works by monitoring the temperature of the evaporator coil and turning off the defrost heater when the coil gets warm enough, thus safeguarding the freezer from getting too hot.  Defrost thermostat for refrigerator or freezer L140-30F. 6" long wire, wire connectors not included. Replaces Part Numbers This thermostat replaces WR50X10068, WR50X10015, WR50X10017, WR50X10018, WR50X10028, WR50X10051, WR50X10052, WR50X10053, WR50X10054, WR50X10074, WR50X10075, WR50X10079, L140-30F, AH1017716, EA1017716, AP3884317, PS1017716.  It is designed to match OEM performance and fit in a wide range of GE and GE-built refrigerator models. Compatible Brands