Replacing Light bulb in a Frige

Light doesn't work

1. Light bulb

If your refrigerator light does not power on, the first thing to replace would logically be the light bulb itself.

1. Light assembly

If your refrigerator light does not power on and you have replaced the bulb, this is an indication that the light assembly may have malfunctioned and will require replacement.

1. Light switch

If you notice that your refrigerator lights are not working, replace your refrigerator light bulb. If this does not correct the issue, proceed to check the power light switch.

1. Door switch

If your refrigerator light is not working and it is not the bulb itself or the power light switch, the next thing to check is the door switch. This can be checked for continuity with an ohm meter. If there is no continuity present, the door switch will need to be replaced.

1. Light socket

If your refrigerator light is not working after replacing the light bulb, check for a possible damaged light socket. If the socket is faulty, replace the part to get your refrigerator light to power on again.

1. Light board

If the refrigerator light is not working the light board could be defective. The LEDs on this board are not repairable, so the entire board will need to be replaced.

Time to unplug the refrigerator. We need to check the compressor, start capacitor and start relay. If you do not unplug the internal overload inside the compressor will be damaged.
Your refrigerator has a control board located on back behind a cover that is tightened in place with sheet metal screws. With the refrigerator unplugged I want you to open the cover and examine each side of the board for burn marks or loose solder connections. IF you are not comfortable to do it. its time for the fridge to be service and replace burn our parts.

While replacing the cooktop light can be done by accessing the cover on the bottom of the oven, replacing the cavity light will require you to pull the oven from the wall and remove the outer cover.

The installation instructions are very handy in this case, and it's best to have two people since the microwave can be heavy and awkward.

You can download GE owner's manuals and installation instructions here.

You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here.

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That's on page 33 of the owner's manual. If you've misplaced yours, it's archived online here.

Cooktop Light/
Night Light

Replace the burned-out
bulb with a 40-watt
incandescent bulb
(WB36X10003), available
from your GE supplier.

1 To replace the bulb(s),
first disconnect the power
at the main fuse or circuit
breaker panel or pull the
plug.
2 Remove the screw from
light cover and lower
the cover.
3 Be sure the bulb(s) to be
replaced are cool before
removing. After breaking
the adhesive seal, remove
the bulb by gently turning.
4 Replace the screw.
Connect electrical power
to the oven.

Oven Light

Replace the burned-out
bulb with a 40-watt
incandescent bulb
(WB36X10003), available
from your GE supplier.

1 To replace the oven light,
first disconnect the power
at the main fuse or circuit
breaker panel or pull the
plug.
2 Remove the top grille by
taking out the 2 screws
that hold it in place.
3 Next, remove the screw
located above the door
near the center of the
oven that secures the
light housing.
4 Replace the screw.
Connect electrical power
to the oven.

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Dispenser
Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulb is located on the dispenser
under the control panel.
Remove the light bulb by turning
it counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
same size and wattage.
Plug the refrigerator back in and you are ready to go!
Thanks, Sea Breeze

main bulb is ge part # AP2006861 and is a 60 watt common light bulb/the dispenser bulb is a g.e. part # of AP3884244 and you should be able to get these at a grocery store or ace hardware

Use the correct wattage bulbs. If they fail often then you may need to get it checked by an electrician.
Filament bulbs easily burn out. What you can do is to buy cheap bulbs and replace as soon as they burn. This is the problem which is why tube lights and LEDs were invented!

It snaps in place by lifting the plastic cover. Then when you replace push it in then down. It has two tabs one on each end.

Here is the GE download page for your manual. Page 35 of your  manual gives the light bulb replacment instructions. 

http://genet.geappliances.com/DocSearch/Dispatcher

I need to make sure that your refrigerator model and make numbers are listed correctly. Im having trouble with the information listed above your comments. I have GE data base and want you to look at the hyper link listed below.  and let me know if this or I can help lead you in the correct direction, Thanks, Sea Breeze
http://www.appliance-parts-warehouse.com/general-electric-parts/General-Electric-Refrigerator-Parts-Page-6901.cfm