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CAUTION
BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT,
READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
Model #s:
REFRIGERATOR
SERVICE MANUAL
795. 72052.11*
795. 72053.11*
795. 72059.11*
P/No. MFL62188046
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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
1. SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION ..................................................................................................................................................5
3. DISASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................................................................6-20
REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS ............................................................................................. 6
DOOR ................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
DOOR ALIGNMENT .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
FAN AND FAN MOTOR (EVAPORATOR) ........................................................................................................................ 8
DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................................... 9
LAMP ............................................................................................................................................................................... 10
MULTI DUCT ................................................................................................................................................................... 11
MAIN PCB ........................................................................................................................................................................ 12
DISPENSER COVER DISASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................ 12
DISPLAY PCB REPLACEMENT ..................................................................................................................................... 13
FUNNEL REPLACEMENT ............................................................................................................................................... 13
SUB PCB FOR DISPENSER ........................................................................................................................................... 13
CAP DUCT REPLACEMENT ........................................................................................................................................... 13
CAP DUCT MOTOR REPLACEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 13
ICE CORNER DOOR REPLACEMENT ........................................................................................................................... 14
ICEMAKER REPLACEMENT .......................................................................................................................................... 14
HOW TO REMOVE A ICE BIN ........................................................................................................................................ 15
HOW TO PLACE ICE BIN IN POSITION.......................................................................................................................... 15
PULL OUT DRAWER........................................................................................................................................................ 16
HOW TO REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER ............................................................................. 17-18
WATER VALVE DISASSEMBLY METHOD .................................................................................................................... 19
FAN AND FAN MOTOR DISASSEMBLY METHOD ........................................................................................................ 19
CAUTION : SEALED SYSTEM REPAIR........................................................................................................................... 20
3 WAY VALVE SERVICE SERVICE................................................................................................................................. 20
4. ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................................................................ 21
5. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM ........................................................................................................................................................ 22
6. TROUBLESHOOTINTG ............................................................................................................................................. 23-24
7. PCB PICTURE ........................................................................................................................................................... 25-26
8. TROUBLESHOOTING WITH ERROR DISPLAY ....................................................................................................... 27-38
9. TROUBLESHOOTING WITHOUT ERROR DISPLAY ............................................................................................... 39-47
10. REFERENCE .............................................................................................................................................................. 48-51
11. COMPONENT TESTING INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 52-61
12. TRBOUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................. 62-74
13. ICEMAKER OPERATING METHOD AND TROUBLE SHOOTING .......................................................................... 75-78
14. DESCIPTION OF FUNCTION & CIRCUIT OF MICOM .............................................................................................. 79-82
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read the following instructions before servicing your refrigerator.
1. Unplug the power before handling any elctrical componets.
2. Check the rated current, voltage, and capacity.
3. Take caution not to get water near any electrical components.
4. Use exact replacement parts.
5. Remove any objects from the top prior to tilting the product.
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1. SPECIFICATIONS
1-1 DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE
SERVICING
IMPORTANT - RECONNECT ALL
GROUNDING DEVICES
All parts of this appliance capable of conducting electrical
current are grounded. If grounding wires, screws, straps,
clips, nuts or washers used to complete a path to ground
are removed for service, they must be returned to their
original position and properly fastened.
1-2 IMPORTANT NOTICE
This information is intended for use by individuals
possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic
and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a major
appliance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible
for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume
any liability in connection with its use.
1-7 REPLACEMENT PARTS
Overload Protector ........................................ 6750CL0001D
R-Defrost Thermostat ................................... 6615JB2005R
F-Defrost Thermostat .................................... 6615JB2005S
F-Defrost Heater .......................................... MEE62225101
R-Defrost Heater .......................................... MEE62105201
F-Evaporator Fan Motor ............................... EAU60694510
R-Evaporator Fan Motor ............................... EAU36179305
Capacitor (Running) ..................................... EAE58905704
Compressor (Hi-Side) ................................... TCA35271201
R-Evaporator(Lo-Side)................................... ADL73341401
F-Evaporator(Lo-Side) .................................. ADL73341301
Conderser .................................................... ACG72915206
Dryer .............................................................5851JA2008W
Condenser Fan Motor ................................. EAU61505101
Temperature Control ............................. ACQ85571101(ST)
ACQ85571102(WB)
ACQ85571103(SW)
Main Control .................................................. EBR73093602
Ice Fan Motor ................................................ EAU60694511
31cu,ft
795. 72052.11*
795. 72053.11*
795. 72059.11*
1-8 AIR FLOW / CIRCULATION D’AIR
1-3 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Control (Freezer Compartment) . -6°F to +8°F
Defrost Control ......Total Comp Running Time: 7 hrs~50 hrs
Defrost Thermostat ...................................................... 41°F
Electrical Rating : 115VAC, 60Hz ................................ 5.2 A
Maximum Current Leakage ...................................... 0.5 mA
Maximum Ground Path Resistance ................... 0.14 Ohms
Energy Consumption ............. 31cu.ft. 579 kwh/yr (E/STAR)
1-5 REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Minimum Compressor Capacity Vacuum ................ 21 MIN.
Minimum Equalized Pressure
@ 70°F ............................................................ 49 PSIG
@ 90°F ............................................................ 56 PSIG
Refrigerant R134a ................................................... 4.76 oz.
Compressor ..................................................... 1023 BTU/hr
1-6 INSTALLATION
Clearance must be provided at rear of the refrigerator for air
circulation.
AT REAR ........................................................................ 2 in
1-4 NO LOAD PERFORMANCE
CONTROL POSITION: MID/MID
And Ambient of : ................ 70°F ................................. 90°F
Fresh Food, °F .................. 33°F to 41°F ........ 33°F to 41°F
Frozen Food, °F ................ -4°F to +4°F ......... -4°F to +4°F
Percent Running Time ...... 50%-65% ................. 65%-80%
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Depth w/ Handles
Depth w/o Handles
Depth w/o Door
Depth (Total with Door Open)
Height to Top of Case
Height to Top of Door Hinge
Width
Width (door open 90 deg. w/o handle)
Width (door open 90 deg. w/ handle)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
36 1/4 in
33 3/4 in
29 1/2 in
48 1/8 in
68 3/4 in
70 1/4 in
35 3/4 in
40 in
44 1/4 in
Description 795.7205*
2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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A
B
F
D
G
D
N
H
I
M
C
R
P
F
E
C
C
K
J
Q
L
O
Refrigerator Light (Top)
A
Water Filter (Inside)
B
Adjustable Door Bins
C
Fixed Door Bins
D
Refrigerator Shelves
E
Refrigerator Light
F
Ice Compartment
(Icemaker and Ice Bin)
G
Pullout Drawer (Middle)
K
Durabase
L
Durabase Divider
M
Water Tank Cover
N
Articulating Mullion
O
Air Filter
P
Airtight Crisper
Q
Kenmore Connect
R
Humidity Controlled Crisper
H
Temperature Controlled
Pantry Drawer
I
Pullout Drawer (Top)
J
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. Page references are
included for your convenience.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all
of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
3. DISASSEMBLY
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3-1 REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
To remove the left refrigerator door:
Pull the water tube out of the fitting while pressing the
release ring on the fitting.
When you pull out the tube, first you have to push the
collet by opposite direction of arrow in the upper picture
and tube pull out by direction of arrow.
To remove the Right refrigerator door:
Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).
Remove the cover.
Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise.
Lift the top hinge (4) free of the hinge lever latch (5).
IMPORTANT: When lifting the hinge free of the latch,
be careful that the door does not fall forward.
Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry back the hooks (not
shown) on the front underside of the cover (2).
Lift up the cover.
Remove the cover. Pull out the tube (3).
Disconnect all the wire harnesses (4).
Remove the grounding screw(5)
Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise.
Lift the top hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).
IMPORTANT: When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
door.
Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching
surface.
CAUTION: Before you begin, remove food and
bins from the doors.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(4)
(5)
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply to the refrigerator before
installing. Failure to do so could result in death or
serious injury.
Do not put hands or feet or other objects into the air
vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator.
You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.
Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille,
and stopper. You may be injured.
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1. Remove gasket
Remove the gasket from gasket channel at doorliner as
shown in the illustration below.
3-2 DOOR
● Mullion Removal
1. Remove 2 screws.
● Door Gasket Removal
2. Lift mullion up carefully.
3. Disconnect wire harness.
● Door Gasket Replacement
1. Insert gasket into channel
Insert and press gasket into channels at doorliner.
2. Insert mullion into channel.
Insert the mullion into channel at door as shown below.
● Mullion Replacement
1. Connect wire harness.
3. Assemble 2 screws.
Gasket
Gasket
Channel
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* Ice Fan Assembly Replacement
1) Remove the plastic guide for slides on left side by
unscrewing phillips head screws.
2) Pull out the cover sensor to disassemble by using tools
shown in the figure.
3) Pull out the cover grille to disassemble by using tools
shown in the figure.
4) Put your hand into the inside of grille to disassemble
shown in the figure.
5) Disconnect wire harness of the grille assembly.
6) Remove the Ice fan assembly by loosening all screws.
(1) (2)
(3) (4)
(5) (6)
3-3 Door Alignment
If the level of refrigerator doors is uneven, follow the
instructions below to align the doors:
Turn the leveling legs (CCW) to raise or (CW) to lower the
height of the front of the refrigerator by using flat blade
screw driver or 11/32" wrench. Use the wrench (Included
with the User Manual) to adjust the bolt in the door hinge to
adjust the height. (CW to raise or CCW to lower the height.)
3-4 FAN AND FAN MOTOR
1. Remove the freezer drawer.
2. Remove the plastic guide for slides on left side by
unscrewing phillips head screws.
3. Remove the grille assembly by removing four screws
and pulling the grille assembly forward.
4. Remove the Fan Motor assembly by loosening 3 screws
and disassembling the shroud.
5. Pull out the fan and separate the Fan Motor and Bracket
Motor.
1. Remove all shelf and guide rail on left side.
2. Remove upper and lower Caps by using a flat
screwdriver. And then, remove 2 screws under Caps.
3. Pull out the Multi Duct outward slightly.
4. Disconnect the lead wire on bottom as shown.
5. Grip both side of Multi Duct, pull it out.
6. Remove the Shroud Refrigerator by loosening 4 screws
and disassembling the Multi Duct.
7. Pull out the Fan Motor
3-4-1 FAN AND FAN MOTOR(Freezer Room)
3-4-2 FAN AND FAN MOTOR(Refrigerator Room)
FAN MOTOR
BRACKET
MOTOR
Shroud
Up
Down
Ice Fan Assembly
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3-5 DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY
3-5-1 DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY(Freezer Room)
3-5-2 DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY
(Refrigerator Room)
Figure 1
Figure 2
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
DEFROST-CONTROL
ASSEMBLY
Figure 1
Figure 2
Multi Duct
DEFROST-CONTROL
ASSEMBLY
* Fan Motor Replacement
1) Remove guide rail on left side.
2) Remove Caps and 2 screws under Caps
3) Disconnect the lead wire
4) Grip both side of Multi Duct, pull it out.
4) Remove 4 screws of Shroud Refrigerator on back of
Multi Duct.
5) Remove Shroud Refrigerator and Replace Fan Motor.
(1) (2)
(3) (4)
(5) (6)
Defrost Control assembly consists of Defrost Sensor and
FUSE-M.
The Defrost Sensor works to defrost automatically.
It is attached to the metal side of the Evaporator and
senses its temperature.
At 46F(8°C), it turns the Defrost Heater off.
Fuse-M is a safety device for preventing over-heating of the
Heater when defrosting.
1. Pull the Multi Duct (Figure 1)
2. Separate the connector with the Defrost Control
assembly and replace the Defrost Control assembly
after cutting the Tie Wrap. (Figure 2)
Defrost Control assembly consists of Defrost Sensor and
FUSE-M.
The Defrost Sensor works to defrost automatically. It is
attached to the metal side of the Evaporator and senses its
temperature. At 46F(8°C), it turns the Defrost Heater off.
Fuse-M is a safety device for preventing over-heating of
the Heater when defrosting.
1. Pull out the grille assembly. (Figure 1)
2. Separate the connector with the Defrost Control
assembly and replace the Defrost Control assembly after
cutting the Tie Wrap. (Figure 2)
Shroud Refrigerator
Bracket Motor
Fan Motor
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3-6 Refrigerator Light (Top)
Unplug Refrigerator, or disconnect power at the circuit
breaker.
If necessary, remove top shelf or shelves.
1) Release 2 screws.
2) Hold both ends with your both hands and pull it
downward to remove it.
3-6-1 Refrigerator Compartment Lamp
4) Use a flat blade screwdriver as shown below to remove
the cover lamp.
5) To remove the LED Assembly, open the Hook part to pull
it out as shown in the following picture.
Cover, lamp
Case, lamp
LED, Assembly
3) To remove the case lamp and cover lamp, release
another 2 screws as following picture.
3-6-2 Refrigerator Light (Side)
1. Unplug refrigerator power cord from electric outlet.
2. Put flat screwdriver into sevice hole and remove cover of
refrigerator light.
3. Remove the LED assembly from connector.
4. Replace LED assembly.
5. Assemble the cover in reverse order.
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