General Electric wr87x30157 Evaporator

Product Description

The General Electric wr87x30157 is a refrigerator evaporator coil designed to remove heat from the interior of a refrigerator or freezer compartment. The evaporator absorbs heat from stored food and transfers it to the refrigerant circuit, allowing the compressor and condenser to expel that heat outside the cabinet. This component is an OEM-style replacement part suited for installation by appliance service technicians. It is a direct fit for GE refrigeration units that share this part number, restoring proper cooling performance when the original coil is damaged, corroded, or leaking.

Evaporator coils are found in the freezer or fresh-food section of household refrigerators and are a core component of the sealed refrigeration system. Replacement is typically required when a coil develops a refrigerant leak, shows signs of physical damage, or fails to maintain proper compartment temperatures despite a functioning compressor and refrigerant charge. This part is intended for residential refrigerator applications and is installed during sealed-system service calls.

Key Features

• OEM replacement evaporator coil for GE refrigeration units
• Restores proper heat-exchange function within the sealed refrigerant circuit
• Direct-fit design simplifies installation and reduces service time
• Suitable for freezer or fresh-food compartment evaporator applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement evaporator coil for GE residential refrigeration units. Verify fitment using the appliance model number and cross-reference against part number wr87x30157 before ordering.

Installation Notes

Evaporator coil replacement is sealed-system work and must be performed by a certified appliance technician or EPA Section 608 certified refrigeration mechanic. Disconnect power to the refrigerator before beginning any disassembly. Refrigerant must be recovered using approved recovery equipment before the old coil is removed, and the system must be properly evacuated and recharged after the new coil is installed. Do not attempt to braze or pressure-test the system without the appropriate tools and certifications.

Technical Specifications

• Part Type: Evaporator Coil
• Application: Residential Refrigerator

Standard Information

• Brand: General Electric
• Manufacturer Part Number: wr87x30157