85814398021 Genuine Defrost Heater for Electrolux Group Frost Free Fridges and Freezers, Also 1439802

Frost free fridges rely on a defrost heater to keep the cooling coil clear, and genuine Electrolux part 85814398021, also listed as 1439802, is that heater for Electrolux group fridges and freezers. It warms the evaporator coil for a short time during each defrost cycle so built-up frost melts and drains away. With no models on file, match 85814398021 or 1439802 to your old heater, or check your fridge's model and product number, before ordering.

Frost free fridge icing up and warming

In a frost free fridge, moisture in the air freezes onto the evaporator coil behind the freezer panel. Every so often the cooling stops and the defrost heater switches on to clear it. When the heater fails, ice keeps building until air can no longer pass through the coil. The freezer may still feel cold at first, but the fresh food side warms up, the fan may scrape on ice, and you might see thick frost behind the vents. A defrost thermostat, sensor or timer fault can look the same, so test the heater for continuity before ordering.

Part details

• Genuine Electrolux part 85814398021
• Also listed as 1439802
• Defrost heater for frost free fridges and freezers

Swapping the defrost heater

Unplug the fridge and move food into an esky. Remove the freezer's rear panel to reach the evaporator, and let any ice melt naturally rather than chipping at it, as a pierced coil is an expensive repair. Note how the heater is clipped and wired, fit the new one the same way, then refit the panel and let the fridge run for a full day.

Questions about this part

Is 1439802 the same part as 85814398021?

1439802 is the earlier style number linked to this defrost heater in our records, so either number on your fridge's parts list points to this part. Check your model details if you're unsure.