Kenmore Refrigerator 106.61492403 (10661492403, 106 61492403) Parts

Screw with a 10-32 thread that secures panels and internal components in household appliances, providing a simple replacement to restore proper fit and reduce rattling or loose parts. Use when a missing or damaged screw causes loose trim or vibration. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets and trim to restore secure fit and reduce noise or movement.
• Replaces missing, stripped or damaged screws that cause loose or misaligned parts.
• Matches a 10-32 thread commonly used on appliance assemblies.
• Helps prevent further wear by restoring correct fastening at the original attachment points.

• Disconnect power and water to the appliance before servicing.
• Use the correct driver and engage threads carefully to avoid cross-threading.
• Do not overtighten — tighten just enough for a secure fit to prevent stripping.
• If threads are damaged, replace the mating fastener or insert rather than forcing this screw.

Color: white. It measures about 1 inch in diameter.

Almond. Size: 13 oz. can. Acrylic appliance paint.

This hinge cover replaces a damaged or missing hinge trim to protect and conceal the hinge assembly and restore the appliance's finished appearance. It fits over the hinge area and helps reduce dirt buildup and exposed hardware. What it does:

• Covers and protects hinge hardware, hiding screws and sharp edges
• Helps keep dirt, lint, and moisture out of the hinge area
• Restores the appliance's original, finished look
• Common symptoms: cracked, broken, or missing cover; exposed hinge hardware; cosmetic damage or debris buildup

• Refer to your model diagram for correct orientation and fastener locations
• Basic hand tools may be required; some models need the hinge loosened or partially removed
• Disconnect power and/or unplug the appliance before starting work when applicable
• Handle edges carefully to avoid cuts; follow OEM instructions for reassembly

Size: 8-18 x 1/2 inch.

Size: 8 x 1-1/4 inch.

Color: Almond

This bottom hinge shim installs at the refrigerator's lower door hinge to fine-tune door height and alignment. Replacing a worn or missing shim can help restore smooth closing and an even, reliable gasket seal.

• Spaces the door at the lower hinge to set proper height and alignment
• Helps reduce door sagging or rubbing against the cabinet or other door
• Can help the door gasket seal evenly to minimize warm-air leaks

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off the water supply
• Remove items from the door and support the door to prevent strain
• Loosen/remove lower hinge hardware and place the shim in the original location/orientation
• Reassemble, check alignment, and verify even gasket contact around the door

This overload protector is a thermal motor protector that cuts power if the dryer motor overheats, helping prevent motor damage and unsafe operation. Replace a failed unit to restore the motor's built-in overheating protection. What it does:

• Senses excessive motor temperature and interrupts motor power to prevent damage.
• Common symptom: dryer may not start or the motor hums but won't turn when the overload has failed.
• Helps stop repeated motor overheating and can prevent associated electrical faults.
• Works as the motor's thermal safety device; must be replaced if open or damaged.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury.
• Transfer wiring and mounting exactly as removed; do not bypass the protector.
• Inspect motor and blower for obstructions or causes of overheating before reassembly.

Color: White. Size: 2 oz. can. Porcelain touch-up paint.

This replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and other components in your appliance so they stay tight and properly aligned. Use it to replace missing, stripped, or rusted hardware and eliminate looseness, rattles, or gaps.

• Fastens parts to the cabinet/frame to maintain structural integrity
• Helps keep panels and assemblies aligned to reduce vibration and noise
• Replaces missing, damaged, or corroded screws during service
• Common fix for loose panels or components that no longer hold securely

• Disconnect power and shut off water or gas before servicing
• Match length and thread to the original screw for proper fit
• Hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading; tighten only until snug—do not overtighten
• Tighten them evenly to ensure proper alignment

Color: Black. Size: 12 oz. Acrylic appliance aerosol can spray paint.

This refrigerator compressor start device provides the initial boost the compressor needs to start, then disengages. Replacing a failed start device helps restore reliable compressor startup and steady cooling performance.

• Supplies momentary power to the compressor's start winding to get the motor running
• Disengages after startup so the compressor can run normally
• Typical failure symptoms: refrigerator warm or not cooling, compressor won't start, rapid clicking from the compressor area, or intermittent cooling
• Located on the side of the compressor at the back of the appliance

• Unplug the refrigerator and allow the compressor area to cool before servicing
• Access the compressor at the rear; note wire positions and the device orientation
• Pull the old device straight off the compressor pins; seat the new device fully and reconnect wires securely
• If your model uses a separate run capacitor, transfer and reconnect it exactly as originally configured

This small rubber grommet cushions and supports a fan motor, helping reduce vibration and noise while the appliance is running. It fits into the motor bracket to provide a snug, insulated mounting point.

• Isolates fan motor vibration to cut rattling or buzzing
• Helps keep the motor aligned in its bracket
• Can wear, crack, or compress over time, causing vibration or noise
• Replacing a deteriorated grommet restores smooth, quieter operation

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Access the fan assembly and support the motor to relieve strain
• Note grommet orientation; transfer any sleeves or hardware as found
• Seat the new grommet fully in the bracket before remounting the motor

Color: White