Defrost heater
Melts frost off the cooling coils. Frost buildup and a warm fridge point here.
Frigidaire LFHT1831QF4: 10 replacement parts, including the defrost heater (242044008) and the evaporator thermistor (5303918645). Parts list from Sears PartsDirect, checked November 15, 2026.
Melts frost off the cooling coils. Frost buildup and a warm fridge point here.
Replaces 242290506
Senses temperature so the fridge cycles on and off.
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
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.
A stopped fan means warm sections and frost on the coils.
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
2Thermistor5303918645
3Roller assembly241889001
4Door gasket242193212Part numbers come from the Sears PartsDirect parts list for the Frigidaire LFHT1831QF4 (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.