1065113 Kenmore Refrigerator - Instructions
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The Switch Broke...Absolutely Fell Apart.
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Duncan from Metairie, LA
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
I simply removed the old switch using 2 small screwdrivers and the old switch case popped out. I then upluged the wires from the old switch and reversed the process. Didn't take longer than 5 minutes begining to end! Thank you for the great service! Duncan quaid
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Raise side of fridge and slide 2x4 under side with broken wheel.
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Hans from OGDEN, UT
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Socket set
Remove back side cardboard access cover. About 6 dcrews need to be removed. Remove 9/16” bolt and lower compressor tray frame down to slide out wheel axel. Place wheel in slot and replace axel. Lift compressor tray and replace 9/16” bolt. Replace cardboard cover. Remove 2x4.
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air filter needed replacement
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David from Dublin, NH
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
pulled the top shelf and poped open the door and replaced the filter
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Freezer light out, refrigerator lights dim.
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Larry from TUCSON, AZ
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Used a screwdriver to pop the catches and unplugged the light from the top of the freezer. Plugged the new light into the wire connector and pushed the assembly back into freezer top. The freezer light and all the refrigerator lights are now bright.
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Ice maker quick working and made a clicking sound while trying to drop ice
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Thomas from HARPER, TX
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Socket set
Removed freezer cover from ice maker, unplugged the harness. Installed the new ice maker assembly,plugged in two wire harness and secured the part and cover.
Results was smooth process, no noice from ice dispenser. Pleased with results. Saved on repairs. Thanks Tom
Results was smooth process, no noice from ice dispenser. Pleased with results. Saved on repairs. Thanks Tom
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Refer operates tp loud
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John from PLAIN CITY, UT
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Easy repair, third time in four months, same part. I don't recommend Whirlpool refer's. Stick to the washer and dryers.
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Ice Maker stopped making ice.
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Martin from Palm Coast, FL
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- 15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers, Socket set
Unplug power to refridg/freezer. Removed the screw in rt. rear bottom of ice maker to remove. After removing slightly, unplug pigtail. Remove ice maker completely. Remove large square cover from left side to expose motor. Remove screws to remove motor. Replce with new. Replace ice maker to freezer, plug pigtail back in, put screw back in
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rt rear bottom, plug refridg/freezer back into power source. Ice was making in about 2 1/2 hours.
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Bottom plastic door cam on side-by-side frig worn, and door stop bracket broken.
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Stephen from COLONIA, NJ
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
1. Removed 2 screws on top hing.
2. Easily lifted door and place on table.
3. Removed set screw for door cam.
4. Removed stop bracket.
5. Reversed steps 4 thru 1.
When tightening top 2 screws, make sure door gap is consistent and top of frig door aligns with the top of the freezer door.
NOTE: The ... Read more lady at PartSelect who helped me with my order was great. Took the time to verify my parts. Prior to this I had bought the part from a nearby appliance parts store. They sold me the wrong part, even though I showed them a picture of my model number plate b4 ordering. In the future, I will always go to PartSelect for my appliance part purchases.
2. Easily lifted door and place on table.
3. Removed set screw for door cam.
4. Removed stop bracket.
5. Reversed steps 4 thru 1.
When tightening top 2 screws, make sure door gap is consistent and top of frig door aligns with the top of the freezer door.
NOTE: The ... Read more lady at PartSelect who helped me with my order was great. Took the time to verify my parts. Prior to this I had bought the part from a nearby appliance parts store. They sold me the wrong part, even though I showed them a picture of my model number plate b4 ordering. In the future, I will always go to PartSelect for my appliance part purchases.
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Wife used vacuum cleaner and busted blade off fan
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Robert from GOSHEN, IN
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Instructions were great five minutes to remove and replace fan....Thank You............ saved big money
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Broke the Rocker Switch in Fridge side
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Sung-Su from BISMARCK, ND
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
Popped out with butter knife and unplugged 3 prong connector and reversed with anew switch.
But, unfortunately it got broken again exactly same way as before.
So, I ordered same switch again for 2nd time.
Maytag should recall that Rocker Switch and build with better materials.
But, unfortunately it got broken again exactly same way as before.
So, I ordered same switch again for 2nd time.
Maytag should recall that Rocker Switch and build with better materials.
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Light in my refrigerator didn't work.
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Joseph from Byron Center, MI
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
At first I went to a local part supplier and they didn't have it in stock but could order it for me for $55.00 plus $10.00 to ship it. I told them I would have to think about it. I went home and got on the computer and found your web site and was I shocked when I saw the same part listed for $6.98 and $7.00 to ship it. You guys saved m
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e $50.00. The part arrived in two day and took 5 min. to install. I now have light in my refrigerator. Thank you.
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My ice maker would only freeze for a short while, after unplugging it for a few hours it would begin to make ice again only to stop after a few trays
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Elizabeth from EDENTON, NC
- A Bit Difficult
- 30 - 60 mins
The repair went great, however, I had someone to put the part in for me.
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Evaporator fan motor making loud noise
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Edward from GARDNERVILLE, NV
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
Steps to replace Whirlpool evaporator fan motor
1. Watch numerous DIY Youtube videos
2. Move frozen food to refrigerator section, close refrigerator door
3. Cut power to refrigerator
4. Remove all shelves and bins in freezer section
5. Back panel has two parts, a top and a bottom section
6. Unclip small shrou ... Read more d covering screw bolt in upper left corner holding top panel. Remove screw bolt
7. Gently pull and work top panel out
8. Remove screw bolts from all four corners in lower panel and remove bottom panel
9. Verify power has been turned off
10. Unclip grounding wire
11. Unclip evaporator fan motor from power
12. Remove whole cradle holding evaporator fan motor. Note orientation of cradle. Fan blade is slightly angled toward the back of freezer. In other models, the cradle may not be removeable.
13. Remove plastic fan with firm pull
14. Unclip bottom brace to remove evaporator fan motor
15. Replace old grommets in bottom brace and on top of evaporator fan motor with the new grommets
16. Install new evaporator in cradle and clip-in the bottom brace
17. Install new fan blade on motor
18. Place cradle with new evaporator fan motor back in freezer
19. Reclip power and ground wire
20. Turn on power and test if working correctly
21. Turn off power
22. Complete steps from 8 to 2 in reverse
1. Watch numerous DIY Youtube videos
2. Move frozen food to refrigerator section, close refrigerator door
3. Cut power to refrigerator
4. Remove all shelves and bins in freezer section
5. Back panel has two parts, a top and a bottom section
6. Unclip small shrou ... Read more d covering screw bolt in upper left corner holding top panel. Remove screw bolt
7. Gently pull and work top panel out
8. Remove screw bolts from all four corners in lower panel and remove bottom panel
9. Verify power has been turned off
10. Unclip grounding wire
11. Unclip evaporator fan motor from power
12. Remove whole cradle holding evaporator fan motor. Note orientation of cradle. Fan blade is slightly angled toward the back of freezer. In other models, the cradle may not be removeable.
13. Remove plastic fan with firm pull
14. Unclip bottom brace to remove evaporator fan motor
15. Replace old grommets in bottom brace and on top of evaporator fan motor with the new grommets
16. Install new evaporator in cradle and clip-in the bottom brace
17. Install new fan blade on motor
18. Place cradle with new evaporator fan motor back in freezer
19. Reclip power and ground wire
20. Turn on power and test if working correctly
21. Turn off power
22. Complete steps from 8 to 2 in reverse
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fridge stopped cooling then the freezer
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Joseph from DELTONA, FL
- Really Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Searched my issue on the internet then chose part select to see if bi-metal thermostat was available and it was so I ordered part which was under $30.00 incl. shipping. I then went to You Tube to watch how to replace the part but most importantly to find out where it was located and degree of difficulty. Replacement was rather simple and
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it fixed our 22 year old fridge. I must add that when I looked up the part it also told you what percent of the time that particular item actually fixed the problem based on others experience. I thought that was neat info. as I felt better about ordering something that may or may not fix my problem. Thank you,
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Removed and Replaced Ice Maker
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Albert from SANTA MONICA, CA
- Really Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Socket set
Removed the cover to ice maker. Removed with 1/4 inch socket and the extension, the 2 Nutscrews holding the ice unit in place by bending down the plastic cross piece in front of the screws. Finally squeezing the electrical cover case to remove from the rear wall to get to the Electrical plug connection. Once cover away from the wall and
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new plug connected, the new ice maker was hung onto the upper slots and nut screws re-installed, again by bending the plastic cross piece for ease of securing the unit. Re-installed the cover and turned the unit on - it made ice like when the refrigerator was new.
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