KSSO36FMX03 KitchenAid Refrigerator - Overview

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EveryDrop Water Filter – Part Number: EDR5RXD1
EveryDrop Water Filter
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PartSelect #: PS11722132
Manufacturer #: EDR5RXD1
This EveryDrop Filter5 is certified to reduce the most contaminants with Triple Filtration Technology. Now, you and your family can enjoy the enriching benefits of cleaner, freshly filtered ice & wate...
$49.99
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Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat – Part Number: WPW10225581
Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat
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PartSelect #: PS11750673
Manufacturer #: WPW10225581
If ice is building up in your freezer or if your freezer is getting too warm on the defrost cycle you may need to replace the bi-metal thermostat.
$43.07
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Refrigerator Door Switch – Part Number: W11384469
Refrigerator Door Switch
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PartSelect #: PS12728638
Manufacturer #: W11384469
Door switch turns the light off when you close the door.
$48.68
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Icemaker Control Assembly – Part Number: W10190935
Icemaker Control Assembly
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PartSelect #: PS2341896
Manufacturer #: W10190935
This part is used to help tell the icemaker what to do - it turns the timing cams and the ejector blades. Motor is not sold separately.
$150.25
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Screw – Part Number: WP681249
Screw
PartSelect #: PS11743743
Manufacturer #: WP681249
Sold individually.
$10.51
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Refrigerator Water Fill Cup & Bearing – Part Number: WP628356
Refrigerator Water Fill Cup & Bearing
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PartSelect #: PS11743318
Manufacturer #: WP628356
This icemaker water inlet cup is three inches long. It is all white in color and is made of plastic.
$51.12
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Refrigerator Water Filter Cap – Part Number: WP2186494B
Refrigerator Water Filter Cap
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PartSelect #: PS11739084
Manufacturer #: WP2186494B
This black filter cap keeps your refrigerator’s water filter snug and secure. If your old cap is cracked or missing, this easy-to-install replacement helps make sure your filter works like it should. ...
$57.23
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Evaporator Fan Blade – Part Number: WP2169142
Evaporator Fan Blade
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PartSelect #: PS11738973
Manufacturer #: WP2169142
If your refrigerator or freezer is too warm, or making noises, you may need to replace the fan blade. The fan blade attaches to the evaporator motor, which is in the freezer section, to help circulate...
$47.08
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Cycling thermostat – Part Number: WP627985
Cycling thermostat
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PartSelect #: PS11743313
Manufacturer #: WP627985
This part is also known as the cycling thermostat and this bi-metal device controls the activation of the icemaker ejection cycle.
$78.72
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Screw – Part Number: WP488729
Screw
PartSelect #: PS11742721
Manufacturer #: WP488729
Metallic screw that is less than an inch long. Does not include the plastic washer.
$10.62
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40 WATT REFRIGERATOR BULB – Part Number: W11679940
40 WATT REFRIGERATOR BULB
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PartSelect #: PS17216393
Manufacturer #: W11679940
Substituted with part number PS869887.
$11.29
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Icemaker Motor Kit – Part Number: 8201515
Icemaker Motor Kit
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PartSelect #: PS733947
Manufacturer #: 8201515
This kit includes the module motor, ejector arm, and ice stripper arm. The complete icemaker is sold separately.
$149.17
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No ice
removed flap door in front of icemaker...removed 3 screws with bolt heads...removed one additional screw with bolt head and ice unit slid out. I removed motor unit (pops out no screws). Replaced and had ice within 3 hours.
Parts Used:
Icemaker Control Assembly
  • Daniel from Suwanee, GA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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Change ice/water filter
It was really easy. Took off grill at bottom of refrigerator, turned existing filter to get it out and then inserted the new one.
Parts Used:
EveryDrop Water Filter
  • Nora from Bethesda, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Fridge was getting too warm, ice buildup on coils.
WARNING: REPLACING THIS PART REQUIRES CUTTING AND SPLICING ELECTRICAL WIRES. RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE. DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS REPAIR IF YOU ARE NOT EXPERIENCED WITH ELECTRICAL WIRING.

Part Info:
The bi-metal strip is clipped onto the evaporator coils and is designed to regulate the defrost coil temperature. If it is not functioning properly you may notice ice buildup preventing air flow (and preventing proper refrigeration), or more rarely the freezer side may get too warm during the defrost cycle.

Materials:
* Replacement bi-metal strip
* Wire cutters
* Wire strippers
* Wire nuts
* Electrical tape
* 10MM socket

Steps:

1: UNPLUG THE FRIDGE! If there is ice buildup, wait until the ice has melted. A box fan blowing at the ice will help melt it more quickly.

2: Remove the panel covering the evaporator coils. It's located inside the fridge, on the freezer side.

3: Un-clip the bi-metal strip from the evaporator coils.

4: Unplug the wires from the evaporator fan, defrost coil and bi-metal strip, then disconnect the main connector that is plugged into the rear wall.

5: Clip both wires to the old ( bad ) bi-metal strip. Cut close to the casing of the bi-metal strip so there are long wires to splice onto.

6: Strip 1/4 to 1/2 inches of insulation off of the ends of the wires ( depending on the size of the wire-nuts you use). Twist the bare wires slightly to prevent fraying.

7: Do the same for the ends of the wires on the (new) bi-metal strip.

8: Take the ends of the wires belonging to the (new) bi-metal strip and the wires coming from the main plug. Take the like-colored wires, and twist the bare metal ends together.

9: Twist on wire nuts, for both sets of wires. Make sure they are snug, with no bare wire showing.

10: Tape over the wire nuts with electrical tape. Tape over the wires nuts in a spiral fashion, completely covering the nut and both wires that are now spliced together. This will prevent accidental shorting.

11: Plug the main plug back into the rear wall of the fridge. Also re-connect the connectors to the evaporator fan and defrost coil. Make sure the clips on the connectors are snug to ensure a good connection.

12: Clip the new bi-metal strip onto the coils, in the same spot as before. ( Usually just after the small incoming copper tubing that connects to the coils, known as the expansion valve. That is usually the coldest spot on the coils during operation).

13: Replace the panel that covers the coils.

14: Plug the fridge back in... Now you fridge should defrost correctly. If it does not, your defrost coil could be burned out, or the control board could be faulty.
Parts Used:
Refrigerator Bimetal Defrost Thermostat
  • Cathy from Winter Park, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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