Defrost heater
Replaces 242044020
Melts frost off the cooling coils. Frost buildup and a warm fridge point here.
Frigidaire FFHT1826LS2: 10 replacement parts, including the defrost heater (242044008) and the defrost bi-metal thermostat (5303918202). Parts list from Sears PartsDirect, checked November 15, 2026.
Replaces 242044020
Melts frost off the cooling coils. Frost buildup and a warm fridge point here.
Senses temperature so the fridge cycles on and off.
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
Replaces 241872506
A gasket that doesn't seal lets warm air in and frost build up.
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
Replaces 241555401
The light bulb this model takes.
Crisper drawers, shelves and door bins made for this fridge.
Crisper drawers, shelves and door bins made for this fridge.
Crisper drawers, shelves and door bins made for this fridge.
1Defrost heater242044008
2Thermostat5303918202
3Roller assembly241889002
4Gasket242193213Part numbers come from the Sears PartsDirect parts list for the Frigidaire FFHT1826LS2 (view the list), checked November 15, 2026. Amazon buttons open a search for the part number; we may earn a commission.
Inside the fresh food section, on a side wall or the ceiling near the light. Some models: behind the kick plate at the bottom.