







[Lifetime Warranty] WR51X10055 Refrigerator Defrost Heater, WR55X10025 Temperature Sensor and WR50X10068 Defrost Thermostat Replacement - Compatible with GE Hotpoint Refrigerators
WR51X10055 Refrigerator Defrost Heater, WR55X10025 Temperature Sensor and WR50X10068 Defrost Thermostat
Key Features
- Complete three-piece defrost system repair kit.
- Defrost Heater WR51X10055: 725-watt glass tube heating element with a metal shield. Melts frost and ice from the evaporator coils.
- Temperature Sensor WR55X10025: Monitors the refrigerator's internal temperature and sends readings to the electronic control board.
- Defrost Thermostat WR50X10068: Bi-metal thermostat that clips onto the evaporator tubing. It prevents overheating by cutting power to the defrost heater at a set temperature. Rated L140-30F.
Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers
- WR51X10055 Defrost Heater & Bracket Assembly: AP3183311, PS303781, AH303781, EA303781, WR51X10030, 914088, ERWR51X10055, SH323
- WR55X10025 Temperature Sensor: AP3185407, PS304103, AH304103, EA304103, WR50X10027, WR50X10034, WR50X10067, 914093, WR55X10025B, WR55X10026
- WR50X10068 Defrost Thermostat: AP3884317, PS1017716, AH1017716, EA1017716, EAP1017716, WR50X10028, WR50X10015, 1170024, WR50X10079, WR50X10068B
Compatibility & Fitment
- Designed for specific refrigerator models from brands including General Electric, Hotpoint, and Kenmore.
- Verify compatibility by matching your appliance's model number with the required part numbers.
When to Replace
- Excessive frost or ice buildup on the freezer's back panel or evaporator coils.
- Refrigerator section is not cooling while the freezer remains cold.
- Appliance is leaking water onto the floor.
- Error codes related to the defrost system are displayed.
Installation Tips
- Disconnect the refrigerator from its power source before beginning installation.
- Wear protective gloves to prevent injury.
- Photograph the original wiring configuration for reference before disconnecting components.
- Use a hairdryer to gently melt any existing frost on the coils for easier removal of old parts.
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Description
WR51X10055 Refrigerator Defrost Heater, WR55X10025 Temperature Sensor and WR50X10068 Defrost Thermostat
Key Features
- Complete three-piece defrost system repair kit.
- Defrost Heater WR51X10055: 725-watt glass tube heating element with a metal shield. Melts frost and ice from the evaporator coils.
- Temperature Sensor WR55X10025: Monitors the refrigerator's internal temperature and sends readings to the electronic control board.
- Defrost Thermostat WR50X10068: Bi-metal thermostat that clips onto the evaporator tubing. It prevents overheating by cutting power to the defrost heater at a set temperature. Rated L140-30F.
Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers
- WR51X10055 Defrost Heater & Bracket Assembly: AP3183311, PS303781, AH303781, EA303781, WR51X10030, 914088, ERWR51X10055, SH323
- WR55X10025 Temperature Sensor: AP3185407, PS304103, AH304103, EA304103, WR50X10027, WR50X10034, WR50X10067, 914093, WR55X10025B, WR55X10026
- WR50X10068 Defrost Thermostat: AP3884317, PS1017716, AH1017716, EA1017716, EAP1017716, WR50X10028, WR50X10015, 1170024, WR50X10079, WR50X10068B
Compatibility & Fitment
- Designed for specific refrigerator models from brands including General Electric, Hotpoint, and Kenmore.
- Verify compatibility by matching your appliance's model number with the required part numbers.
When to Replace
- Excessive frost or ice buildup on the freezer's back panel or evaporator coils.
- Refrigerator section is not cooling while the freezer remains cold.
- Appliance is leaking water onto the floor.
- Error codes related to the defrost system are displayed.
Installation Tips
- Disconnect the refrigerator from its power source before beginning installation.
- Wear protective gloves to prevent injury.
- Photograph the original wiring configuration for reference before disconnecting components.
- Use a hairdryer to gently melt any existing frost on the coils for easier removal of old parts.























