Dave for Model Number 253.6880201E the original door handles on Kenmore fridge are shaped with handles that extend about 3 inches from door at one end and flush at the other. when mounted the extended ends are next to each other vertically. unfortnately, when the bottom door is open it is easy to hit one's head on the upper handle which extends from the door. can i use part # AP2114539 which has both ends flush (more or less) with door - and appears to be the same fit? this would prevent banged heads. thx.
Answer Dave, There are a few differences in the overall dimensions of the handles, and minor differences in the mounting/attachment points(you can "fudge" around those, most likely) but we don't see a "major" issue in switching the handles at this point. Just make sure you order two(2) and be careful. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Friday, June 15, 2018