Fresh food section warm, freezer still cold.
Tests performed- Fresh food 51°F, freezer 4°F (thermometer)
- Evaporator coil fully frosted
- Defrost heater: open circuit (OL) on meter
- Defrost thermostat: continuity OK when cold
Defrost heater failed open. Coil frosted over and blocked airflow to the fresh food section.
Coverage observations- Normal wear; no misuse observed
- No sign of pre-existing damage
- Installed and ventilated correctly
| Defrost heater assembly, OEM ×1 | [Part #] | $ — |
| Labor: install heater, manual defrost, verify temperatures | $ — |
Priced to the client's rate schedule.