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Frigidaire Refrigerator Error Code F3

Abnormal return after defrosting: defrosting mode ends after 80 minutes.

SourceFrigidaire U20 Series Refrigerator - Service Manualp. 14-20

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Diagnostic procedure

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First diagnostic step

Measure the resistance between both terminals of the defrost heater; infinity (disconnection) or 0 ohm (short) indicates defective heater.

SourceFrigidaire U20 Series Refrigerator - Service Manualp. 14-20

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