Kenmore Refrigerator 106.79728901 (10679728901, 106 79728901) Parts

This icemaker fill cup guides incoming water from the refrigerator's inlet tube into the ice mold, helping prevent splashing and freeze-ups during the fill cycle. Replacing a cracked or missing cup restores consistent fills and reduces leaks.

• Directs water from the fill tube straight into the icemaker mold
• Helps prevent overspray, splashing, and ice buildup around the icemaker
• Replace if the cup is cracked, warped, loose, or missing
• Common symptoms: water dripping/freezing under the icemaker, clumped or misshapen cubes

• Unplug the refrigerator and turn off the water supply before servicing
• Remove the icemaker assembly as needed to access the inlet/fill area
• Release the old cup and seat the new cup so the fill tube aligns with the opening
• Restore water and power; check for proper fill and any leaks

The Hinge-Sleeve Hole Plug is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It is designed to cover the hinge sleeve holes on the refrigerator door, providing a finished look and protecting the internal components from dust and debris.

Common causes of a bad hinge-sleeve hole plug include physical damage during routine maintenance or accidental impacts. A missing or damaged plug can lead to exposure of internal hinge components, potentially causing further damage over time.

Symptoms of a bad hinge-sleeve hole plug include:

• Visible gaps or holes in the refrigerator door hinge area
• Accumulation of dust or debris in the hinge mechanism
• Loose or unstable refrigerator door hinges

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This gasket/seal creates a tight barrier between two mating parts in your appliance to prevent leaks and performance loss. Replacing a worn gasket restores proper sealing and helps stop seepage at the joint. What it does

• Forms a reliable seal between components to prevent fluid or air leaks
• Maintains proper operation by keeping the sealed area contained
• Replaces gaskets that are brittle, cracked, flattened, or swollen
• Common signs include residue or moisture around the joint, visible wear on the old gasket, or a loose/poor seal

• 1 gasket/seal

• Disconnect power and any water or gas supply before servicing
• Note the gasket's orientation; compare old and new parts before installation
• Clean and dry mating surfaces; remove old adhesive and debris
• Seat the gasket evenly; do not overtighten fasteners; test for leaks after reassembly

This comb-shaped insert mounts at the front of the modular ice maker. It strips freshly ejected cubes from the rake and directs them into the bin to help prevent jams and cube hang-ups for consistent ice harvests.

• Guides cubes off the ejector fingers and into the bin
• Helps prevent cubes from re-entering the mold, bridging, or jamming
• Replaces a cracked, warped, or missing stripper to restore proper harvest path
• Typical symptoms: cubes stuck on the ejector, repeated jams, ice spilling or clumping

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator and turn off the ice maker before servicing
• Remove the ice maker front cover; release locking tabs or screws to remove the old stripper
• Position the new stripper over the ejector fingers; seat fully without forcing the rake
• Reinstall cover/ice maker, restore power, and allow a full cycle to verify operation

These inserts are for 1/4 inch plastic tubing. Package of 4.

Due to manufacturer changes, if D shaft hinge pin is needed use part number WP2325483.

This grommet is a small protective seal used where a hose, tube, wire, or component passes through or mounts to the appliance cabinet. It cushions the connection and helps prevent leaks, vibration, and wear for reliable operation.

• Provides a snug barrier between parts and metal openings to protect hoses, tubes, and wiring
• Helps seal against moisture to reduce seepage
• Dampens vibration and rattling noises
• Replace if cracked, hardened, missing, or no longer stays seated; symptoms may include drips at a pass-through, buzzing/rattling, or a loose fit

• Disconnect power; shut off water supply if applicable
• Access the grommet location and note orientation/routing
• Remove the old grommet and clean the opening
• Press the new grommet fully into place; reassemble and test for leaks/noise

This replacement freezer shelf restores a sturdy, level storage surface in the freezer compartment, helping you organize frozen foods and make full use of available space. What it does:

• Provides a solid, level surface to support food packages in the freezer
• Helps organize items and maximize vertical storage capacity
• Replace if the shelf is bent, broken, unstable, corroded, or missing
• Symptoms include sagging or uneven shelf, items tipping, and reduced usable space

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove items from the freezer; lift or disengage the old shelf from its supports
• Align the new shelf with side supports or mounting holes and seat it fully so it's level and secure
• Distribute weight evenly and avoid overloading after installation

Bottle with brush. Color: Biscuit paint. It's point-six fluid ounces.

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

This meat pan holder is the under-shelf support that guides the deli/meat drawer. Replacing a cracked holder restores smooth sliding and keeps the pan level so it doesn't bind, sag, or drop when opening and closing. What it does:

• Supports and guides the deli/meat pan beneath its shelf
• Keeps the drawer aligned and level for smooth operation
• Helps prevent rubbing, sticking, or the drawer falling off its track
• Typical failure signs: cracked plastic, broken mounting tabs, pan tilts or won't slide smoothly

• 1 meat pan holder

• Disconnect power and clear the shelf area for safe access
• Remove the meat pan and the shelf it rides on
• Release the damaged holder and install the new holder in the same orientation and mounting points
• Reinstall the shelf and drawer; verify smooth travel before loading

Size: 8-18 x 1/2 inch.

This compressor start device energizes the refrigerator compressor's start winding to begin the cooling cycle, then disengages it. Replacing a weak or failed start device can restore reliable starts and address repeated clicking and warm/no-cool symptoms.

• Provides initial power to the compressor's start winding for reliable startup
• Disengages the start circuit once the compressor is running
• Common failure symptoms: compressor won't start, frequent clicking from the rear, refrigerator or freezer not cooling
• Heat damage or burnt odor on the old device may be present when it fails

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Remove the rear access panel to reach the compressor compartment
• Note wire positions; if your model uses a separate run capacitor, transfer it; move wires to the new device one at a time
• Align the device with the compressor terminals and press straight on until fully seated; reinstall any cover or retainer

This support mounts in the dispenser area to secure the ice housing assembly. It helps keep the chute and door properly aligned so ice dispenses smoothly and the opening seals as designed.

• Supports and positions the ice housing/chute assembly in the freezer door
• Helps maintain proper alignment and sealing of the ice door/flapper
• Reduces wobble or flex that can affect dispensing performance
• Typical signs it may be needed: loose or misaligned dispenser housing, ice or air leaking at the chute, frost buildup around the dispenser, inconsistent ice dispensing

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove the dispenser trim/control to access the housing; handle wiring and tabs carefully
• Remove mounting fasteners, replace the support, and transfer any reusable hardware
• Reassemble, restore power, and test ice dispensing and chute seal

This replacement screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and components to the cabinet or chassis. The #8-15 x 1/2 in. size restores a snug, reliable hold when original hardware is missing, stripped, or corroded.

• Fastens panels, brackets, and trim to the appliance cabinet or chassis
• Helps reduce rattling, vibration, or looseness caused by missing/stripped hardware
• Restores proper alignment of parts that have shifted due to loose fasteners
• Size/spec: #8-15 thread, 1/2-inch length; use where this size is specified

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water supplies before servicing
• Replace one screw at a time to maintain alignment of parts
• Start threads by hand to prevent cross-threading; do not overtighten
• Use a matching driver/bit type for the screw head used in your appliance