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I started hearing the clicking noise on my GE fridge yesterday. The model number is tfx25jpcgww and serial number az248605. The freezer and fridge are getting cold, just not cold enough. I took the back panel off and cleaned the dust off of everything, but the click continues. Can you advise on what I might need to look at?
Thanks,
Jeff
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Jeff, Your refrigerator is an old classic style without any computers which is good. I believe replacement of the compressor start relay and the overload should fix that clicking, especially because it's still cooling. - The start relay Part number: AP4367793
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I also replaced the 2 470uf caps. This took care of the clicking noises and the compressor and condenser fan started right up. This also cured the problem that I was having with the ice cube/crushed dispenser.
Thanks to this site and all of the posters to this thread! :)
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Hi there,
Looks like a great forum so far
I have the same or similar issue with my refrigerator
Model: PDS22MBSABB
Im going to say its about 5-6 years old. Provided by the home builder.
A few weeks ago the fridge started to click when it wanted to turn on. It seems that with time, the longer the problem exists the longer it take for the clicking to stop and the fridge to finally catch on.
I have called GE and they right away said that it is the main board. It was funny to hear that right away but I can understand if this is a very known issue to them.
However, I have called a few service/repair guys to see if they can give away the answer over the phone. Some have said that its possible that it is the board, or thermostat, or ever the compressor.
Today I took the back panel off and I can feel one of the relays making the clicking noise, I can 99% point out the one making the noise. the relay that is making the noise is the Omron G8P-1C4P-DC12 or (G8P-1C4P-12VDC). The on that is not a perfect rectangle. Odd shape.
My question is. Can I simply buy a replacement relay and solder it onto the board or do I have to buy a new board.
OR can it be something else (compresor or thermostat)
IF is it something else, how can I further troubleshoot the issue. What can I disconnect or bypass to rule parts out that the culprit.
The reason why I don't want to call someone in to look at it is cause I am a service tech myself for a dental company but deal more with IT. I believe I can fix the problem if I can figure out which part(s) need replacement. This is why I am referring to the internet for advice.
Hopefully Gene can see this post and chime in.
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syz, Check for 120 VAC at the connector J7-9 to the terminal J8 on the main control board. If the reading is correct, replace the compressor start relay and overload. If the reading is incorrect, replace the main control board. - The start relay Part number: AP3796509
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Originally Posted by: Gene 
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Originally Posted by: syz ...If I have the connector plugged into the J7 ( I take it this is the connection from the compressor?) and I test the link from J7-9 and J8 I get a various readings on the Multimeter as low as 0.8 VAC to about 4.X VAC and no higher than 13.x VAC and at this point I do hear a clicking sound... J8 provides hot line to the compressor. J7-9 is neutral. The J7 connector should be plugged in while the wire from the J8 has to be removed. Gene.
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Thanks again. I tested the line as indicated above and it turns out that I have a faulty main board.
replaced the board and fridge is working like new.
p.s. I mean to say Gene and not Genere in my previous posts
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You are welcome. I'm glad you were able to fix it.
Thank you for the feedback.
Gene.
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I've got the click! Is the current board part# wr55x10942 AP4436215?
Model GBS22KBSABB
serial RH054332
Thank You!
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