I have an upright Kenmore freezer #253.21741106. I need to replace the electronic control. I see by the diagram that the overlay needs to be removed to gain access. How is the overlay held in place? Does it snap off over peel off or what? I do not want to accidentally destroy it because it is a pricey item. What should I do?

The location of the 9V battery on a Kenmore upright freezer model 970 can vary depending on the specific model and design. However, in general, the 9V battery is typically located in the control panel or on the back of the freezer near the compressor. You may need to consult the freezer's manual or contact Kenmore customer support for more specific information regarding your model.

Hi, go to this website and it will tell you what your error code means. Thanks!
Kenmore Freezer With Deluxe Electronic Control

About the only thing you can do is get an UPS system to have steady power. It was a bad design on the mother board, that so far the manufacturer has chosen to correct.

Not that this diagram is a lot of help, but I did find this on a Sears website:

http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/part-model/Kenmore-Parts/Freezer-Parts/Model-106628420/0582/0142000?sid=PDVertical

http://www.managemylife.com/mmh/owner_manuals/370/KENMORE-Upright-Freezer-L0805601?brand_name_search=Kenmore+freezer+2532846.2801
try this web site that has a copy of a manual for this freezer. See if this has what you are looking for.

if it is an electronic control freezer then the electronic control sounds as though it has failed if there is no digital read out

Yes you need to replace it,if dont will have bigger problems.

call sears 800 parts

Control is bad and needs to be replaced. I cannot see your repyl due to some tech issue w/ the site, so it may be a day or so before I can reply again. Please leave feedback for me if appropriate. Thanks

well don't be surprised, these electronic fridges run on dc electronics also and are sensitive to power surges. is this the freezer because there's no thermostats just the limit control. use a surge protector on the outlet to protect the electronics. if your still having problems get the limit sensors changed first (if applicable). if you want to go the safe way, I'd consider buying a surge protector and connecting it to the power.you can e-mail me with any questions @ [email protected]