GE GTS22KYNRS Repair Guide
A large 21.9 cu ft top-freezer with a factory ice maker — the configuration that gives the most storage per dollar and has the fewest things to go wrong.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freezer cold, fridge warm | Evaporator fan or blocked air duct | Replace fan; clear the duct | — | $185–$375 |
| Not cooling at all | Start relay, overload or cold control | Replace relay or control | — | $145–$325 |
| Frost building through the freezer | Defrost heater or door gasket | Replace as diagnosed | — | $155–$400 |
| Water in the fresh food section | Defrost drain clogged | Flush the drain tube | — | $110–$240 |
| Ice maker not filling | Inlet valve or ice maker module | Replace valve or maker | — | $170–$380 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Service mode | Panel sequence enters diagnostics |
| FF | Freezer fan fault |
| dEF | Defrost circuit fault |
Tech notes
Large top-freezers are the value repair of the category — high capacity, simple mechanics, and almost everything outside the sealed system is worth fixing.
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.
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