Ge Refrigerator Defrost Timer Location. Of the many appliances which can be in a kitchen, ge side by side refrigerators defrost timer have proven to be the most essential. This is located behind the panel in the freezer.

The defrost system activates a defrost heater in the evaporator section at the rear of the freezer. Most models will defrost for approximately 25 to 45 minutes, usually once or twice a day. There will be a hole on the right side that will be where the timer knob is located and you would remove 2 screws and remove it.