All Installation Instructions for Kenmore Refrigerator 25361532806

Freezer working but fridge not cold.

My unit was not defrosting. Defrost heater was not functioning. Defrost heater tested good with a meter. Thermostat (cold) tested bad with a meter. Defrost timer was working properly. I replaced the thermostat but I had to buy red crimp connectors because the blue ones that came with the thermostat are designed for wire bigger than 18 AWG wire. The thermostat leads as well as the wire in my unit were 18 AWG. The crimp was not tight enough for my liking with the blue butt connectors. I also purchased smaller heat shrink tubing. After replacement, the defrost heater started working. I could see it glowing. Unfortunately immediately after getting the heater working the contacts in the defrost timer arced and stuck together thus preventing the timer from exiting defrost mode. The heater went off at this point indicating that the thermostat was now working. I then purchased and replaced the defrost timer and now the fridge is functioning properly. I noticed both replacement parts, even though I looked up my fridge model, were different part numbers than the originals. I'm guessing the new parts are improved? I also noticed the timer was an 8/30 rather than a 10/30 like the original. The fridge is working better than when it was new so evidently defrosting every 8 as opposed to every 10 hours is better for my unit.

Long story short:

Buy the correct crimp/butt connectors before beginning replacement of the thermostat and proactively replace the defrost timer since it is rather inexpensive.

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

Robert from South Park, PA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers

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Freezer cold and frig warm

Replaced evap motor. Everything is strong and running like a champ. Partselect video examples were very helpful. Would order parts again on next problem. Thanks

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

William from Miami, FL
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set

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Defrost Timer Stuck On Defrost (Again)

I went online to a you-tube video to assess the problem and watch the repair. Ordered the part on sunday before christmas and had it christmas eve! Easy 10 minute repair. Four screws held the cover on. Two screws held the timer. Unplugged the old timer an replaced. Put all the screws back and . . . . Done! Easiest repair I've ever done. Parts select did a great job, good price, very fast service! One happy customer!

Parts Used:

Defrost Timer - 120V 60Hz

John from Hoopeston, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers

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refer quit cooling and so did freezer

I replaced the defrost timer,defrost thermostat,and run cap.as it turned out the compressor went bad. I dont know the model because but the time I got this review I replaced the refer with a knew one . two weeks living out of coolers was so much fun !!!!!!!!

Parts Used:

Run Capacitor

jerry from petaluma, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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not cold enough

per the video..easy installation....unfortunately the temperature did not improve. We still have a refrigerator temp in the upper freezer.....and a "cooler" in the refrigerator section

Parts Used:

Run Capacitor

Gary from Hudson, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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won't start repaced the run capacitor didn't solve the problem so I ordered a defrost timer

I watched the videos (they really help) and followed the steps. Everything went smooth with no surprises

Parts Used:

Run Capacitor

Curtis from Winlock, WA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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has lights,no fan or compressor

jump thermostat,fan and compressor came on, ordered thermo from this excllent parts supplier, part came in 4 days later, it was exact replacement, works exactly right!

Parts Used:

Cold Control Thermostat

francis from arlington, WA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Replace the handle mount

When I was moving the refrig. handles from one side to the other...I broke one of the mounts. It was SO easy to order from this place, and they ship IMMEDIATELY. Second time I have used them, and am VERY impressed.

Parts Used:

Handle Mounting Block

RUTH from AUSTIN, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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no heat when drying

Replaced thermo-fuse

Parts Used:

Door Rack Freezer

Glen from North Tonawanda, NY
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Cover (shelf) that holds the hydrators was cracked.

Went on line to PartSelect, found and ordered the part. It was here in two days. I removed the old shelf, inserted the new and the frig was as good as new. I was extremely pleased with the ease in identifying the part and the speed of delivery.

Parts Used:

Crisper Pan Cover

Mary Lou from Myrtle Beach, SC
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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broken door rack

took the old one out, put the new one in. Will be an ongoing problem due to the flimsy nature of the rack. Refrigerator is in a rental unit. Great to know parts a just a phone call away, and arrive super fast.

Parts Used:

Door Rack Freezer

Robert from Keene, NH
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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frost build up on freezer coil

purchased a defrost theromast,took about 20-30 minutes to take apart & put back together.delivery was in one day from the time of my purchase.thanks for all ur help &prompt delivery.

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

Randy from Shamokin, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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Evap coil was solid ice, fridge was 64 degrees.

Exactly as the video showed, except I had to take the evap coil cover off and use a hair dryer to thaw it out. It was still frosting up too much, so I ordered the thermostat as well. Both were really easy, once i saw the location of the defrost timer and the thermostat. Thanks for the great site, prices that put the big store to shame, and the good video too!

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

Judith from Spring Hill, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers

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the compressor capacitor overheated

it was great. I ordered the capacitor for my frigidaire frig and it arrived
in 3 days. plugged in the part to the compressor and my frig has been
working ever since. I spent 3 minutes ordering the part and 30 seconds
attaching it to the frig. Easy, very easy. saved myself a 75 dollar repair
visit. thanks

Parts Used:

Run Capacitor