Where is the defrost module for a maytag refrigerator (model msd2756dew) located?

If you have an MFI2569VEB/2 refrigerator, there is no defrost timer. The defrost function is controlled by an electronic control board located in a compartment on the back of the refrigerator. The tech sheet will be in the top hinge cover for the right door, and will show how to troubleshoot. Be sure to unplug the refrigerator prior to making any checks from the board.

This model Maytag has a defrost control board and not a defrost timer. Your control board is located at the top of your refrigerator behind the display.

There are three magor parts that control the defrost on your model MSD2756DEW Refrigerator. The=> MSD2756DEW Controls are inside the fresh food compartment and behind the controls on the top shelf. In that photo is position 13 That is your ADC or adaptive defrost control part number=> 61005988


This is most likely the reason for not defrosting and causing the evaporator to ice over. The next part is the=> 61006199 Defrost Heater with Defrost Thermostat

Here is a PDF of a Maytag MZD2766GES and it has the same parts as yours so click here=> Maytag MZD2766GES Just use it for illistration or parts. Click here=> Defrost Heater Assembly to see that part and at bottom of page there is a short movie of how to test the defrost heater with an OHM meter. This is not hard to do if you want and I will be here if you need to ask other questions. If you have questions please let me know, Thank You, Sea Breeze

HI. This unit is not equipped with a traditional timer. Your unit has, what is called an Adaptive defrost control board. This device is used to regulate the defrosting cycle, and heater assembly. The part number is 61005988, and it is located in the control housing section of the unit, just above the heat shield section.

Click here to see a picture of the module.

Hello the clicking noise is the start relay which is mounted to the compressor, remove wires and housing pull out relay and install new one, as easy as one two three :) If you have any questions please feel free to comment again...Good Luck!!! Mike

You should just have to hold the button down for 5 seconds. Hope this helps

the relay is the ice maker , buy the kit that contains the valve and it is a complete new ice maker system.
easy to find at sears parts.
Phil

If the defrost timer is malfunctioning, and I think that unit has a mechanical timer, causing the defrost to cycle slower than it should, then yes... the coil can freeze not allowing air to pass through until the next defrost. One of the first things a repairman should check is the defrost circuit if the coil is frozen. Many times you would not notice unless you open the door alot or your freezer is quite full.

you cannot do this
just check the defrost heater and the bi metal, if they check good then the adaptive defrost control is bad

you can not manually start a defrost cycle
go to the freezer and check the heater and bimetal they are in the evaperator coil if these parts check good then replace the adaptive defrost control