I have the replacement control board, but can't figure out where it is on my Kitchenaid Refrigerator
What is model # of fridge?
SOURCE: KitchenAid Superba fridge section not cooling, freezer is cold.
You have done a good job of attempting to diagnose by process of elimination, but this is a more complex system. I have provided some links below to assist you in diagnosing your problem. Links courtesy of www.repairclinic.com.
1. Ascertain that the evaporator fan is operational. This may be controlled by the Door Switch, (No.4) and could cause the fan to be inoperable.
2. Ascertain that the Fresh Food compartment light goes off when door is closed.
3. The air diffuser may be faulty by not controlling the air flow from the freezer properly
Tip: Always maintain dual temperature control settings at equal or +/- 1 setting position.
How refrigerators work:
http://www.repairclinic.com/0088_4_3.asp
You will need to verify operation of the following components listed below:
1. Evaporator fan motor
2. Air diffuser assembly
3. Light switch for refrigerator/freezer light
4. Door switch
Click on the links to identify the parts listed
1.http://www.repairclinic.com/SSPartDetail.aspx?s=t-KSRS22F69913-%3d%3di921541&PartID=921541
2.http://www.repairclinic.com/SSPartDetail.aspx?s=t-KSRS22F69913-%3d%3di827263&PartID=827263
3.http://www.repairclinic.com/SSPartDetail.aspx?s=t-KSRS22F69913-%3d%3di438889&PartID=438889
4.http://www.repairclinic.com/SSPartDetail.aspx?s=t-KSRS22F69913-%3d%3di586519&PartID=586519
Parts breakdown diagram:
http://www.repairclinic.com/Refrigerator-Side-By-Side-Appliance-Diagram
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how to change the waterhose my Kitchenaid fridge #KSCS25INSS
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under the freezer door there is a nob like thing. turn it and pull on it. instead of replacing it, rinse it out under runing tap water and put it back were you removed it from and push the fridge light botton 5X in a row
SOURCE: How do I replace the Speed Control Knob on the K5 Kitchenaid Pro
Hi PETER, Happy New Year! Your Speed Control Knob can be replaced quite easily (OK, maybe with a little effort) by yourself, if you are a DITY type person, feel adventurous, and your mixer is not under warranty.
Before you start taking your mixer apart, be sure you have the Parts List manual on hand. If you're lacking one, you can download a PDF version from the KA website at: http://www.kitchenaid.com/flash.cmd?/#/page/home.
Click on Customer Care>Locate Manuals & Guides> Enter the 6 character model number, in your case use KSM50P (Your K5SS mixer falls within this manual), and select the first file KSM50P.pdf (438.31 KB) listed under Parts List (4) and then check to verify this matches your mixer model.
Your speed control assembly is attached to the bottom of the top part of the mixer’s head (or Illus. No 1, Gearcase Motor Housing, on pgs 4 & 5).
Turn to pages 6 & 7, titled: “Motor And Control Parts”, which provides an exploded view for the disassembly and reassembly of your mixers electrical components, along with all the parts. Locate lllus. Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4 - Pivot screw, Spring Washer, Switch Lever and Stud, and Control plate spring, respectively, which is the speed control handle assembly and Illus No. 5 and 6 - Speed Link & Cam and Flat Spring. Carefully inspect these parts to see if they have not come loose, particularly the Pivot Screw and Spring Washer. Also check to see if the Speed Link & Cam hasn’t shifted from its position. You should be able to see if something just needs to be tightened or if parts need to be replaced.
Also, with your mixer apart you can check for any other unseemly wear and tear on the gears, etc. It can be messy but quite gratifying to diagnose and repair your mixer yourself.
As far as parts go, here are five potential vendors in no particular order: RepairClinic.com; mendingshed.com; searspartsdirect.com; partstore.com; and Grainger.com. Prices can vary widely between vendors, so do your comparison shopping.
Finally, here are some links to several excellent websites that detail the disassembling/reassembly of a KA Mixer. The mixers displayed in the links may be different than your KA model, but the principles are the same.
Between these three websites and their excellent pictures and descriptions and your Parts List manual, you should now be able to completely disassemble and reassemble your mixer, should you decide to go that route.
If you feel this repair is beyond your capability, then I would seek out a local small appliance repair shop in your area. KA Customer Care can give you names of local KA authorized repair shops in your area, but you can also do an online search to supplement what KA may provide you. Call to explain your circumstances and find out their hourly rate and get an estimate of what they think it would cost to repair your mixer. Also, always obtain three or more estimates – do some comparison shopping.
Good Luck. I hope this helps. Howard, Burke, VA
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Look over both sides of the control board for signs of heat damage. They sometimes show no damage and are bad. That is where I would start by checking the board. If fans are running poorly that is also a sign that the board and the fan motor may be bad. Here is the boards location=> KSCS25INSS00_Control_Parts The other area to check will be behind the rear wall of your freezers rear panel where you find the defrost heater=> 2210737 Heater, Defrost and defrost thermostat=> 2315504 Bi?Metal, Defrost If you have any questions I will be here, Thanks Sea Breeze
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