{"product_id":"883712p-genuine-fisher-and-paykel-fridge-control-thermostat","title":"883712P Genuine Fridge Control Thermostat for Fisher \u0026 Paykel Fridges, Cabinet Temperature Thermostat, Packed Service Part","description":"\u003cp\u003eFisher \u0026amp; Paykel's genuine control thermostat 883712P regulates cabinet temperature by starting and stopping the cooling cycle in line with the dial setting. It's one of several F\u0026amp;P control thermostats with near identical descriptions, including 883709P, and each suits particular models. With no model list on file, match the number on the old thermostat or your fridge's parts list, or send us the model and serial number to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSigns of a faulty fridge thermostat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the thermostat is a small bellows linked to a sensing tube clipped near the evaporator or in the cabinet. As the temperature changes, the gas in the tube expands or contracts and flicks a set of contacts. Worn contacts or a leaking capillary leave the fridge either warm with the compressor sitting idle, or running constantly with milk and salad freezing. Some owners notice the fridge only works on the coldest setting. A multimeter across the terminals can confirm whether the contacts are switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePart details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Fisher \u0026amp; Paykel part 883712P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl thermostat for refrigeration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate number from 883709P, check before swapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked service part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting tips for the thermostat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off and unplug before removing the control housing. Take a clear photo of the wiring, then free the capillary tube from its clips, noting the exact position and depth it sits at. Feed the new tube into the same place without kinking it, reconnect the wires as per your photo and refit the housing. Leave the fridge running overnight on a mid setting and check the temperature with a thermometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use 883709P instead?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly if your model's parts list allows it. The two share a description but carry different numbers, which usually points to a different temperature range or fitting. Check the number printed on your old thermostat and order that one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fisher \u0026 Paykel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44551433388110,"sku":"883712P","price":135.44,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/partsshop.com.au\/products\/883712p-genuine-fisher-and-paykel-fridge-control-thermostat","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}