240494001 - Genuine OEM Frigidaire Refrigerator Button Plug, White
240494001 – Genuine OEM Frigidaire Refrigerator Button Plug, White
The 240494001 Genuine OEM Frigidaire Refrigerator Button Plug, White is an original manufacturer replacement part designed for select Frigidaire refrigerators and compatible appliance applications. This white button plug is a small but important refrigerator trim component that covers an opening in the appliance cabinet or liner, helping maintain a clean, finished appearance.
This genuine OEM Frigidaire part is also used across select appliances under brands including Frigidaire, White-Westinghouse, Kelvinator, Gibson, Kenmore, Sears, Tappan, and Electrolux. Always verify your appliance model number before ordering to ensure the correct part.
Available through Appliance Kingdom with Canada-wide shipping, the 240494001 is an ideal replacement when an original button plug is missing, damaged, cracked, or no longer securely installed.
Function & Importance of the Refrigerator Button Plug
The 240494001 is a white button plug used to cover a designated opening in the refrigerator cabinet or liner. It functions primarily as a trim and finishing component, helping maintain the refrigerator's intended appearance while covering an unused opening.
Using the correct OEM plug matters because refrigerator trim pieces can vary in size, shape, mounting design, and colour. A properly matched replacement provides a more secure fit and a cleaner factory-style appearance.
A missing or damaged plug generally does not cause the refrigerator to stop cooling. Instead, it can leave an exposed cabinet or liner opening, create an unfinished appearance, or result in a loose or poorly fitting trim area.
Common Signs That the Button Plug Needs Replacement
You may need to replace the 240494001 if:
- The original button plug is missing
- The existing plug is cracked or damaged
- The plug has fallen out of the refrigerator cabinet or liner
- The plug no longer fits securely
- An exposed cabinet or liner hole is visible
- You want to restore the refrigerator's original finished appearance
Because this is a trim component rather than a refrigeration control or electrical operating part, replacing it is intended to correct the missing or damaged plug itself. It would not normally resolve cooling, temperature, compressor, fan, or other operating problems.
Compatibility Guidance
The 240494001 is a refrigerator button plug for select compatible refrigerator applications.
Authoritative parts sources identify this OEM part across select Frigidaire-family appliances and brands, including Frigidaire, White-Westinghouse, Kelvinator, Gibson, Kenmore, Sears, Tappan, and Electrolux. RepairClinic also identifies the part for select freezer and refrigerator applications under several additional brands.
Always verify your complete appliance model number before purchasing. Parts that look similar can have differences in dimensions, shape, or mounting design, so visual similarity alone should not be used to confirm compatibility.
Replaces Part Numbers
The following replacement or superseded numbers are verified by authoritative appliance-parts sources for 240494001:
- 7240479601
- G16299701
- G16297101
- G14639201
- G16297701
- 297095300
- 240479601
- 240428301
- 240383001
- 53303W
- 5308000090
- 3001305
- 218915701
- 218110901
- 215352201
- 08000090
- R009000112
- G185175
- G162997-01
- G162977-01
- G162977
- G162971-01
- G146392-01
- G140630
- F140382032
- F140382-032
These replacement numbers are listed by Frigidaire's appliance-parts network for the 240494001 plug.
Key Features & Benefits
- Genuine OEM Frigidaire replacement part
- Part number: 240494001
- White button plug design
- Designed for compatible refrigerator cabinet or liner applications
- Helps cover an unused or exposed appliance opening
- Restores a clean, finished appearance
- Manufactured to OEM specifications
- Designed for proper fit when matched to the correct appliance model
- Suitable for homeowners, landlords, property managers, and professional appliance technicians
- Useful for restoring older refrigerators during maintenance or repair
Installation Overview
The 240494001 button plug is generally a straightforward replacement component. Installation typically involves positioning the plug into the corresponding opening and securing it so that it sits flush with the surrounding cabinet or liner.
For an experienced DIYer, replacement may be possible without specialized appliance-repair tools. Always handle refrigerator interior and cabinet components carefully to avoid damaging surrounding trim or liner materials.
Disconnect power before servicing any appliance when the repair requires access near electrical components.
Canada-Wide Availability & Canadian Supplier Support
Appliance Kingdom is a Canadian appliance-parts supplier serving homeowners, landlords, property managers, and appliance repair professionals across Canada.
The 240494001 is a genuine OEM component, making it a dependable choice when restoring a compatible refrigerator to its intended factory-style configuration. Appliance Kingdom provides Canada-wide shipping and support to help customers identify the correct replacement part before ordering.
Buyer Confidence & Reassurance
Choosing the genuine OEM 240494001 gives you confidence that you are purchasing the manufacturer-designated replacement component rather than relying on an unverified substitute.
Before ordering, provide your refrigerator's complete model number to Appliance Kingdom if you need help confirming compatibility. This is especially important because the same-looking refrigerator trim components can use different part numbers depending on the appliance model.