Okay...so may I have your thoughts about what may be causing this erratic fluctuation? Thanks, Stan
Stan for Model Number FRT15G5CSB1
Answer Hello Stan. If the cold control is bad, it does not read the temperature properly. Based on the information you provided and the temps, you will need to replace the cold control.
My freezer is working fine, however my fridge is not cooling. Can you help? Thanks!
Mike for Model Number frt15b3aw3
Answer Hello Mike. Make sure the fan motor in the freezer is running properly. If so, you will need to check and see if the back wall is covered in frost. If so, It sounds like you may have a defrost problem with the unit. Check and see if there is any frost build up on the back wall of the freezer. If so, you will need to test the defrost heater and the defrost thermostat. They should read closed for continuity when cold. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. I will include a link at the end to assist you how to use the multi-meter if needed. If both parts are good, you will need to replace the defrost timer. Once the problem is repaired, you will need to thaw out the ice on the coils before the unit will operate properly. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html
The fan works but not cooling.
Susan O. for Model Number zir36nmfrh
Answer Hello Susan,
You will want to make sure that the compressor on the unit is running. If the compressor is running but still not cooling then you want to pull the rear cover of the freezer compartment and look for a frost pattern. If no frost pattern then you have an issue with the sealed system. If the compressor is not running then unplug unit and pull start relay off of the compressor. Shake the relay and if it rattles then it would need to be replaced.
The fan on my refriderator runs but fridge does not cool in freezer and fridge area.
Anna for Model Number frt1885aw2
Answer Hello Anna,
You will want to make sure that the compressor on the unit is running. If the compressor is running but still not cooling then you want to pull the rear cover of the freezer compartment and look for a frost pattern. If no frost pattern then you have an issue with the sealed system. If the compressor is not running then unplug unit and pull start relay off of the compressor. Shake the relay and if it rattles then it would need to be replaced.
How to replace a temp control.
Charlie for Model Number frt21fd3aq1
Answer Hello Charlie,
To change the temp control, open refrigerator door. On the control panel there are 4 - 1/4" hex head screws. Remove screws and disconnect wire harness. Remove old thermostat and install new the same way the old one came out and reinstall.
Ugrading to a garage kit
Pulette F. for Model Number frt17hb3jw3
Answer Pulette, the garage refrigerator heater kit is part number 5303918301. Thanks!
The light is on but compressor doesn't come on...it quit suddenly. What is problem? Fuses and resets have been checked.
Cathy for Model Number FRT18B4AQA
Answer Cathy, The most likely issue, is the compressor start device 5304433578 and 5304433579 but you'd want to check for 120 VAC across the blue and red wires on the device to verify power to the compressor from the control 5304421256 and timer 215846602 . Thanks
Neither the freenzer nor the refrigerator of my Kenmore appliance reach the correct temperature--both warmer than they should be. Both evaporator and condenser fans are running but just can't get cold enough even with both freezer and refrig controls set for maximum cooling. Did have frost build up at the back of freezer, which I melted using a hair dryer. What should I check first, and how do I do it?
Roland for Model Number 253.6419240
Answer Hello Roland. If there was frost all over the coils in the freezer, you have a defrost issue. If there was just a small spot of frost, it is a sealed system issue with the unit. If it covers the entire coils, It sounds like you may have a defrost problem with the unit. Check and see if there is any frost build up on the back wall of the freezer. If so, you will need to test the defrost heater and the defrost thermostat. They should read closed for continuity when cold. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. I will include a link at the end to assist you how to use the multi-meter if needed. If both parts are good, you will need to replace the defrost timer. Once the problem is repaired, you will need to thaw out the ice on the coils before the unit will operate properly. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html