TBF17ZBB Hotpoint Refrigerator Parts List

Ice maker (refrigerator icemaker kit, the kit includes the fill cup, 4 pin wire harness adapter, and tube.)

This ice maker assembly is used to make ice in your refrigerator. The ice maker receives water from the water inlet valve and will freeze until ice cubes are formed. Once the water has been frozen the cubes will be ejected from the mold into the ice bucket. The ice maker will continue the process until the ice bucket has reached the limit. If your ice maker is not making ice you may need to replace this part. This kit includes the fill cup, 4-pin wire harness adapter, and a tube. Disconnect the power and water supply before starting your repair. This ice maker is a genuine OEM part.

Light switch (refrigerator light switch. This switch activates the refrigerator light when the door is open. It also prevents the dispenser from working if the door)

The refrigerator light switch turns the interior light off and on when you open or close the refrigerator door. The light switch also prevents the front dispenser from working if the refrigerator door is opened. If the switch has shorted out or the light bulb is not turning on when the door is open, you may need to replace the switch. This switch is white in color and measures approximately 1 1/2” L x 1 1/4” W. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to disconnect the power to the refrigerator before starting the repair.

Evaporator fan blade kit (fan blade, plastic)

Defrost timer (defrost timer. Turn the dial on the timer clockwise to advance it into and out of defrost.)

This refrigerator defrost timer will cycle for thirty minutes after every ten hours of run time.

Condenser fan motor (condenser fan motor kit, ¼” spade terminal connection. *note: If original motor has a wire harness connection see related item below.)

This condenser fan motor operates in a clockwise fashion. The fan itself has two 1/4 inch spade terminals. It carries 2 watts and 115 volts. This motor NO longer comes with cover for terminals.

Fresh food door gasket (refrigerator door gasket, brown {29"- 38"})

This brown fresh food door gasket is used to seal the refrigerator door when closed to keep the cool air inside and the room air out.

Defrost thermostat (defrost thermostat kit, 60 degrees)

This refrigerator defrost thermostat will cut out at 60 degrees Fahrenheit and kick back in when the temperature drops to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Use it for your GE brand refrigerator.

Freezer door gasket (freezer door gasket, brown {19 1/2"- 29"})

This brown door gasket is used to seal the freezer door when closed.

Fan blade with clamp (evaporator fan blade with spring clamp)

This blade attaches to the evaporator motor.

Single water valve (water inlet valve for round cube icemaker, with gasket)

This single outlet valve comes with a gasket and is intended for refrigerators that have ice makers which make round ice cubes. The water inlet valve will release water from the supply line into the ice mold and from the water dispenser in the refrigerator. If the ice maker is not making or dispensing ice, not dispensing water, or leaking, you may need to replace the water inlet valve. This water inlet valve is a genuine OEM part. Remember to disconnect the power and water supply to your refrigerator before beginning this repair.

Evaporator fan motor (evaporator (freezer) fan motor assembly)

This evaporator fan motor operates in a counter clockwise fashion. This motor's stack is 3/8 of an inch, and the motor has two terminals: one on the right side, and one on the left side. Use this evaporator fan motor for your GE brand refrigerator.

Cold control thermostat (temperature control thermostat kit)

This cold control thermostat cycles on and off regularly to keep your refrigerator cold.

Fan blade (condenser fan blade)

Defrost htr (defrost heater assembly)

GE refrigerator/freezer repair manual (GE refrigerator repair manual)

Make repairs on your own using this instructional manual from GE. This manual includes step-by-step photos, diagnostic charts, preventative maintenance, and easy to follow instructions.