How to Replace a Bulb in a Hotpoint Refrigerator

Just like any light bulb, the one in your Hotpoint refrigerator will burn out eventually. Keep in mind that you'll need to buy a special appliance bulb that is built heavier so it can withstand the cold inside of a refrigerator. A regular bulb will work, but it won't last very long, and you will be replacing it soon after putting it in. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Appliance bulb
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Instructions

    • 1

      Turn the refrigerator off by unplugging the unit from the wall.

    • 2

      Open the door of your Hotpoint and locate the bulb holder. It should be at the back of the refrigerator, and will have a plastic diffuser as a cover.

    • 3

      Remove the cover by pinching both the top and the bottom to unlatch the plastic clips. Pull the cover out and away.

    • 4

      Unscrew the bulb from the socket in a counterclockwise rotation, and replace with another appliance bulb. Screw it is clockwise until it seats firmly. The bulb generally will be in the 10-watt to 15-watt range.

    • 5

      Snap the plastic cover back on and plug the refrigerator back into the wall. Open and close the door a few times to make sure the bulb works.

Tips & Warnings

  • You can find appliance bulbs at home improvement stores, hardware stores, large retail stores and many supermarkets.

  • Be gentle when you unlatch the plastic cover. The clips could break if you are not.

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