If you have a GE freezer, you may have wondered what type of light bulb it uses and how to replace it if it burns out. A light bulb in your freezer can help you see the contents of your freezer and make it easier to find what you need. However, not all light bulbs are the same and you need to use the appropriate type and size for your freezer model. In this post, we’ll explore GE freezer bulb types and how to choose and change them.
GE freezer bulb types vary depending on the model and style of your freezer. Most of them are incandescent bulbs, but they also come in fluorescent and LED varieties. The wattage and base size of the bulbs also differ depending on the model and location of the light socket. The ideal light bulb for your freezer should match the original one that came with your freezer or the specifications in your owner’s manual.
Incandescent bulbs are the most common type of light bulbs used in GE freezers. They produce light by heating a filament inside a glass bulb. They are cheap, easy to find, and compatible with most freezer models. However, they also consume more energy, generate more heat, and have a shorter lifespan than other types of bulbs.
Most GE freezers use 40 watt appliance bulbs for both the fresh food and the freezer sections. These bulbs have a standard base size (E26) and a clear or frosted finish. Some examples of 40 watt appliance bulbs are:
Some GE freezers use 60 watt incandescent bulbs for the fresh food section. These bulbs have a standard base size (E26) and a clear or frosted finish. They are not specifically appliance bulbs but are standard incandescent light bulbs. Some examples of 60 watt incandescent bulbs are:
Some older GE freezers use different wattages and base sizes for their incandescent bulbs. For example:
Fluorescent bulbs are another type of light bulbs used in some GE freezers. They produce light by passing an electric current through a tube filled with gas and phosphor coating. They are more energy-efficient, cooler, and longer-lasting than incandescent bulbs. However, they are also more expensive, harder to find, and may flicker or hum.
Some newer compact refrigerator models use a 15 watt fluorescent bulb for the fresh food section. This bulb has a tube shape (T8) and a bi-pin base size (G13). An example of a 15 watt fluorescent bulb is:
LED bulbs are the newest type of light bulbs used in some GE freezers. They produce light by using light-emitting diodes that emit photons when an electric current passes through them. They are the most energy-efficient, cool, and long-lasting type of bulbs. However, they are also the most expensive, difficult to replace, and may not be compatible with all freezer models.
Some newer refrigerator models use small individual LED lights or an LED light column in the fresh food section. These types of LED lights will need to be replaced by an authorized technician.
Some newer refrigerator models use an LED bulb that is shaped like an incandescent bulb for the fresh food section. This bulb has a standard base size (E26) and a clear finish. It can be replaced without the need of a technician. An example of an LED bulb is:
To choose the right light bulb for your GE freezer, you need to check the original one that came with your freezer or refer to your owner’s manual for the specifications. You need to match the wattage, base size, shape, and type of the bulb. You can also use the model number of your freezer to search for the compatible light bulb on the GE Appliances website or other online sources.
To change the light bulb in your GE freezer, you need to follow these steps:
GE freezer bulb types are not all the same and you need to use the appropriate one for your freezer model. By choosing and changing your light bulb correctly, you can improve your freezer lighting and performance.
