How to Replace a Fridge Freezer Light Push Button Switch - Indesit

Make and Model of Fridge Freezer Used in This Video

Indesit IBD5515S1 (769991603461)
Indesit IBD5515S1 (869991603460)

Part Used in This Video

Fridge and Freezer Light Push Button Switch

Key Moments in the Video

0:14 - Tools needed
0:31 - Removing old temperature control knob switch
0:38 - Removing thermostat unit/housing
1:03 - Removing existing wiring
1:14 - Installing new light push button switch
1:09 - Removing existing thermostat centre post
1:38 - Re-attaching thermostat unit/housing
2:23 - Re-attaching temperature control knob switch

Video Transcript

All you’ll need is a pair of long nose pliers, a 14mm socket if you have one and a Phillips screwdriver.

Firstly, eliminate all power to the fridge freezer.

Remove any items and the shelves to make things easier and for us to access the thermostat unit.

Then, remove the temperature dial.

You'll find a nut that can be removed with the 14mm socket or a pair of long-nose pliers to loosen it and unscrew it.

With your Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the long screw holding the thermostat unit in place.

Remove the plastic pusher by pressing it forward against the switch and then removing it.

Now remove the two blue wires with your long nose pliers, or by hand.

With your new light push button switch, re-connect the blue neutral wires to either side of the switch. You can then attach the new light push button switch to the housing and re-attach your plastic pusher.

Now we need to put the thermostat unit back in place. To make this easier, firstly thread the metal piece (circled in orange) from the thermostat through the other side. Then, re-screw the nut back on.