Haier Refrigerator Repair – Canton, OH (HT18TS45SB)

A Haier refrigerator on Murray Street NW in Canton wasn’t keeping the refrigerator compartment cold enough, though the freezer worked fine. Our diagnosis revealed a failed defrost timer that wasn’t cycling the unit through proper defrost cycles.

The Problem

The customer reported that the freezer works fine, but the fridge is cool but not cold. This temperature differential between compartments pointed to a defrost system issue rather than a compressor or refrigerant problem.

Diagnosis

The defrost timer had failed and was not defrosting the fridge. When the defrost timer fails, frost builds up on the evaporator coils, blocking proper airflow to the refrigerator compartment while the freezer continues to work normally.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: WR09X29230 — Refrigerator Defrost Timer
• Work performed: Installed new defrost timer
• Result: Verified proper defrost function and timer rotation in normal operation and defrost

Is It Worth Repairing?

This Haier refrigerator repair made good financial sense. Defrost timer replacement is a straightforward repair with reliable results, and Haier units typically provide years of additional service after addressing defrost system issues. The repair cost is a fraction of replacement.

Maintenance Tips for Haier Refrigerators

• Keep condenser coils clean — Haier units with bottom-mount condensers collect dust quickly
• Check door seals regularly for proper closure to prevent frost buildup
• Avoid overloading the refrigerator compartment, which can block airflow from the freezer

Appliance Repair in Canton, OH

Canton is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve North Canton, Alliance, and Massillon. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your refrigerator needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.