Tempstar Defrost Control Board for TXH524GKA200 — OEM 1173636 24V Heat Pump | Ships Today
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Overview
This is the genuine OEM defrost control board (part number 1173636) for the Tempstar TXH524GKA200 heat pump. The defrost control board is the brain of your outdoor unit's defrost cycle: it monitors coil and ambient temperature, times the heat-pump defrost intervals, and switches the reversing valve and auxiliary heat to clear frost from the outdoor coil during winter operation. It operates on a 24V control signal and coordinates the compressor contactor, fan, and reversing valve. When this board fails, the unit can no longer manage defrost, leading to ice buildup, poor heating, or a system that fails to switch between heating and cooling. Common failure symptoms include a frozen outdoor coil, the unit stuck in defrost, no heat-pump heating, or relays that never energize.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 1173636 |
| Type | Defrost Control Board |
| Brand | Tempstar |
| Control Voltage | 24V |
| Application | Heat Pump Defrost |
| Fitment | OEM |
Compatibility
Engineered as a direct-fit replacement for the Tempstar TXH524GKA200 heat pump. This board is also used across related ICP/Heil/Tempstar/Comfortmaker heat-pump platforms that share the 1173636 part number. Always confirm your unit's model and the printed part number on the existing board before ordering.
Installation Guide
- Safety First — Disconnect power at the breaker and the outdoor disconnect, then verify zero voltage with a multimeter.
- Access — Remove the outdoor unit's control-access service panel.
- Document — Photograph every wire and terminal position on the existing board before disconnecting anything.
- Remove — Label and unplug the low-voltage and line connectors, release the mounting standoffs/screws, and lift out the old defrost board.
- Install — Mount the new 1173636 board, reconnect each wire exactly per your photos, and set any defrost timing jumper to match the original.
- Test — Restore power, run a heat-pump call, and verify the unit cycles, energizes the reversing valve, and initiates/terminates defrost correctly.
Signs You Need a Replacement
- Outdoor coil ices over and never clears in heating mode
- Unit gets stuck in defrost or never enters defrost
- No heat-pump heating or no changeover between heat and cool
- Contactor, fan, or reversing valve relays fail to energize
Shipping & Returns
Ships same day before 3 PM CST. 30-day returns. Backed by the National HVAC Parts fitment guarantee.
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- Standard delivery: 2-5 business days
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- 30-day returns on unused parts in original packaging
- Electrical parts (capacitors, contactors, control boards) are final sale once installed
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