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Refrigerator Defrost Heater (replaces 242044008) 242044020

Refrigerator Defrost Heater (replaces 242044008) 242044020

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Part #242044020

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$66.26 | 
8% OFF Phone Price : $72.26
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60-day return policy
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Replacement information
Part #242044008

Part Information

Helpful DIY instructions: Installation guide and video.

This defrost heater (part number 242044020) is for refrigerators.

Defrost heater 242044020 melts frost from the evaporator fins during the automatic defrost cycle.

Safely store any food that could deteriorate while the power is off. Unplug the refrigerator before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.

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Reviews

Fast shipping and easy install
November 25, 2020

To install this part took about 20 minutes. That hardest part was getting the clips to come off the old one and put them on the new one. No issues with fridge after install

Jcf2020, Knightdale, NC

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Ease of Installation
Easy
Duration of Installation
Less than 30 minutes

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Seems to work as it should
September 28, 2020

Installation was straightforward after watching Sears' video.

BRez, Russellville AR

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Ease of Installation
Easy
Duration of Installation
30 minutes - 1 hour

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Refrigerator Defrost Heater
July 28, 2020

Very happy with the part that I received from your store!

Undisclosed, Uniontown, Al

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Ease of Installation
Very Easy
Duration of Installation
Less than 30 minutes

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Correct part
May 29, 2018

Took about 10 minutes to install and worked good!!!!

Me m a m w, Texas

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Ease of Installation
Very Easy
Duration of Installation
Less than 30 minutes

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