Hotpoint HPS15BTHRWW Repair Guide
A GE-built 15 cu ft top-freezer sold as basic, durable equipment for apartments, offices and second kitchens. Like the Amana equivalent, its simplicity is the point: no ice maker to fail, no display board to fail, and a parts list short enough that most repairs are under $250.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nothing cold, compressor silent | Start relay, overload, or temperature control | Replace start relay or cold control | — | $140–$310 |
| Freezer cold, refrigerator not | Evaporator fan motor or blocked air duct | Replace fan motor; clear the duct | — | $170–$350 |
| Heavy frost buildup in the freezer | Door gasket leaking or defrost failure | Replace gasket or defrost heater as diagnosed | — | $150–$390 |
| Water in the bottom of the fresh food section | Clogged defrost drain | Flush drain tube | — | $110–$230 |
| Compressor hot and running non-stop | Dirty condenser coils in a hot room | Clean coils; verify ambient temperature and clearances | — | $90–$190 |
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 — no stored fault codes to read |
| Cold control | Thermostat switches the compressor directly; test for continuity through its range |
Tech notes
In Arizona these end up in garages, and a garage in July is outside the design envelope for almost every domestic refrigerator. Before diagnosing a fault on a garage unit, check the ambient rating — a machine that cannot cope with 115°F is not broken, it is in the wrong room.
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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