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Not unusual for the solenoid actuator for the metal arm of the icetray auger to seize up. It is located above the actuator stirrup at the back of the freezer - the actuator pin gets froze up and seizes and the solenoid melts down. Part Links below:

Source: sears model number 363.58067890

Since it is a running capacitor, it should have no bearing on the starting of the compressor - it's purpose is to "phase" the start winding after it is running to reduce the power factor and consumption rate. The compressor should start and run with that cap disconnected, or you have an issue with the relay (ptc) or the compressor itself.

Source: compressor question

This little video explains the ADC system used in GE's newer top-mount refrigerators, the so-called "TMNF" line.  Example model numbers are:

GTH/HTH 16 cuft
GTH/HTH 17 cuft
GTH/DTH/GTS/PTS 18 cuft

In the video, I explain I how this ADC works and how to put it into manual defrost mode.  (Short answer:  Press the fresh food door switch 3 times within 5 seconds and close the FF door when the control is not in defrost or dwell.)

Check the voltage going to the condenser fan, should have +12vdc on the red wire with your common probe on the white wire.  Make the measurement with the fan connected.  Easiest to check it at the muthaboard.  See this reference:








If you have a good power supply to the fan, then replace the condenser fan motor ==> http://www.repaircli...4X10055/1093723


More background info on GE fan motors here ==> http://appliantology...-and-condenser/

Source: Condenser Fan running slowly. Compressor very hot. '05 GE bottom mount.

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LG Refrigerator LFX25960ST - Reviewed the Service Manual But Cant Figure Out Fill Key

I just reviewed the service manual for the Ice Maker Diagnosis but I cant figure out which button is the Fill Key as stated in the service manual....
The function test of the ice maker is started by hold the fill key for 3 seconds....I just dont know where the fill key is.




Thanks for any help!

Press the *round* cube size selector button for 3 seconds to initiate icemaker test mode/cycle.

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Source: LG Refrigerator LFX25960ST - Reviewed the Service Manual But Cant Figure Out Fill Key