Kenmore Refrigerator 106.8609580 (1068609580, 106 8609580) Parts

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

This spacer maintains the correct distance between mating components in your appliance's assembly so parts align and operate smoothly. Replacing a worn or missing spacer can correct looseness, rubbing, or vibration-related noise.

• Holds a precise gap between parts for proper alignment and motion
• Prevents metal-to-metal contact and premature wear
• Helps reduce vibration, rattling, and scraping noises
• Common signs include misalignment, unusual gaps, looseness, or rubbing in the related assembly

• Disconnect power (and shut off gas/water, if applicable) before servicing
• Refer to your model's diagram to locate the spacer's exact location and orientation
• Inspect related fasteners and bushings; replace if worn
• Do not overtighten hardware to avoid deforming the spacer

This plain flat washer helps secure fasteners and evenly distribute load under nuts or bolts to prevent damage and loosening. A simple replacement when a washer is missing, rusted, or worn. What it does:

• Provides a smooth bearing surface between fastener and component to reduce wear
• Helps distribute clamping force to prevent stress on parts
• Reduces loosening from vibration when used with the correct fastener
• Common service part for assemblies where a thin metal spacer is needed

• Disconnect power and water to the appliance before beginning any repair
• Inspect the mating fastener and seating surface; replace any damaged hardware
• Slide the washer onto the bolt or stud with the flat faces against the mating surfaces; tighten fastener to secure but avoid overtightening

This hose clamp secures a rubber or plastic hose to its fitting on your appliance, maintaining a tight, leak-resistant seal under vibration and pressure. Replace when the old clamp is rusted, bent, or no longer holds tension. What it does:

• Clamps around a hose to grip the fitting and seal the joint
• Helps prevent drips, leaks, and hose blow-off at the connection
• Restores secure clamping force when the original is worn or damaged
• Common symptoms: water at the connection, hose slipping off, visible corrosion or distortion

• 1 hose clamp

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Slide clamp onto hose, seat hose fully on the fitting, then position clamp just behind the bead/raised lip
• Tighten or compress evenly with the appropriate tool; avoid overtightening that could damage the hose
• After reassembly, run a short test and inspect for leaks

This temperature-sensing thermostat monitors and regulates appliance temperature to restore proper cycling and consistent performance. Replacing a failed thermostat helps resolve temperature drift and heating or cooling irregularities. What it does:

• Senses internal temperature and opens/closes the electrical circuit to control heating or cooling components.
• Restores correct on/off cycling so the appliance reaches and maintains the intended temperature.
• Common symptoms it can address: unit won't reach target temperature, runs too long or too short, or temperature fluctuates.
• Works as a safety and control device to prevent thermal extremes when functioning properly.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair to avoid shock or injury.
• Access may require removing exterior or interior panels; keep track of screws and fasteners.
• Match wiring terminals and orientation to the original thermostat; do not force connectors.

This clip kit secures small panels, wiring harnesses, or trim on compatible Whirlpool appliances to prevent rattling and keep components in their intended position. It restores proper fit and helps reduce noise from loose parts. What it does:

• Holds wiring harnesses and cables in place to prevent chafing or contact with moving parts
• Secures panels, trim, or hoses so assemblies stay aligned and quiet
• Reduces rattling, buzzing, or vibration caused by loose components
• Keeps parts positioned during normal use and transport

• Disconnect power (unplug or shut off breaker) before starting any repair
• Use basic hand tools; avoid forcing clips into place to prevent breakage
• Replace any damaged clips with the exact kit to ensure proper fit
• Re-check that fastened parts are secure and that there are no pinched wires before restoring power

This spring-style tube clamp secures flexible tubing to fittings, helping prevent leaks and maintain proper flow. It's a simple replacement that restores a firm seal on water or drain lines. What it does:

• Keeps flexible tubing firmly clamped to barbed or nipple fittings
• Helps stop or reduce leaks from loose or corroded connections
• Prevents tubing from slipping off under pressure or vibration
• Useful where a compact, spring-action clamp is required

• Disconnect power and shut off water to the appliance before replacing parts
• Use pliers to expand the clamp, position it over the tube/fitting, then release to secure
• Inspect connected tubing and fittings for damage; replace if cracked or severely corroded

This door trim retainer replaces a broken or missing end cap that holds the door shelf rail/retainer bar in place on the refrigerator or freezer door. It keeps the rail secured so door-shelf contents are properly contained.

• Secures the door shelf trim/retainer bar to the door liner
• Helps keep the rail aligned and prevents it from loosening or falling off
• Replace when the end cap is cracked, missing, or won't hold the rail
• Common symptoms: loose or sagging door rail, bar popping off, gaps at the rail ends

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Support the rail, then release and remove the damaged end cap
• Reuse existing screws/fasteners if your model uses them
• Align and snap/secure the new end cap; ensure the rail is fully seated

Color: White. Size: 13 oz. Spray paint primer. can.

This OEM grease is a purpose-made appliance lubricant that reduces friction and protects moving parts for smoother operation and longer component life. Use where specified by the manufacturer for bearings, slides, or motor shafts. What it does:

• Lubricates gears, bearings, rollers and shafts to reduce wear and noise
• Helps prevent binding, seizing, and grinding on moving components
• Protects metal parts from corrosion where grease is specified
• Keeps parts moving smoothly under normal operating temperatures

• Disconnect power before servicing any appliance; follow manufacturer service instructions
• Apply sparingly to clean, dry surfaces; avoid over-greasing which can attract debris
• Wear gloves and wipe excess grease from surrounding areas to prevent staining

Sealer for refrigerant line insulation.

This is a genuine replacement screw used to secure panels, brackets, and components on compatible Whirlpool appliances. It restores proper fastening so loose parts stop rattling and panels stay aligned. What it does

• Fastens trim, panels, brackets, or mounting hardware to appliance chassis
• Helps stop vibration and rattling caused by missing or stripped fasteners
• Restores secure connections after repair or part replacement
• Matches OEM thread specification to fit intended mounting holes

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair
• Use the correct screwdriver or bit to avoid stripping the head
• Start threads by hand and tighten until snug; do not overtighten
• Inspect mating threads and replace if damaged

This is a small replacement screw used to fasten appliance panels and internal components, restoring secure connections and reducing rattles or loose parts. Ideal when original screws are missing or damaged. What it does:

• Secures access panels, mounting brackets, or internal assemblies to prevent vibration and movement
• Helps maintain electrical and mechanical connections by keeping components properly aligned
• Common fix for loose control panels, trim pieces, or internal module attachments

• One replacement screw as shown

• Use the matching driver (Phillips, hex, or Torx) and hand-start the screw to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten until snug; do not over-torque to prevent stripping or cracking surrounding material
• Disconnect power to the appliance before accessing internal parts to avoid injury
• If the original screw is corroded or broken, replace with the same type and length for best fit