Frigidaire FFTR1835VS Repair Guide
A straightforward 18.3 cu ft top-freezer sold heavily into rentals and second kitchens. Minimal electronics, cheap parts, and the sort of machine that runs fifteen years on a gasket and a relay.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not cooling at all | Start relay, overload or cold control | Replace relay or thermostat | — | $140–$320 |
| Freezer works, fridge warm | Evaporator fan or blocked air duct | Replace fan motor; clear the duct | — | $180–$360 |
| Heavy frost in the freezer | Door gasket leaking or defrost heater failure | Replace gasket or heater as diagnosed | — | $150–$400 |
| Water in the fresh food section | Defrost drain tube clogged | Flush the drain tube | — | $110–$230 |
| Runs constantly in a warm room | Dirty condenser coils | Clean the coils — often the whole repair | — | $90–$180 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| No display codes | Mechanical control platform — diagnosis is by measurement |
| Cold control | Thermostat switches the compressor directly |
Tech notes
On a machine this cheap, sealed-system work costs more than the refrigerator. Everything outside the sealed system is worth doing and these keep running for years afterwards.
Sources
Where the safety, regulatory and warranty claims on this page come from. Repair costs are our own figures based on Arizona market rates and OEM parts pricing.
- Food Safety During a Power Outage FoodSafety.gov (U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services) The 40°F threshold and the 2-hour rule for discarding perishable food.
- Stationary Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Section 608) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant handling rules and the certification required to open a sealed system.
- Section 608 Technician Certification U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Which certification type covers household refrigerators and freezers.
Cost guides for this machine’s common repairs
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