Kenmore Refrigerator 106.8550580 (1068550580, 106 8550580) Parts

Secures panels, brackets, and internal components in your refrigerator. Replace missing, stripped, or corroded screws to restore tight assembly fit.

This is the small motor assembly that opens and closes the ice chute door on the refrigerator's dispenser. It activates when the dispenser lever is pressed, allowing ice to pass through, and closes afterward to keep cold air from escaping. Replace this part if the ice chute door does not open when dispensing, stays stuck open allowing cold air to leak out, or makes grinding noises during operation.

Ice stripper removes ice cubes from the ice maker mold so the dispenser or storage bin fills properly. Replacing a worn or broken stripper helps the ice maker eject cubes cleanly and reduces ice jams or stuck cubes. What it does:

• Pushes or guides harvested cubes out of the ice mold into the bin during the ice maker's harvest cycle.
• Prevents cubes from sticking in the mold; a damaged stripper can cause incomplete ejection or leftover ice in the mold.
• Works with the ice maker's ejector mechanism to maintain consistent cube release and storage.
• A faulty or broken stripper may lead to noisy operation, partial fills, or visible ice build-up in the mold.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair to avoid electrical shock.
• Remove the ice maker or access panel per the manufacturer's instructions to reach the stripper; keep small parts and screws organized.
• Inspect the ice mold and surrounding components for damage or ice build-up; clear ice before installing the new stripper.
• After installation, restore power and run a test harvest cycle to ensure proper cube ejection.

This thermostat retainer clip secures the defrost thermostat to the evaporator tubing in your refrigerator or freezer, maintaining firm contact for accurate temperature sensing and dependable defrost operation.

• Holds the thermostat firmly against the evaporator line for proper temperature feedback
• Helps prevent a loose or dangling thermostat that contribute to frost buildup and poor defrost performance
• Restores correct mounting when the original clip is cracked, bent, or missing
• Common signs include a broken clip or a thermostat not attached to the coil

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Access the evaporator compartment; remove accumulated frost/ice as needed without prying on coil fins
• Position the thermostat body flat against the tubing and snap the retainer over it, avoiding pinched wires or damaged fins
• Confirm a secure fit and proper wire routing before reassembling and restoring power

Ice cubes stuck in tray and won't eject? This ejector arm pushes ice from the mold into the bin. Simple snap-in install restores ice production.

Replacement mounting screw for refrigerators. Secures panels, trim pieces, and small assemblies. Needed when original screw is missing or damaged.

Support rail that guides and stabilizes sliding shelves or drawers in your refrigerator. Replace worn, cracked, or broken tracks to restore smooth movement.

Covers and protects the air diffuser opening in your refrigerator. Replace if cracked, broken, or missing to restore proper airflow direction and sealing.

Fix loose wiring or rattling sounds in your refrigerator with this terminal block clip kit. Secures harnesses and panels to restore proper fit.

Secures air duct to housing, maintaining proper airflow alignment. Replace if broken or loose to prevent air leaks. Confirm fit with your model.

This small metal mounting clip secures the thermal fuse in place to maintain proper thermal contact and stable wiring. It helps keep the fuse positioned so the appliance can monitor temperature reliably and operate safely. What it does:

• Secures the thermal fuse to the appliance housing or duct to prevent movement
• Keeps the fuse in correct contact with temperature-sensing surfaces
• Helps prevent intermittent heating or thermal-sensor misreads caused by a loose fuse
• Useful when replacing a damaged or missing fuse retainer during fuse service

• One thermal fuse mounting clip

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury
• Remove access panels per your model's service instructions to reach the fuse location
• Install clip in the same orientation as the original; use pliers if needed to seat it firmly
• Inspect the thermal fuse and wiring while installing; replace any damaged components per OEM guidance

Replacement screw for securing appliance panels, mounting brackets, and internal assemblies. Restores tight connections when original screws are missing or damaged.