IFB Refrigerator BIMETAL CLIP TYPE 10/-08

The IFB Refrigerator Defrost Bimetal Thermostat (Part Number: RF211ELBMT003 / Specification: 10/-08 Clip Type) is an authentic original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement thermal safety switch designed for select IFB frost-free refrigerators. Positioned on the evaporator coil assembly inside the freezer compartment, this bimetallic disc switch acts as an automatic safety and cycle termination control. When coil temperatures drop below its calibrated cut-in threshold (-8°C), the bimetal contacts close to enable heater energization during the defrost timer cycle. Once the frost has melted and the coil warms to +10°C, the internal disc snaps open, cutting off power to the defrost heater to prevent freezer overheating and food thawing.

Key Features

• Calibrated 10/-08 Temperature Thresholds: Engineered to close contacts at approximately -8°C and snap open at +10°C, ensuring a complete defrost cycle without overheating the cabinet.

• Integrated Spring Tube Clip: Heavy-duty stainless steel / spring metal clip mounts securely onto standard 5/16" or 3/8" aluminum evaporator suction lines for optimal thermal conductivity.

• Hermetically Sealed Waterproof Casing: Completely potted in moisture-proof epoxy inside a durable plastic/vinyl jacket to prevent condensation ingress and electrical short-circuits.

• High-Grade Insulated Lead Wires: Pre-wired with thermal-resistant silicone leads and standard terminal terminals for safe, reliable electrical connection.

Benefits

• Solves common frost-free cooling failures such as excessive ice/frost buildup on the evaporator coils, warm fresh-food compartment, or refrigerator running continuously without cooling.

• Prevents the defrost heater from running dry or overheating the freezer compartment once frost has melted.

• Direct OEM replacement ensures 100% calibrated temperature accuracy, electrical safety, and secure coil clipping without needing improvised mounts.

Applications

Designed specifically for select IFB Frost Free (FF) double-door and multi-door refrigerator models requiring a 10/-08 clip-on defrost bimetal thermostat with part number RF211ELBMT003.

What's Included

• 1 x Genuine IFB Refrigerator Defrost Bimetal Thermostat Clip Type (RF211ELBMT003)

Usage Instructions

1. Unplug the refrigerator completely from the electrical mains outlet before servicing.

2. Remove the shelves, ice maker (if equipped), and storage bins from the freezer compartment.

3. Unscrew and gently unclip the freezer rear interior plastic evaporator cover panel.

4. Locate the existing bimetal thermostat clipped onto the aluminum evaporator tubing (typically near the top or suction line).

5. Unclip the faulty bimetal from the tube and disconnect its wiring harness terminals (or cut/splice using waterproof heat-shrink connectors if direct-wired).

6. Clip the new IFB RF211ELBMT003 bimetal firmly onto the designated section of the evaporator tube, ensuring direct metal-to-metal contact for accurate temperature sensing.

7. Reconnect the wiring terminals securely, ensuring wires are kept clear of sharp fin edges and the defrost heating element.

8. Reassemble the rear evaporator cover panel, reinstall freezer shelving, restore electrical power, and allow the appliance to complete a cooling cycle.

Safety Instructions

• Always isolate the appliance from electrical power before working near the evaporator and electrical harnesses.

• Use care around the thin aluminum evaporator fins; they are sharp and bend easily.

Care Instructions

• Ensure the drain hole below the evaporator coil is clear of ice or food debris during installation to allow melted defrost water to exit freely.

Technical Specifications

Attribute	Specification
Brand	IFB
Model / Part Number	RF211ELBMT003
Component Type	Defrost Bimetal Thermostat / Thermal Switch
Operating Temperature Spec	10/-08 (Cut-Out: +10°C / Cut-In: -8°C nominal)
Mounting Style	Tube Snap Clip (Clip Type)
Voltage Rating	220–250V AC, 50 Hz
Sealing	Hermetically Epoxy Potted (Moisture Proof)
Country of Origin	India
Package Contents	1x Defrost Bimetal Thermostat