KitchenAid Architect KBFA25ERSS Stainless Steel French Door Refrigerator - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Is this a new unit? This is caused by air rushing into the other compartment through a damper control. Most mfr's. install an air check valve at the bottom of both doors that will pop up to let external in, thus alleviating door blow out. Apply a food grade silicone to the face of the door seals to add tackiness to to the surface. Follow link to purchase. https://www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Silicone-Lubricant/WP99003172/1074750. A suitable substitute would be a little Vaseline. I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/david_dc2f9e0a44104720

The solenoid that lets the water floe isn't working. It could be the switch on the dispenser or the solenoid itself

take the old one off and go to home depot, or sears, they have it for sure

Here is the complete parts list for that unit. You can order directly from the supplier and all parts come with a 365 day, any part, any reason return policy.

Sounds to me you have something wrong with the filter and retaining air there. That air must be purged to get the pressure you need from water supply. Double check that water filter I think your problem is there, Thanks Sea Breeze

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is a multi-solution answer since I don't have all the tech from your question to pinpoint your problem
But the solution is in here generically, if you read and study the solutions very,very carefully.
First I would check cold control. Thats where you turn it off, if your temp is not warm. it can
be defective and not shutting off. If your temp is warm proceed with the following.
I would check the fan in the freezer. Listen to see if it is running
It moves air to the ref from the freezer
Then check to see if FREEZER CONTROL is turned WARMER WHICH MAKES THE REF COLDER AND VICE-VERSA. SEE?
The ref. temp should be about 33-35
The Freezer temp should be 0 to 10 Any thing below these temps is overkill and a waste of elect
The higher the number you turn it up to is the coldest
But is probably a common defrost problem The ice build up
is not being melted by the defrost system.The fan can't blow through the coils into the fridge.
Take out back panel of freezer to check for ice buildup. The coils should be clean.
There are three components to a defrost system- a heater,heater thermostat, and a timer unless you have a defrost electronic card.
Its best handled by a Technician but you could possibly do it by taking your model number to the nearest appliance parts store and asking for the parts. They are mostly located in freezer ,behind back panel on freezer coils.except the card which is usually located in ref The parts store will have info
Also check fan undernearh Ref in the rear
Clean condenser coils underneath
Make sure back cover is on the fridge. Some take them off and throw them away.
make one out of cardboard if its gone, using the holes of the old one.
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WATER SPLASHING IN FREEZER AT ICEMAKER
THE FILL TUBE IN BACK OF REFRIGERATOR CAN SLIP
AGAINST THE FILL RESERVOIR CAUSING A PARTIAL BLOCKAGE
OR BECOME CLOGGED WITH ICE.
REMOVE THE ICEMAKER AND INSPECT THE FILL TUBE.
RUN WATER IN TUBE TO ELININATE BLOCKAGE AND CHECK
TEMP IN FREEZER. IF TEMP IS BELOW 0 DEGREES, THATS
OVERKILL AND USUALLY A WASTE OF ELECTRICITY TO KEEP IT THAT COLD, NOT TO MENTION THE FILL TUBE FREEZING UP
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is a multi-solution answer since I don't have all the tech from your question to pinpoint your problem
But the solution is in here generically, if you read and study the solutions very,very carefully.

Sounds like the cold control has stuck . Unplug the two wires from the cold control and plug them together. Turn one wire over and plug it into the other. away from the cold control.
The cold control is the knob in the ref that turns it on and off and has numbers on it. (Thermostat)
If it runs then that cold control (Thernostat) is the problem.
If that doesn't work DO THIS:
The relay on the compressor may need replaced
A relay starts the compressor with a higher voltage and then quickly kicks out
Thats what is happening with yours
Its best for a tech to replace The relay but you can do it
Take your model number to your Local Appliance parts store they will have a diagram
showing you how to install the relay. Its called a hard start relay
also try hooking the two wires together on the cold control to route around the cold control.

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I had the exact same problem with my Kitchen Aid French door refrigerator...... I had my appliance repair man come twice and we finally found the problem........... the LOWER DOOR HINGE was broken on the inside. you can only tell when you go to remove the hinge from the inside of the door. he replaced it and it works beautifully. I read how many people have had this problem and have replaced the gasket on the door but it didn't solve the problem. that's because it's not the gasket it's the lower hinge in the actual door. good luck

More than likely it is the fan that feeds the cold air from the freezer to the fridge.

The correct water filter for you is 4396396. You can purchase this at:http://www.kitchenaid.com/flash.cmd?/#/accessory/4396395/

Kitchenaid offers free shipping and 10% off this month with promo code "FREESHIP" and free shipping with discounts for 2 and 3 packs of this filter.

There is a thermostat that is gone bad most likely. The thermostat is most common problem. You can call your local KitchenAid repair center to get the part. The part number is AP4078076 and should cost around $30.

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Check out these tips...they can help you figure out whats going wrong with your refrigerator and why it is not coolingRefrigerator not Cooling or Fridge not Coolinghttp://www.fixya.com/support/r3662945-refrigerator_not_cooling_or_fridge_notHow to Defrost Refrigerator Defrost Timer Problem http://www.fixya.com/support/r3771673-defrost_refrigerator_defrost_timerWater Running in efrigerator from Freezerhttp://www.fixya.com/support/r3780310-water_running_in_refrigerator_fromheatman101

Hi,

Check out these tips...they can help you figure out whats going wrong with yourrefrigerator and why it is not cooling

Refrigerator not Cooling or Fridge not Cooling

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Hi,
Here are a couple of tips that I wrote that will help you figure this out...

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3771673-defrost_refrigerator_defrost_timer


http://www.fixya.com/support/r3885294-refrigerator_troubleshooting

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We replaced the evaporator motor. Use an Ohmmeter to see if electricity is going there, first, see if fan is running, then, if not, replace evaporator motor-part # 12002744.

Fridge is now running! I'll post again, if there is any more to the story. We are now waiting to see if it gets to temp, but it is running. I'd love to find info on a reset code.

the correct procedure is to hold the motor n pull the fan blade out holding from the central n removing the clips if any.it should be replaced if its worn out

Your idea may be a good idea and worth trying. I would suggest if you do so, you perform a complete shut down, 24 hours minimum. This machine has been hell on wheels. Restart and check it's progress. I would suggest that you shut off the water supply to the machine during this time to eliminate complications.
As well, make sure the lights go out when the doors are closed.
The lights go out just before the door closes.
All settings to normal.
If the problem restarts I would call G.E. factory service direct and request a free service call. They owe you.

This happens because the two sides are ducted together and when you close one hard enough the air is one chamber is pushed int the other and it forces the door open, All you can do is be sure the gaskets are clean and seating firmly on the frame and adjust the front slightly higher so the doors re-close.
Eric

change water filter

Hi, I will need a model # so I can look this up and get part name and #.

Vic