Eric B Ladera Ranch , CA May 28, 2016 Appliance: Model 106.50592000 Broken handle on kenmore elite (whirlpool) refrigerator This is a very easy fix. The only trick is that you must also remove the top and bottom trim parts above and below the handle (respectively) to be able to replace the handle, as those pieces cover the screws that attach the handle to the door panel. And really, removing those two pieces are the hardest part. The top trim piece slides up, whereas the bottom piece slides down. In my case, I had a little bit of trouble sliding the top piece up. I ended up having to use a wedge and a mallet to tap the bottom of the piece to get it to move. From there it was completely easy. Just remove the old handle by unscrewing the for screws that attach it, and the screw on the new handle. Then, slide the two other trim pieces back on. Voila! I was able to complete my repair in about 5 minutes. One thing I will mention is that the four screws require a square (four-sided) bit, which not all bit sets will have. Read More... 4 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Terry W Dubach , LA July 24, 2015 Broken frig handle Looked up correct part and ordered. Received the part ahead of scheduled delivery. Part was a perfect fit with no problems. Had repaired in about 10 minutes. Thanks ApplianceParts for having the correct part I needed. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Kerry P Lincoln , CA October 01, 2014 My refrigerator handle cracked and broke off from door the notch that keeps the snack bin from coming all the way out broke off allowing the door to fall out The fix went well. The instructions were helpful. The parts are working great. The only problem I had was that screws were not supplied for the refrigerator door handle. It wasn't a real problem though because I just used the screws that held the old one on. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Wrench Set
Mary C Oceanside , CA October 15, 2015 Refrigerator door handle was breaking and door hinge was failing (door was lower than freezer door and had to be pushed to close) Replacement refrigerator handle and upper/lower moldings, and door hinge kit. The U-tube videos made it clear the repair was worth buying replacement parts, and my husband surprised me by fixing it while I was away for the day. He said it was easy! Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers, Socket Set
Anne-Marie R Hanover Park , IL October 12, 2014 Appliance: Model 106.52602100 Door handle broke off Unscrewed about a total of 5 screws placed new handle on refrigerator. Then slide the trim pieces back on. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers