How to Troubleshoot Compressor Problems in Refrigerators
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- This #diy video shows how to #diagnose and #repair a refrigerator with compressor problems.
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This video from Sears PartsDirect shows how to troubleshoot problems with your refrigerator’s compressor. The compressor circulates refrigerant throughout the cooling system. If your refrigerator’s not cooling, the compressor could be to blame.
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1. Check for power.
Make sure the refrigerator light is on.
2. Check the condenser fan.
Remove the machine compartment cover.
• If the condenser fan runs, you know the compressor also is getting power be getting power, because the compressor shares a circuit with the condenser fan motor on most refrigerators.
• If it doesn’t run, skip to step 4.
3. Check the PTC start relay.
For safety, unplug the refrigerator.
Unhook the retainer clip and pull the PTC start relay out of the refrigerator. Shake the start relay:
• If the start relay rattles, replace the start relay.
• If the start relay doesn't rattle, check for continuity by putting one multi-meter lead into terminal 5 and the other lead into terminal 6.
o If you detect an open circuit between those terminals, the meter will read 1 in the far left digit. You’ll need to replace the PTC relay.
o If the start relay's okay, you may have a defective compressor.
4. Enter diagnostic test mode.
If the condenser fan wasn’t running in Step 2, the refrigerator may have a defective electronic control board or a bad temperature sensor.
Many refrigerators have a diagnostic test mode to check refrigerator operations.
To enter diagnostic test mode on this Kenmore model, quickly press the light switch 3 times, then press and hold it a 4th time until you hear a long beep. The refrigerator is now in test mode. (If this method doesn’t work on your model, check the tech sheet for instructions. It’s either behind the bottom front grill or taped to the back of the refrigerator.)
In test mode, press the door switch twice to start the compressor. The control beeps twice, and you should hear the compressor start. If the compressor runs in the diagnostic test mode, go to the next step.
5. Check the thermistor.
A bad thermistor prevents the compressor from running in normal operating mode. The diagnostic test mode forces the compressor to run whether the thermistor is broken or not. If the compressor doesn't start in the diagnostic test mode, go to the next step.
6. Check continuity from the electronic control board through the compressor circuit.
With the refrigerator unplugged, remove the screw that holds the control box.
Pull the control box down and remove the electronic control board.
Unplug the connector from the compressor circuit. Put one multimeter lead on the red wire and the other on the blue wire.
• A reading of about 5 ohms indicates continuity in the compressor circuit which means you probably have to replace the electronic control board, because the board isn’t sending voltage through the circuit to the compressor.
• If the meter displays a 1 in the far left digit on the meter, look for pinched or broken wires in the control board harness and on the wires leading up to the compressor. Repair or replace any broken wires that you find.
7. Check continuity on the control board harness.
Even if the wires look ok, check continuity in the control board harness. Unplug the wire harness and check continuity between the ceiling plug and the control board plug on the blue wire and the red wire.
If the control board harness is ok, plug the harness back in and check continuity between the red wire at the control board plug and the red wire on the compressor plug.
If the red wire is good, check the blue wire.
If both wires have continuity, and the start relay wasn't the problem, have the compressor replaced.
Or call 1-800-437-1673 to speak with a parts specialist.
The video includes these parts. Look up your model to make sure you get the right parts for your refrigerator.
Thermistor
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Start relay
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Electronic control board
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Thanks for this video! I managed to narrow my fridge's problem down to the control board with these steps. Got a new control board off amazon in 2 days for $100. Worked like a charm.
Old school, straight to the point info. Thank you.
Your comment about checking the start relay for a rattle at 0:50 was all I needed to get my refrigerator working again. The tech also mentioned making sure that the condenser fan was working properly AND to make sure the coils were properly cleaned or the start relay would be fried again in a month or two. As it turns out my coils had a lot of dust. He said that blowing them out is best since cleaning them out with a vacuum is not possible. There was no way I was going to blow that dust all over my house even wrapping the fridge with damp towels as suggested. I used an adapter on my shop-vac and a 20" section of heavy duty garden hose to vacuum out the coils. I lost a lot of food but it could have been much worse. Many thanks for helping me save about $1,200 to replace a perfectly good refrigerator that simply had a bad relay and needed a thorough cleaning!
Thanks for the tips.. It's got me thinking maybe my relay is fried for the same reason.. I didn't know you were supposed to check for grime in the back. Live and learn. It will be good news if this fixes it, but at least now I have something to try.
Exceptionnal and easy video, IMPORTANT NOTE : in my case it happened twice on two fridge that i had to disconnect it for 24 hours with a fan blowing on it, as there was an accumulation of ice inside the air passages that was blocking the air circulation
Greetings.
I wanted to listen to this video to learn more about compressors. My fridge isn't like this one, it's the French door fridge with the pull out freezer. I have been told that I have a bad compressor.
Is there a chance that it's the relay switch and or just out of freon?
The compressor does make a clicking sound but the fan at the bottom of the fridge in the back does turn on.
Gratitude for your time.
This video was actually very informative! Thank you!
Thank you for the direct troubleshooting tips
interesting, I don't necessarily agree that rattling relay ALWAYS means you have bad relay. I took that starter relay apart and basically what rattles inside is a the contact assembly and a magnet/spring assembly. When the relay coil is energized with 120VAC it attracts the internal magnet to make the contact assembly mate with the relay's terminals, thereby completing the circuit to the compressor. HOWEVER , the main reason some of these relays rattle is because they need to be installed a certain way, my relay for instance has an UP indication which when placed in this orientation on the compressor has the internal contact assembly being separated from the relay terminals and does not complete the circuit to the compressor. Only after the relay coil is energized does the contact assembly close and therefore energizing the compressor. In my case, the contacts had ALOT of corrosion on them and so when the power was provided to the relay coil, the contacts would mate, but no continuity was there to tell the compressor to turn on. Only after cleaning the relay contacts did this solve my problem. At the end of the day the relay is not expensive, maybe $15 at most with shipping, but I was able to re-use my old relay with a simple cleaning as I was curious as how the internals of the elecromechanical starter relay worked. just my two cents.
Thanks for going to the trouble of explaining that. One never knows when they'll need a certain piece of information. My problem is so weird and my knowledge so small, I'm taking what I can get, lol.
@@dreamingrightnow1174 anytime, most TH-cam videos didnot mention this so I thought I would chip in and help someone save $15. The best you could do in this case is bench test the relay to make sure it works before dumping money into a "fix".
My compressor is working or at least running. All fans running. Checked contuinitybon compressor getting a zero reading. I have no external start relay. Any ideas.
Perfect video! Trying to figure out why our refrigerator is working for a day and everything melts. Everything is clean. I will start with the fuse. Thanks for the video.
Sears Parts Direct for the win AGAIN.
i will watch this a million times. thanks paps
Have a 2006 sxs #106.56666502 have loose red wire and no schematic to show wiring so I can reattach to begin testing to find why not running.
well my compressor and both fans works good. but it is not cooling neither in the freezer or the fridge compartment what could be the problem?
Very good video, easy to understand. Thank you.
Do you know why a fridge even with a new fan putted on, and damper open and defrost system working fine still not reaching air to bottom? this is the second fridge i having the same problem, first one we replaced the whole refrigerator, but i would like to figure out this problem.. thanks in advance for your response,,. oh by the way when i open the freezer door i feel the air coming down from the damper but not when i close the door completely,,. very rear..
I have two frdiges that turn on ok but after 5 minutes motor switches off. Then motor comes on again like a cycle. Not thermostat. Could the filter driers be clogged?
Hello ve changed the compressor of the freezer but when I put icecream in it it stays soft but when you put water it tuns into ice what could be the issue. Compressor is r134a charged with r600a refrigerant
i have problem with one door LG refrigerator, after repair the leaking part and fill in the gas 134a. compressor running but not cool enough, when checked the suction side have no suction which mean usually when the compressor start charging the suction site will decreased and ampere will increase but it suction just maintained. i suspect system was blocked then have do flushing and checked high side and low side have gas go out so blockaged no issue. this compressor keep charging with suction pressure maintained and discharge pipe become hot until the compressor also feel heat. i try to charge in gas but it take long time to fill in gas that i confirm the suction not strong. after change to new compressor also same symptoms happen.
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Hi, I would like to know where is the return air for a Roper RT14DKXGW02 model, thanks in advance for your response..
How about the LG/Kenmore Linear compressors.
Hello. I have a Kenmore chest freezer. I bought it new and used it about 2 yrs and put it away in storage for about 8 yrs. this week, my wife and I decided to use the freezer. It was never damaged. After 2 hrs plugged in, I noticed no cooler. I checked for problems and could not locate any problems. I noticed buzz noises from the compressor and don't know if compressor bad or need recharge. What is wrong?
If the compressor buzzes for a moment and then clicks, the start relay could be defective. Unplug the refrigerator and remove the start relay as shown at :45 in the video. Replace the start relay if it rattles. If the compressor buzzes constantly, then the compressor may be defective or the refrigerant may have leaked out of the sealed system. A service technician will need to check the freezer to determine the problem because refrigerant charging and recovery is federally regulated for safety.
can someone pls. recomend a tech. that is reliable and affordable. in the east Los Angeles area. problem with ikea refrigerator in used for 2 years. tks.
? what if the refrigerator is not cooling and the freezer is only freezing at the bottom and not the top of a side by side.
Very good video!
My fridge is an Avanti, it seems to be cooling properly on the inside but my compressor is extremely hot to the touch. Its melting the plastic drip tray where it rests on the compressor? Any ideas as to what might be the issue
Unplug the refrigerator and clean the condenser coils if they're dirty. Check to see if the condenser fan is running (if your model uses a condenser fan). If the condenser fan isn't running, unplug the refrigerator and check the wiring connections between the condenser fan and the control. If the wiring connections are okay, then you'll likely need to replace the condenser fan. If the compressor is getting extremely hot with the condenser fan running and the condenser coils are clean, then you may need to replace the compressor. A service technician needs to replace the compressor if it's bad because a licensed service technician should recover and recharge the refrigerant. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know (and provide the model number of your Avanti refrigerator).
My Kenmore 4.4 mini fridge from Sears has been giving the electrical in my room issues. The power in the room its plugged into fluctuates every time the compressor turns back on. Also our power bill has skyrocketed by $60 since this issue started. Any idea what could be causing this? I have a feeling it could be the cord or the overload protector going bad.
The compressor could be drawing high current because of a damaged power cord or compressor internal mechanical problems. Unplug the refrigerator and carefully check the power cord for damage such as pinched spots or torn insulation. Replace the power cord if damaged. The overload protector isn't likely causing the problem. A bad compressor start relay could cause the symptoms that you're describing depending on your model. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know the model number of your refrigerator and additional details such as whether the refrigerator is still cooling properly.
Very nice trouble shooting video. Can you tell me how, or is there a way, I can test the defrost thermostat without cutting the wires?
Let us know the model number of your refrigerator and we'll try to help you.
Yeah I have a mini fridge 3.0 insignia my compressor runs hot and I took out the relay it’s great with continuity I think that it’s the PTC starter or low on Freon I’m not sure what is the problem with this any help would be appreciated
Does not rattle
Runs hot on the compressor but it cools like it supposed to
Really helpful video - thank you!
Hello I have a Amana arse66zbc put new 3 in 1 supco relay my compressor is pulling 1 amp condenser and evaporator fans are working, thermostat control is working but it is still not cooling
My compressor is not work want can i do
Is it normal for my compressor to be drawing amps that fluctuate between 4 and .5 amps continuously.
great video where can i get a compressor starter relay
Go to this page: www.searspartsdirect.com/ Key the model number of your refrigerator into the search bar and look up the compressor relay for your refrigerator on the parts diagram for your model. If you need help, let us know.
My freezer is icing up and then will leak. And my fridge side not cooling enough.
thanks ,,,i fix my fridge thanks to you ,, it was the relay ,, 25$ in parts ,, and good to go ,, !!!
Excellent video! Kudos!
I know its completely unrelated,i just wanted to ask ,why do refrigerators blast..
When I test the 3 prongs with meter set at 200 ohms I get 11.1 - 4.6 and 8.0 is that Ok?? When I check prong to ground, it checks out ok, NO Grounding going on there.
The measurements you give seem to be good, provided the terminal readings relate to the following pattern:
The 11.1 reading is between the Start terminal and the Run terminal of the compressor.
The 4.6 reading is between the Run terminal and the Common terminal.
The 8.0 reading is between the Start terminal and the Common terminal.
Typically, the Common terminal is on the top of the three terminals, the Run terminal is on the right side and the Start terminal is on the left side.
My terminals are set up like a upside down triangle. 11.1 across the two top post, 4.6 left top to botton and 8.0 from right top to Bottom. I fired it up with a new part and seems to run ok for now. fingers crossed, LOL
good but, i want to know if the compressor can be repair, if yes how because my own is totally down.
If the compressor is locked up or damaged and won’t work, it typically needs to be replaced. If your refrigerator is less than 5 years old, check the owner’s manual for warranty coverage on the compressor. Here’s a link for a web page where you may be able to find an online copy of your owner’s manual if needed: www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/user-manuals. Some refrigerators have a 5-year warranty on the compressor and sealed system. If the compressor is still under warranty, call the manufacturer for warranty repair. If the compressor isn’t covered by a warranty, then you’ll need to have a service technician replace the compressor because the repair requires the recovery and recharge of the refrigerant. That task should only be completed by a service technician licensed to handle refrigerant.
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What causes the compressor to stay on? My compressor stays on even when the blower fan stopped. And it keeps on running and it starts to get hot what can it be?
I'm troubleshooting my fridge. Apparently I have a sealed system leak which causes the fridge to run more. I have ice build up above the evaporator coils in the back of the freezer. So I know i have a leak somewhere. For you could be a circuit board issue or a small freon leak from your copper pipe lines. Freon leak sensor or spray copper pipes with soap and water to see if there are any bubbles coming from your pipes.
How much do kenmore refrigerator compressor cost
The prices of compressors used in Kenmore refrigerators varies by model. You can look up the price of the compressor for your model by keying the model number into the search bar on this page and finding the compressor on the parts diagram: www.searspartsdirect.com/ . Compressors typically need to be replaced by a service technician who is licensed to recover and recharge the refrigerant in the sealed system of the refrigerator. A compressor usually costs about $200 and a service call to have the compressor installed typically cost around another $200. Service costs vary depending on your area. You can schedule service here if needed: www.searshomeservices.com/repair . We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know.
good day! any help please, just this day i defrost my refregirator but when i turned on back it didnt cold,and the compressor function vibrating just a sec and then its stop.
You'll likely need to have a service technician diagnose and repair the refrigerator. The compressor motor is likely drawing high amperage when is causing the overload on the compressor to shut off power going to the compressor motor. A service technician will likely be required for the repair because replacing the compressor involves the recovery and recharge of the refrigerant in the sealed system. Only a service technician is allowed to handle that refrigerant.
Very Good video, thanks.
A few weeks ago, I noticed it had defrosted. There was no sound of the compressor running. I looked this problem up and a number of results suggested replacing the start relay and / or overload.
I ordered replacement parts, and they have now arrived, however I have misplaced the photograph I took of the original wiring.
The start relay is a 3 pin relay
Could someone please advise on how this should be wired?
The brown and blue pair of wires both came from what looks like a capacitor box. The blue and white wires appear to come from what I believe to be a thermostat box, which is then connected to the mains.
i did the test my fridge compressor turns on for 10 seconds then shuts off again and will turn back on mins later then do it all over agin whats the problem please and thanks
What does PTC stand for?
PTC stands for positive temperature coefficient. Those initials are typically used to describe a compressor start relay in a refrigerator. A PTC start relay sends current to start windings or a capacitor during compressor startup. A positive temperature coefficient resistor inside the PTC relay shuts off current to the start windings or capacitor when the compressor starts running and the thermistor inside the start relay heats up. We hope this answers your question. If you need more assistance, let us know.
What can cause a PTC relay to be fried?
@@deannebreitenbach551 Some PTC's wear out over time. An internal short circuit in a PTC or an external wiring short in the compressor circuit can also fry a PTC.
@@searspartsdirect Gotcha
What happens if the fridge is working the fresh food top works fine but the freezer doesn't stay at -18 degrees Celsius what then? My freezer only goes up to -11 and then goes to -7, -6 and all the way to 0.
Checked for ice, melted the ice. Checked the fans, they work fine. Checked the compressor it seems to be working. I am a bit lost here.
A faulty temperature sensor or bad control could cause that type of freezer section cooling problem. Let us know the model number of your refrigerator and we should be able to provide some troubleshooting steps you can take to resolve the cooling failure in the freezer section.
Good morning,
i like this video so much..how about upright display chiller.compressor not working.tqvm.
Rezal.
We may face challenges in finding technical information on that type of cooler. Give us the model number of that chiller and detailed symptoms. We'll see if we can help you.
@@searspartsdirectsir,
It normal display upright with 2 glass windows ,main problem is wiring system faulty,the rat already made another's good wiring ,indeed.hate that little rat.!!!I already do rewiring ,but at final stage I can't make it work as usual..it just about compressor wiring system..1 no capacitor,1 no overload ,1 no relay 3 pins.i don't know how to join it together to therminal compressor because wiring diagram blur already.help me sir please 🔧😇
Hello i have a undercounter belling freezer that has stopped freezing no compressor or condenser fan going do you think problum coming from front control pannel thanks
Good videos thx n keep showing them
Question pls. refrigerator flushed all lines, works fine after cycle gauge reads vacuum again, applied heat to the capillary joints by the evaporator coil could hear refrigerant rushing worked fine until cycle, what could be the problem? Samsung side by side Thanks.
"flushed the lines"? Exactly how did you "flush the lines" and why? This is a vapour locking problem, now we need to figure out what you did wrong, or failed to do that causes this issue.
Good afternoon got it figured out seem like not enough flushing agent was used so I repeat the process, I've combine lacquer thinner and 141b this time gave it a good shot and nitrogen it for 150psi on both ends got all the brownish element out, recharge the system and works fine since last night, thanks for the quick reply..
It's quite rare to have to do a flush. Generally only when a dramatic event like a burn-out occurs. Keep in mind, home-made flushes can destroy the insulation on the compressor's windings- BE CAREFUL. Always change the filter a couple times after doing a flush as the refrigerant will continue to rinse the remaining sediment and contaminants into the filter. The problem you originally described was either water or solvent that you didn't properly remove by purging with nitrogen or by use of an extensive Vacuuming process. and was freezing up at the end of the cap tube.
So I shouldn't vacuum for long period?, my understanding was the longer you vacuum the more sediment remove Yes I'm planning to replace filter again, thanks.
And I forgot to mention locked rotor compressor was replaced because of my impatience charging using only gauge no scale, it vapor lock overnight had my buddy cut open the old comp and winding was in good shape, ref was bought used and had prior repairs in the condensing coil part that submerged in water was rusted out and replaced with copper, so I figure must have sucked water and unit died on me.
What's refrigerator Freon?
It's the liquid that is in the copper pipes. It holds cold better than water and creates cold air in the fridge. That's my simplistic answer, lol. It's terrible stuff for the environment and requires special handling I think.
@@dreamingrightnow1174 Gotcha
Very good video.
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If.my compressor.goes.out will my refrigerator leak watet
Sometimes a refrigerator will leak water when the compressor quits working because ice and frost inside the refrigerator melts and leaks out of the cabinet.
Kind of a vague title, not really how to diagnose a compressor problem in every fridge, but in this model and ones similar from Kenmore this is ok.
The place that i baught the fridge from replaced the circuit relay . it was humming and made single clunk clunk sound. Now a new circuit relay is in it. But it only makes single click sound every couple minutes. Fridge wont start Fan is running but everything in freazer has thawed in 4 days. I dont understand it. And the compresser big black round thing is scolding hot to the touch. Please help
Your symptoms point to a failed compressor because the compressor housing is getting extremely hot. We recommend that you contact the place where you bought the refrigerator to see if the seller can help you get the compressor repaired. Compressors on some refrigerators have a 5-year warranty. Refer to the refrigerator’s use & care guide for warranty provisions on your model.
Sears PartsDirect thank you! They just replaced the firdge it was only 5 months old and store said it shouldnt have gone bad that fast . so hopfully this one lasts
Bad compressor
Samsung Refrigerator Turns on,, and turns off after 5-10 seconds.. What may be the Problem?
If the compressor is running, I touched it and it is hot, does that mean the compressor is working?
You should hear the compressor buzzing when it's running and you'll typically feel the compressor vibrating slightly. If the compressor is completely still, silent and hot, it may be locked up and/or the overload may have shut the compressor off. If the compressor is running and working, the freezer should be cooling if the sealed system has refrigerant. We hope this additional information helps. If you need further assistance, send us additional details about the refrigerator problems you're seeing and let us know the model number of your refrigerator.
@@searspartsdirect My fan is running, the compressor is running but it seems to never cycle off. I have good door seals and the coils are all cleaned. I cannot get my whirlpool to go into diagnostic mode. Any help is appreciated. It seems to just run 24/7.
@@lukerhoads248 Let us know the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment. If the temperatures in those compartments are normal (37 in the refrigerator and 0 in the freezer), then it may not be unusual for the compressor to run most of the time depending on your model. Give us the model number of your refrigerator and we'll try to help you enter the diagnostic test mode.
Sears PartsDirect my model number is WRT318FZDM02. I am not home currently but I can tell you there is no way it’s those temps in there. The refrigerator has been freezing food/drinks in the refrigerator portion. This is what led me to begin troubleshooting. The current settings are both set to recommended as per the manual.
@@lukerhoads248 To enter the diagnostics mode, set the refrigerator to the minimum temperature setting (first LED on the control panel on). Press and hold the Settings switch and the door switch for 5 seconds then release both buttons when all LED's on the control panel light up. Wait 10 seconds and the LED's will turn off. Press the Settings switch 8 times to cycle through all component tests in the diagnostic mode. If errors are detected, LED's will flash on the control panel. If no errors are detected the control panel and refrigerator will return to normal operation. If the first LED flashes, the electronic control board failed. If the second LED flashes, the refrigerator temperature sensor failed. If the 3rd LED flashes, the defrost sensor failed. If multiple LED's flash, more than one failure occurred. Unplug the refrigerator to exit diagnostic mode if error codes displayed. An error code can point you in the direction of a failure. Be sure that you unplug the refrigerator before accessing internal components. If the control displays no error codes, you'll likely need to replace the electronic control board because the control board isn't cycling the compressor on and off properly. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know.
LG linear inverter refrigerator compressor keeps tripping every 5 minutes, what could be the problem and possible solution
Unplug the refrigerator (if it isn't already unplugged). You'll need to leave it unplugged because the compressor isn't running for more than 5 minutes. Check the wire harness connections between the inverter control board and the compressor. Reconnect any loose wires and repair any broken wires. This could fix the problem that you're describing. If you find that wiring intact, check the wiring between the main electronic control board and the inverter control board. Reconnect any loose wires and repair any broken wires. If that wiring is intact, then a bad compressor, failed inverter control board or faulty main electronic control board could be causing this failure. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, give us additional details about the problem and post the model number of your LG refrigerator.
Hi,
my GE side by side fridge the compressor is not turning ON I don't hear NO clicks from the motherboard
Let us know the model number of your GE refrigerator and we’ll provide some troubleshooting tips.
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Unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute to reset the control boards and then plug the refrigerator back in. If the compressor doesn’t start after resetting the control boards, then the main control board (www.searspartsdirect.com/part-number/WR55X10171/0046/363.html) or user interface board (www.searspartsdirect.com/part-number/WR55X10390/0046/363.html) may be bad. Unplug the refrigerator and check for burn marks on the main control board. Replace the main control board if you see burnt spots. If find no burn marks on the main control board, we recommend that you have a service technician diagnose and repair the refrigerator because we didn't find any DIY diagnostics that might help you determine which control board may be causing the failure. You can schedule service here: www.searshomeservices.com/.
Sears PartsDirect hi, i noticed couple day ago the mother board burned
my plug had torn on mine I installed a heavy duty plug end on it ran for a while got cold then the whole fridge stopped working what could be the problem?
Check the house circuit breaker for the refrigerator’s electrical outlet. Reset the circuit breaker if it’s tripped. That may restore power to the refrigerator.
If the house circuit breaker is okay, plug a small appliance into the refrigerator’s outlet to make sure the electrical outlet works. Have an electrician repair the electrical outlet if it’s broken.
The plug of the power cord may be preventing the refrigerator from getting power. Unplug the power cord and check the wiring connections on the power cord plug. Reconnect any loose wires. Replace the power cord if it’s damaged.
thanks good people all ready done In a Disabled. Veteran and get paid on the 3rd of Oct we got this fridge and its like a 800.00 whirlpool. Side by side it would still cost me to much my Land management does not provide. them thank your response
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gud pm po,napalitan n me ng relay ref namin pero triping p tin ang compressor,ano po pwdi gawin,gamitan me ng capacitor b,
If the compressor is tripping the overload after replacing the start relay, you may have a locked up compressor. A service technician will likely need to diagnose and repair the refrigerator.
not a bad video but I need to know why a refrigerator would totally. trip the circuit. braker it fry not the outlet and braker I left the door open for a few hours I heard a clunk clunk pop and it won't work at
A short circuit in the refrigerator would cause the house circuit breaker to trip. We recommend that you leave the refrigerator unplugged and have a service technician examine it to determine the cause of the tripped breaker. You can schedule service through this link: www.searshomeservices.com/repair/refrigerator-repair-service?merch_code=REFRIG. Or, if you can provide additional details of your problem, including the model number of your refrigerator, we might be able to provide additional troubleshooting tips.
For once...somebody who knows what he's talking about. A-1 Brother...thanks!
The-mister lol
LOL yep that got me too, but it's pronounced Ther-mister. OLE!
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is it normal that the comprossesor is so god damn loud?
model no: 253.70509411
serial No.: BA53329149
It is unusual for the compressor on that Kenmore refrigerator to be loud. Unplug the refrigerator and tighten any loose compressor mounting bolts. If that doesn’t help, the compressor might have internal mechanical problems. It could be a few weeks or months before the compressor gives out and the refrigerator stops cooling. When it does, a service technician has to replace the compressor, because the replacement involves involves the recovery and recharge of refrigerant. You can schedule service here: www.searshomeservices.com/.
Our Kenmore Elite refrigerator has had the ER rf code 3 times and it sonly 3 yrsold. Don't buy one. I have 2 old refrigerator that have never had a problem.
Probably LG or Samsung made it. Elite should have told you 'no way'!
Don't buy a samsung either.
I'm scared my compressors gonna explode. and why does my fan sound like bloody murder!
If the evaporator fan inside the freezer is noisy, the evaporator fan blades may be hitting frost or ice buildup. You may be able to quell that type of noise by unplugging the refrigerator for 8 hours to allow frost build-up around the evaporator fan to melt. If that fixes the problem but the noise returns after several days, then you’ll need to troubleshoot the defrost system as shown in this article/video: www.searspartsdirect.com/article/troubleshooting-defrost-system-problems-in-refrigerators.html If the compressor is making a loud noise, it will likely need to be replaced. Unfortunately, you’ll need to get a service technician’s help to replace a compressor, because that repair involves recovering Freon. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know more details about the refrigerator problems and give us the model number of your refrigerator.
This whole video presumes the compressor is not running. Skip this if you're compressor runs but the fridge doesn't cool.
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checking youtube so I can do repairs myself but.....I don't speak repair man diagnosticeze. thanks anyway
bad video ...because i have need how to repair refrigerator compressor
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Do you know why a fridge even with a new fan putted on, and damper open and defrost system working fine still not reaching air to bottom? this is the second fridge i having the same problem, first one we replaced the whole refrigerator, but i would like to figure out this problem.. thanks in advance for your response,,. oh by the way when i open the freezer door i feel the air coming down from the damper but not when i close the door completely,,. very rear..
Do you know why a fridge even with a new fan putted on, and damper open and defrost system working fine still not reaching air to bottom? this is the second fridge i having the same problem, first one we replaced the whole refrigerator, but i would like to figure out this problem.. thanks in advance for your response,,. oh by the way when i open the freezer door i feel the air coming down from the damper but not when i close the door completely,,. very rear..
Check the return air vents between the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment. Blocked return air vents could prevent cold freezer air from circulating through the refrigerator compartment. Clear the return air vents if they're blocked or clogged with ice or debris. We hope this tip helps. If you need further assistance, let us know the model number of your refrigerator and additional details about the problem.