Why does my fridge keep defrosting itself?

Turn the thermostat up on the freezer. An excessively low temperature point within the freezer will cause it to defrost constantly since it is overcompensating for the set thermostat.

Why is my GE refrigerator defrosting?

There are four things that can cause a defrost problem on a GE electronic refrigerator and they are the main board, the defrost thermostat, the evaporator thermistor and the defrost heater. Follow the directions below to diagnose which of the four parts are bad. 1. Disconnect the refrigerator.

How do you reset the defrost timer on a GE refrigerator?

To reset the refrigerator defrost timer, Tepte simply states to locate the circular notch on the timer and turn it counterclockwise with a flathead screwdriver. It needs to be turned until the fan stops, which means your fridge has reset the defrost button.

How often should refrigerator self defrost?

every 20-30 minutes
The refrigerator fresh food section defrosts automatically by means of a thermostat affixed to the evaporator coils every time the unit cycles off (usually every 20-30 minutes). However, the freezer compartment must be manually defrosted whenever frost becomes 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick.

How long does a refrigerator stay in defrost mode?

approximately 25 to 45 minutes
During defrost there will be no running sounds, no fan noise and no compressor noise. Most models will defrost for approximately 25 to 45 minutes, usually once or twice a day. You may hear water dripping or sizzling as it hits the heater.

How often does a GE refrigerator go into defrost mode?

every 8 to 10 hours
The automatic defrost cycle generally runs every 8 to 10 hours and it lasts for approximately 25 minutes. The defrost cycle may last longer on some models. The defrost water drains down into the drain pan located underneath the refrigerator and the heat created by the compressor evaporates the water.

How often does a self defrosting refrigerator defrost?

Auto-Defrost freezers incorporate a timer and many times a heater to assist in defrosting the evaporator. These defrost cycles will also typically occur 2-3 times within a 24 hour period.