Parts for TFU12M4AW4 — Tappan Freezer

We found 24 parts confirmed to fit the Tappan Freezer TFU12M4AW4.

Compatibility table

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Common failure areas on this model

The confirmed parts above group into a handful of failure areas. Here is what each points to and how to check it before you order anything.

Storage, trim and cosmetic hardware

Symptom: A cracked shelf, broken door bin, worn hinge, or missing trim piece -- cosmetic and storage wear rather than a functional breakdown.

Check: Match the physical dimensions and mounting tabs of the old part before ordering; these pieces are often model-specific even between visually similar models.

Parts in this group on TFU12M4AW4: 216294304 (Panel-toe Pl), 216334000 (Freezer Door Shelf Rail End Cap, Right), 216334100 (Freezer Door Shelf Rail End Cap, Left), 3017682 (Freezer Handle Insert), 216446900 (Frigidaire Refrigerator Door Handle (White)), 216835200 (Top Hinge Kit), 3091418 (Support), 08037928 (Support), 297001500 (White-Westinghouse Freezer Shelf Support), 5304512272 (Freezer Drain Tube), 297006800 (Freezer Door Hinge Bearing), 5303161215 (Screw), 5303212828 (Freezer Inner Door Panel Rivet 5303212828).

General hardware and mounting parts

Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.

Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.

Parts in this group on TFU12M4AW4: 216108501 (Molding), 216250200 (Front), 216097800 (Molding), 216388700 (Key), 5303925437 (Door Lock Kit with Key), 5309950074 (Freezer Breather Valve), 216008900 (Start Relay Device), 297147700 (Gibson Freezer Door Key 297147700), 5303305324 (Touch Paint).

Heat control (thermostats, fuses, heating element)

Symptom: The appliance runs but heats or cools inconsistently, or shuts off partway through a cycle.

Check: With the appliance unplugged, check continuity across the part with a multimeter -- no continuity means it has failed.

Parts in this group on TFU12M4AW4: 216260400 (Temperature Control Thermostat).

Water inlet and drainage

Symptom: The unit isn't getting water when it should, or isn't draining or pumping it out when it should.

Check: Check the valve or pump for a clog or jammed object, and confirm the hose isn't kinked, restricted, or routed higher than the unit allows.

Parts in this group on TFU12M4AW4: 5308005500 (Freezer Drain Hose Adapter).

Before you buy

Match TFU12M4AW4 exactly against the model and serial plate on the appliance itself before ordering anything — a single mismatched character can point to a different production run with different parts. Then check the part number printed or stamped on the part you are replacing against the part numbers in the table above; the printed number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment when a model has gone through multiple production runs. RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly — every part link above routes to an Amazon search for that part number so you can compare current listings and sellers yourself.

How to confirm this is your model

Check inside a door opening, on a back or side panel, or behind a removable panel or drawer for a label printed with the model and serial number. Match every character exactly, including letters and dashes at the end — appliance model numbers often have similar prefixes but different suffixes for different production runs.

Neighbouring Tappan Freezer models

These model numbers sort next to this one in the catalog and are usually the same product family.

• TFU12M4EW0 — 17 parts
• TFU14M5AW0 — 24 parts
• TFU14M5AW1 — 27 parts
• TFU14M5AW2 — 22 parts
• TFU14M5AW3 — 21 parts
• TFU12M4AW2 — 22 parts
• TFU12M4AW1 — 23 parts
• TFU12M4AW0 — 21 parts
• TFU12M0AW4 — 18 parts
• TFU12M0AW3 — 16 parts

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