50289234002 Genuine Fridge Thermal Fuse 73 Degree for Westinghouse Fridges BJ423T BJ503T BJ385T RJ422T RJ532T RS643T RS662T FJ383T 1449012

GenuineGenuine part supplied by the appliance manufacturer. SKU 50289234002
Original part no.
50289234002
Part grade
Genuine
Appliance
Fridge Parts
$35.99 inc GST$32.72 ex GST
Order inApprox. 5 to 15 days to arrive in store

This part is an order in item. We order it from our supplier once you place your order. It usually takes approximately 5 to 15 days to arrive in store, then we ship it to you or hold it for collection.

Tracked delivery Australia-wide Dispatched as soon as it reaches us. Approx. 5 to 15 days to arrive in store.
Delivery times by state
WA metro1 to 2 business days
WA regional2 to 5 business days
SA and NT3 to 6 business days
VIC, NSW and ACT3 to 6 business days
QLD4 to 7 business days
TAS4 to 7 business days
Remote areas5 to 10 business days

Estimated times after dispatch. Tracking details are emailed when your order ships.

Local pickup in WAMorley, Myaree or Joondalup
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Product details

Part 50289234002 is a genuine 73 degree thermal fuse assembly for Westinghouse frost free fridges. It is also catalogued as 1449012 and 1438052. Models on file include the BJ385T, BJ423S, BJ503T and BJ506T, then the RJ422T, RJ453T and RJ532T, the RS643T and RS663T, and the FJ303T and FJ383T, with 31 models listed in all.

No defrost and a frozen-over evaporator coil

A thermal fuse is a one-shot safety cut-out. On frost free fridges it is normally wired into the defrost heater circuit and mounted near the evaporator, where it opens permanently if the temperature passes its 73 degree rating. Once it opens, the defrost heater never comes on again, so ice keeps growing over the coil. The fridge section then warms up, the freezer fan may scrape on ice, and water can drip from the base. Because the fuse blows for a reason, also check the defrost thermostat and timer or control before refitting the panel.

Part details

  • Genuine Electrolux group part 50289234002
  • Also listed as 1449012 and 1438052
  • 73 degree Celsius thermal fuse assembly
  • Listed for 31 Westinghouse models in the BJ, RJ, RS and FJ series
Rating 73 degrees Celsius

Testing and fitting the fuse

Unplug the fridge and clear the freezer before removing the back panel. With a multimeter, a good thermal fuse shows continuity and a blown one reads open. Photograph how the old fuse is clipped to the coil and connected, then fit the new assembly in exactly the same place so it senses the right temperature. Let all the ice melt before powering up again.

Questions about this part

Why did my thermal fuse blow?

A thermal fuse usually opens because the defrost heater ran too long or too hot, often from a stuck defrost thermostat or a control fault. Check those parts too, or the new fuse may blow again.

Specifications

BrandElectrolux
Original part number50289234002
Part gradeGenuine : Genuine part supplied by the appliance manufacturer.
SKU50289234002
ApplianceFridge Parts
Shipping weight0.15 kg

Shipping and returns

Shipping

In-stock parts ordered before 2pm AWST on business days are dispatched the same day. We deliver Australia-wide with Australia Post and couriers, with tracking on every order.

Order in parts usually reach us within 5 to 15 days and are then dispatched to you straight away.

Local pickup is also available from our stores in Morley, Myaree and Joondalup, Western Australia. Choose Pickup at checkout and wait for your ready for collection notification before coming in.

Returns

Unused parts in original packaging can be returned within 30 days. Electrical parts that have been fitted cannot be returned unless faulty. Please check your model number before ordering.

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