20 Most Recent Kenmore 57029 Side by Side Refrigerator - Page 6 Questions & Answers

Hi,

If the compressor is not running, it could be either a bad relay or compressor.This is not an issue with defrost components or temp. control .If you have experience in repairing appliances, could take all precautions necessary and use multimeter - You could do a continuity check on compressor motor and all combination's. An infinity value on multimeter would confirm bad compressor.

On the side of the compressor you will see a box (maybe a cover) remove the cover if it has one and then remove the wire harness. next you will see the relay with the capacitor mounted to it. give the relay a tug and pull it off the side of the compressor. once you have it off pull the capacitor off and then give the relay a shake. If it rattles the relay is bad. if the relay does not rattle the compressor is bad and you will need to call a service guy to replace the compressor.

Let me know,if needed further assistance.

Hope i helped you.

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Hi,

Many times a freezer and/or refrigerator do not work right because of a dirty condenser coil...there are also many other things that can go wrong.

If you are hearing a clicking or buzzing then check out the last two tips.If your refrigerator is running but warm, then...Check out these tips that I wrote about that... it is a great place to start trouble shooting your unit...and something that you can do rather then calling a repair person to do a simple thing for you...Refrigerator Condenser Coil Cleaning Refrigerator RepairRefrigerator Troubleshooting Refrigerator CompressorRefrigerator Compressor Start Capacitor and Start Relay

Refrigerator or Freezer not Cooling or Getting Coldheatman101

pull the ref re out from the wall disconnect power remove back panel check condenser coil to see if it's dirty also feel for extreme heat clean coil and place a fan behind the ref for 1 hour then plug it back up

You might try cleaning the condenser a lot of times they get too plugged up with dirt and dust and cause them to quit cooling.

Hi,
Here is a tip that I wrote about the reasons why ice makers do not work.

Ice Maker Problems and Ice Maker Troubleshooting
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3876071-ice_maker_problems_ice_maker

heatman101

The fridge gets its cold air from the freezer through a vent(damper) between the freezer and fridge.The fan in the freezer blows air through it. Make sure this fan is running. You may have to hold the door switch in for it to run. There is a flap you adjust with the fridge temp. control. Make sure it's opening and closing when you adjust the fridge temp.
The problem could be the electronic control if you have one or the mechanical linkages.

If the evaporator coils behind the back panel of the freezer are icing up because of auto defrost failure that will stop the circulation of cold air and eventually affect the freezer too.

check defrost timer, defrost heater, defrost thermostat. In most newer models the timer has been replaced by an electronic control board. If the heater and thermostat are ok it'll be the control.

You can turn the defrost timer till it clicks and everything shuts down. The heater should now come on. If it does, replace the timer. If it doesn't, check the heater and defrost thermostat. Turn the timer again till everything starts back up to end the defrost cycle.


Your evaporator coils frost up in normal use and every eight hours or so the entire unit shuts down and the defrost heater comes on to melt the frost. This cycle last about 20 minutes. The melted frost drips into a drain pan and through a drain tube to the drain tray under the freezer/refrigerator where it's evaporated by the condenser fan.

Hi and welcome to FixYa. I am Kelly. The symptoms you describe are typical of a refrigerator that is not being automatically defrosted.

Take a look at this picture item 257 to locate your defrost timer. ( PN WR9X489 )
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Actual part:
http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/part-number/Kenmore-Parts/Refrigerator-Parts/WR9X489/0046/363/Model-36350242000/0582/0165000?keySuffixId=NA&productTypeId=0165000&searchModelNumber=36350242000&subCompDesc=Fresh%20food%20section&brandDesc=KENMORE&modelDesc=REFRIGERATOR&pathTaken=partSearch&blt=11

Using this picture.... I want you to rotate the dial on the face of the defrost timer untiol you hear a click. (It can only rotate in on direction viat the tabs.) The compressor and the fans should shut off and the defrost cycle should begin. The defrost cycle should last for around 40 minutes or so. If after 1 hour the unit does NOT restart by itself rotate the dial again until it clicks and restarts.

You most likely have defrost problem and the failures can be:
1. the defrost element,
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2. the defrost thermostat
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3. or the defrost timer.
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Worst case.. you do a manual defrost with a fan for about 2 hours to get rid of the excess ice. Your refrigerator auto defrosts every 16 hours and 35 minutes. Doing a manual (external fan) defrost will get you 3 days max of normal temps and you will have to go through the manual defrost drill again. You need to find out why it is not normally defrosting.

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Kelly

Usually when this happens its becasue the auger, located inside the ice bin itself, has came loose,or popped out of place. If you have the kind of ice bin that slides in, pull it out and dump th ice. You'll see a long, metal twisted rod that runs front to back. At the back side of it is a white cap that the rod attaches to and mounts in a hole in the ice bucket itself. Sometimes you can readjust it and it will work but sometimes you may have to buy a new bin if any of the plastic is broken. If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jason_4570d45317834dd3

It is behind the back wall of the freezer, try this..Unplug the unit and pour 1-2 cups of warm water into the bottom of the freezer towards the back, this should unblock the defrost drain

Improper air flow is your problem, Defrost it first. Then make sure that the fan inside is running, if it isn't, replace it. Repairclinic.com will have what you need, just search with your model number. Let me know if you need anything else.
Benjamin

he plastic water tank may be moldy/musty, run bleach water through it awhile to clean it out, Google water filter location.

see if the plastic part of the handle will snap off, then you can get to the bolts

Hi,

Many times a freezer and/or refrigeratordo not work right because of a dirty condenser coil...there are also many otherthings that can go wrong. If you are hearing a clicking or buzzing then check out thelast two tips.

If your refrigerator is running but warm, then...

Check out these tips that I wrote about that... it is a great place to starttrouble shooting your unit...and something that you can do rather then callinga repair person to do a simple thing for you...

Refrigerator Condenser Coil Cleaning Refrigerator Repair

Refrigerator Troubleshooting Refrigerator Compressor

Refrigerator Compressor Start Capacitor and Start Relay
Refrigerator or Freezer not Cooling or Getting Cold

heatman101

If the arm is up and locked in position, it should stop the ice maker. check that the bail arm is indeed pushed into the ice maker head, you will likely have to remove the ice maker with the 1-3 screws holding it in place, to see it. Check also that the other end of the bail arm is attached near the fill cup, if its not attached, that could be the reason. If the arm does not appear to lock in the upright position, or if it does and still does not stop ice production, you will need to replace the ice maker

YOUR CAN PRIDE IT OUT WITH A FLAT SREW DRIVER BUT VERY CAREFUL ALWAYS START AT THE BOTTOM SIDE CORNER

Hi,

Many times a freezer and/or refrigeratordo not work right because of a dirty condenser coil...there are also many otherthings that can go wrong. If you are hearing a clicking or buzzing then check out thelast two tips.

If your refrigerator is running but warm, then...

Check out these tips that I wrote about that... it is a great place to starttrouble shooting your unit...and something that you can do rather then callinga repair person to do a simple thing for you...

Refrigerator Condenser Coil Cleaning Refrigerator Repair

Refrigerator Troubleshooting Refrigerator Compressor

Refrigerator Compressor Start Capacitor and Start Relay
Refrigerator or Freezer not Cooling or Getting Cold

heatman101

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Hi,
Here is a tip that I wrote about the reasons why ice makers do not work.

Ice Maker Problems and Ice Maker Troubleshooting

heatman101
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The refrigerator temperature problem you are likely experiencing as well as the hot center strip and outer gasket edges is going to be due to one of three very likely issues. In order of simplicity and cost, the first thing to check is the condenser coil. The condenser can and often does get clogged with dust and pet hair, and needs to be fairly clear of any obstructions that will prevent it from dissipating heat as it is designed. If its full of dust and pet hair, unplug or turn off the unit, and clean with a vacuum and appliance vent brush. If its clear of dust, the next thing to check is the operation of the condenser fan motor. It is located near the compressor and its purpose is to blow cooling air onto the compressor and the condenser coil. This fan often fails, and is most likely your cause. Be sure to check this fan motor from the front, or before you move the cabinet. Sometimes moving it will get it going, but it will most assuredly stop again, so you are just delaying the inevitable. the last and most expensive thing is the compressor itself. If the condenser is clear of dust and pet hair and the condenser fan motor is running yet the compressor is still so hot that the part of the condenser that runs around the frame of the freezer, the yoder loop, is hot to the touch. If the first two are not your problem, you have a bad compressor most likely, and i would suggest having a reliable refrigerator repair service company inspect it before replacing, unless it is possibly still under warranty.