Gibson Refrigerator Elements and Burners

This part is located at the bottom of the evaporator. The defrost heater heats the evaporator in the defrost mode of operation to keep the cooling coils from frosting over. The thermostat must be replaced when replacing the defrost heater.

The defrost heater is similar to the burners on an electric stove. It's located just beneath the cooling coils, which are concealed behind a panel in the freezer compartment. The heater gets hot. And, because it's close to the cooling coils, any ice or frost build-up melts.

Essential for maintaining efficient frost control, this genuine OEM defrost heater assembly helps keep your refrigerator operating at peak performance by melting ice buildup from the evaporator coils during automatic defrost cycles. Its high-wattage heating element delivers consistent, reliable heat to ensure proper airflow and prevent cooling blockages. Designed as a complete replacement solution...

The defrost heater keeps the cooling coils from frosting over.

The defrost heater will get hot and melt any ice or frost build up around the coils.

This genuine OEM refrigerator defrost heater kit is designed to melt frost buildup from the evaporator coils during the defrost cycle, helping maintain proper airflow and consistent cooling performance. By preventing excess ice accumulation, it supports efficient operation of both the freezer and fresh food sections. Ideal for replacing a failed heater, it helps restore normal temperature control ...

This part is located at the bottom of the evaporator. The defrost heater heats the evaporator in the defrost mode of operation to keep the cooling coils from frosting over.

The defrost heater keeps the cooling coils from frosting over.

The defrost heater keeps the cooling coils from frosting over.