Description
Description
Upgrade or restore your refrigerator’s crisp-drawer look and usability with the OEM-specified handle WR17X11139 for the vegetable pan/drawer assembly. This handle replaces the existing front handle on the crisper drawer (often labelled “Veg Pan”) to restore smooth opening, secure mounting and factory finish. Because drawer assemblies vary across models, please check with your maintenance technician & verify your refrigerator’s full model number before ordering. geapplianceparts.com+2filtersfast.com+2
Features & Benefits
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OEM specification: Designed to meet original finish, fit and appearance standards for GE (and affiliated) refrigerators. hdsupplysolutions.com+1
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Direct replacement part: Installs in place of the original drawer handle front; provides correct mounting holes and finish.
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Improves drawer function: If the handle is broken, loose or missing, replacing it will restore drawer usability, stability and appearance.
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Cost-effective repair: A relatively small part that can avoid needing full drawer replacement when the rest of the assembly is intact.
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Straightforward installation: When compatibility is confirmed, removal of the drawer front and swapping the handle is typically quick and simple for a technician or experienced DIYer.
Common Symptoms That Indicate Replacement
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The vegetable pan (crisper) drawer handle is cracked, broken or missing, making it difficult or unsafe to open/close the drawer.
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The handle is loose, wobbly or detached from the drawer face, indicating failed mounting or fasteners.
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The drawer front looks mis-aligned or the handle area shows visible damage (chipped finish, scrape, discoloration).
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Stored items in the crisper drawer push against a broken handle, causing drawer misalignment or interference with closing.
If you observe any of these symptoms, consult your maintenance technician to verify that the handle is the correct part for your drawer and not the full drawer assembly or mounting frame.
Compatible (Partial) Model List
Below is a partial list of refrigerator models documented to use WR17X11139 as the crisper drawer handle. Always verify the full model number on your appliance and consult your technician. hdsupplysolutions.com+1
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GE top-freezer or side-by-side models where the vegetable/DRAWER handle uses part WR17X11139
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Also listed for Hotpoint and RCA refrigerators built by GE under model variants that reference drawer handle part 913677, EA292230 etc. hdsupplysolutions.com
Note: This part may be compatible across many variants; always confirm the tag and drawer configuration.
Cross Reference
This part is known to replace or be equivalent to the following numbers:
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913677 hdsupplysolutions.com
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EA292230 hdsupplysolutions.com
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PS292230 hdsupplysolutions.com
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WR17X10715 hdsupplysolutions.com
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WR17X12188 hdsupplysolutions.com
Compatibility Notes
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Even if a drawer handle looks similar, always match the full refrigerator model number and service tag—handle mounting, width, color and finish may differ across production runs. geappliances.com+1
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Replacing the handle only resolves the front panel issue; if the drawer frame, slide rails or mounting points are damaged, you may need to inspect the full assembly.
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Installation should be done with power off (if required) and drawer removed from cabinet if needed. Ensure new handle is properly aligned, bolts or screws tightened, and drawer slides smoothly.
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After installation check that the drawer closes flush and that the handle does not interfere with adjacent bins or door closure.