Universal Defrost Klixon Clip-On

Universal Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat / Clixon

The Universal Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat / Clixon is a replacement temperature-controlled switch designed for selected refrigerators and fridge freezers that use a conventional automatic defrost system. It is normally fitted directly to the evaporator tubing, where it monitors the evaporator temperature during the defrost cycle.

The thermostat allows power to reach the defrost heater while the evaporator is cold and switches the heater circuit off once the required temperature has been reached. This helps melt accumulated frost while preventing the evaporator compartment from becoming excessively warm during defrosting.

Product Features

• Part type: Refrigerator defrost thermostat / defrost clixon
• Universal-style replacement component
• Suitable for selected refrigerators and fridge freezers
• Designed for conventional automatic defrost systems
• Clips directly onto the evaporator tubing
• Responds automatically to changes in evaporator temperature
• Controls power to the defrost heater during the defrost cycle
• Helps prevent excessive frost and ice accumulation
• Insulated wiring connections for installation inside the evaporator compartment
• Replacement for faulty, damaged, open-circuit or incorrectly switching defrost thermostats

Common Symptoms This Part May Fix

• Excessive frost or ice building up on the evaporator
• Freezer cooling while the refrigerator compartment becomes warm
• Evaporator fan becoming blocked by ice
• Refrigerator requiring frequent manual defrosting
• Defrost heater not switching on
• Defrost heater switching off too early
• Defrost cycle continuing for too long
• Cooling performance gradually becoming weaker
• Restricted airflow through the evaporator
• Defrost thermostat remaining open while the evaporator is cold

Important Fitment Note

This is a universal-style defrost thermostat and is not suitable for every refrigerator. Before ordering, compare the opening and closing temperature rating, electrical rating, wiring configuration, terminal type, mounting clip and physical dimensions with the original component. The replacement thermostat must have the correct temperature specification for the appliance.