Kenmore Elite 795.71082.01 series User manual

CAUTION
BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT,
READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
Model #s:
795.71082.01*
795.71083.01*
795.71089.01*
REFRIGERATOR
SERVICE MANUAL
P/No. MFL48179017 (Last Revision: January. 18. 2010)

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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read the following instructions before servicing your
refrigerator.
1. Unplug the power before handling any elctrical componets.
2. Check the rated current, voltage, and capacity.
3. Take caution not to get water near any electrical
components.
4. Use exact replacement parts.
5. Remove any objects from the top prior to tilting the
product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION .................................................................................................................................................. 5
3. DISASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................................................. 6-14
REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS .............................................................................................. 6
DOOR ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
DOOR ALIGNMENT ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
FAN AND FAN MOTOR(Evaporator) .................................................................................................................................. 8
DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................... 9
LAMP .................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
MULTI DUCT .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
MAIN PWB ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
DISPENSER ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DISPLAY PWB REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................................................................... 10
FUNNEL REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................................................................ 10
SUB PWB FOR DISPENSER ........................................................................................................................................... 11
DUCT DOOR REPLACEMENT ........................................................................................................................................ 11
ICE CORNER DOOR REPLACEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 11
ICEMAKER ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................................................... 11
AUGER MOTOR COVER ................................................................................................................................................. 12
HOW TO REMOVE A DOOR ICE BIN .............................................................................................................................. 13
HOW TO INSERT A DOOR ICE BIN ................................................................................................................................ 13
HOW TO REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER .............................................................................. 14-15
WATER VALVE DISASSEMBLY METHOD ...................................................................................................................... 16
FAN AND FAN MOTOR DISASSEMBLY METHOD ......................................................................................................... 16
PULL OUT DRAWER ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
4. ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................................................................ 18-19
COMPRESSOR ................................................................................................................................................................ 18
PTC-STARTER ................................................................................................................................................................. 18
OLP(OVERLOAD PROTECTOR) ..................................................................................................................................... 19
TO REMOVE THE COVER PTC ...................................................................................................................................... 19
5. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM ......................................................................................................................................................... 20
6. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................ 21-25
7. OPERATION PRINCIPLE AND REPAIR METHOD OF ICEMAKER ......................................................................... 26-28
8. DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION & CIRCUIT OF MICOM ............................................................................................ 29-45

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1. SPECIFICATIONS
Relay ............................................................ EBG60658602
Overload ........................................................ 6750C-0004U
Defrost Thermostat ....................................... 6615JB2005H
Defrost Heater ............................................... 5300JK1005D
Evaporator Fan Motor ................................... 4681JB1027C
(4681JK1004E)
Capacitor (Running) ..................................... 0CZZJB2014K
(0CZZJB2012K)
Compressor (Hi-Side) ................................... TCA34632301
Evaporator (Lo-Side) ..................................... 5421JJ1003B
Condenser ................................................... ACG72915201
Dryer ............................................................. 5851JA2007E
Condenser Fan Motor ................................... 4681JB1029D
Temperature Control ............................ ACQ36820506(SW)
ACQ36820507(WB)
ACQ36820508(BI)
ACQ36820509(STS)
ACQ36820510(BS)
Main Control ................................................. EBR41956436
Ice Fan Motor ................................................ 4681JB1027E
1-8 AIR FLOW / CIRCULATION D’AIR
1-7 REPLACEMENT PARTS
21 cuft
795.71082.01*
795.71083.01*
795.71089.01*
1-1 DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE
SERVICING
IMPORTANT - RECONNECT ALL
GROUNDING DEVICES
All parts of this appliance capable of conducting electrical
current are grounded. If grounding wires, screws, straps,
clips, nuts or washers used to complete a path to ground
are removed for service, they must be returned to their
original position and properly fastened.
1-2 IMPORTANT NOTICE
This information is intended for use by individuals
possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic
and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a major
appliance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible
for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume
any liability in connection with its use.
1-3 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Control (Freezer Compartment) .. -6°F to +8°F
Defrost Control .....Total Comp Running Time: 7 hrs~50 hrs
Defrost Thermostat ...................................................... 46°F
Electrical Rating : 115VAC, 60Hz ................................ 7.2 A
Maximum Current Leakage ...................................... 0.5 mA
Maximum Ground Path Resistance ................... 0.14 Ohms
Energy Consumption ....................... 21 cu.ft. 527 (E/STAR)
.......................................................... 25 cu.ft. 547 (E/STAR)
1-5 REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Minimum Compressor Capacity Vacuum ................ 21 MIN.
Minimum Equalized Pressure
@ 70°F ............................................................ 49 PSIG
@ 90°F ............................................................ 56 PSIG
Refrigerant R134a ................................................... 5.11 oz.
Compressor ....................................................... 956 BTU/hr
1-6 INSTALLATION
Clearance must be provided at top, sides and rear of the
refrigerator for air circulation.
AT REAR ....................................................................... 1 in
1-4 NO LOAD PERFORMANCE
CONTROL POSITION : MID/MID
And Ambient of : ................ 70°F ................................. 90°F
Fresh Food, °F .................. 33°F to 41°F ........ 33°F to 41°F
Frozen Food, °F ................ -4°F to +4°F ......... -4°F to +4°F
Percent Running Time ...... 35%-45% ................. 50°F-70°F

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Depth w/ Handles
Depth w/ o Handles
Depth w/ o Door
Depth (Total with Door Open)
Height to Top of Case
Height to Top of Door Hinge
Width
Width (door open 90 deg. w/o handle)
Width (door open 90 deg. w/ handle)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
30 in.
27 1/2 in.
23 5/8 in.
42 1/4 in.
68 3/8 in.
69 3/4 in.
35 3/4 in.
39 1/4 in.
44 1/4 in.
Description 795.71082.01*

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2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Refrigerator Light
Filter (Inside)
Modular Door Bins
Fixed door bin
Fixed door bin
Refrigerator Shelves
Ice Room
(Ice Maker and Ice Bucket)
Humidity Controlled Crisper
Glide‘N’Serve
Extra Ice Bin
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
Pull out Drawer
Durabase
Divider
Tilt-Out Door Basket
Dairy Bin
Water Tank Cover
K
L
M
N
O
P
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.
NOTE : This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items
listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.

3. DISASSEMBLY
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3-1 REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
To remove the left refrigerator door:
Pull the water tube out of the fitting while pressing the
release ring on the fitting.
When you pull out the tube, first you have to push the collet
by opposite direction of arrow in the upper picture and tube
pull out by direction of arrow.
To remove the right refrigerator door:
Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry back the hooks
(not shown) on the front underside of the cover (2).
Lift up the cover.
Remove the cover. Pull out the tube (3).
Disconnect all the wire harnesses (4).
Remove the grounding screw(5)
Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise and remove.
Lift the top hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).
IMPORTANT : When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
door.
Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching
surface.
Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).
Remove the cover.
Disconnect the wire harness (3).
Remove the grounding screw (4).
Rotate the hinge lever (5) clockwise and remove.
Lift the top hinge (6) free of the hinge lever latch (7).
IMPORTANT : When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
Explosion Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. Failure to do so could result in
death or serious injury.
Do not put hands or feet or other objects into
the air vents, base grille, or bottom of the
refrigerator.
You may be injured or receive an electrical
shock.
Be careful when you work with the hinge, base
grille, and stopper. You may be injured.
CAUTION : Before you begin, remove food and
bins from the doors.
WARNING

3-2 DOOR
Door Gasket Removal
1. Remove door frame cover
Starting at top of cover and working down, snap cover
out and away from door.
Door Gasket Replacement
1. Insert gasket bracket clips
1) Insert gasket bracket edge beneath door frame edge.
2) Turn upper gasket bracket spring so that the spring
ends are in the door channel.
3) Push in clip until you hear it snap securely into place.
2. Insert gasket into channel
1) Snap gasket assembly into the door bracket.
<Inserting the Gasket Assembly into the Bracket Door>
4) Push in remaining clip until you hear it snap securely
into place.
Note : Make sure that no part of gasket bracket edge
protrudes from beneath door frame edge.
2. Remove gasket bracket clips
There are two clips on each door. Start bracket removal
near one of the middle clips.
1)Pull gasket back to expose gasket bracket clip and
door frame.
2)Insert a flat tip screwdriver into seam between gasket
bracket and door frame and pry back until clips snap
out.
3)Continue prying back along seam until all clips snap
out.
3. Remove gasket
Pull gasket free from gasket channel on the three
remaining sides of door.
Figure 1
Frame Cover
Handle
Figure 4
Figure 5
Door
Frame
Correct
Correct
Incorrect
Incorrect
Figure 2
Door
Frame
Gasket
Bracket Clip
Gasket
Bracket
Flat Tip
Screwdriver
Figure 3
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Spring
Gasket
Bracket Clip

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3. Replace door frame cover
Starting at top of cover and working down, snap cover
back into door.
2) Press gasket into channels on the three remaining
sides of door.
Figure 6
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 7
3-3 DOOR ALIGNMENT
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the
instructions below to align the doors :
1. With one hand, lift up the door you want to raise at
middle hinge.
2. With other hand, use pliers to insert snap ring as shown.
3. Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned.
(Three snap rings are provided with unit.)
3-4 FAN AND FAN MOTOR(EVAPORATOR)
1. Remove the freezer shelf. (If your refrigerator has an
icemaker, remove the icemaker first)
2. Remove the plastic guide for slides on left side by
unscrewing phillips head screws.
3. Remove the grille by removing one screw and pulling the
grille forward.
4. Remove the Fan Motor assembly by loosening 2 screws
and disassembling the shroud.
5. Pull out the fan and separate the Fan Motor and Bracket.
BRACKET
MOTOR
GRILLE
FAN
FAN MOTOR

Figure 10 Figure 11
GRILLE ASSEMBLY DEFROST-CONTROL
ASSEMBLY
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*Ice Fan Scroll Assembly Replacement
1) Remove the plastic guide for slides on left side by
unscrewing phillips head screws.
2) Pull the grille forward as shown in the second picture.
3) Disconnect wire harness of the grille.
4) Remove the scroll assembly by loosening all screws.
(3) (4)
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 15
Figure 14
3-5 DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY
Defrost Control assembly consists of Defrost Sensor and
FUSE-M.
The Defrost Sensor works to defrost automatically. It is
attached to the metal side of the Evaporator and senses its
temperature. At 46°F (8°C), it turns the Defrost Heater off.
Fuse-M is a safety device for preventing over-heating of the
Heater when defrosting.
1. Pull out the grille assembly. (Figure 10)
2. Separate the connector with the Defrost Control
assembly and replace the Defrost Control assembly after
cutting the Tie Wrap. (Figure 11)
Cover, Lamp LED, Assembly Case Lamp
3-6 LAMP
Unplug Refrigerator, or disconnect power at the circuit
breaker.
If necessary, remove top shelf or shelves.
1) Release 2 screws.
2) Hold both ends with your both hands and pull it
downward to remove it.
3) Use a flat tool as shown below to remove the cover
lamp.
4) As shown below, use a flat tool to remove the cover
lamp.
3-6-1 Refrigerator Compartment Lamp
1. Unplug refrigerator power cord form outlet.
2. Remove screw with direver.
3. Grasp the cover Lamp, pull the cover downward.
3-6-2 Freezer Compartment Lamp
(1) (2)

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3-7 MULTI DUCT
1. Remove the upper and
lower Caps by using a
flat screwdriver, and
remove 2 screws.
(Figure 17)
2. Disconnect the lead wire
on the bottom position.
3-8 MAIN PWB
1) Loosen the 4 screws on the PWB cover.
Figure 17
3-9 DISPENSER
1) Disconnect funnel and
button assembly by
pulling down and
forward.
2) Remove the PWB cover
3) Disconnect wire harness and replace the main PWB in
the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION : When replacing the dispenser cover in the
reverse order of removal, be careful that the lead wire
does not come out and the water tube is not pinched by
the dispenser cover, as shown in the picture below.
2) Hold the left and right side
of the “Cover Assembly,
dispenser” as shown in the
picture, and pull and
remove it. The cover
dispenser is attached with a
hook.
3-10 DISPLAY PWB REPLACEMENT
1) Pull up and out on the dispenser cover to remove.
3-11 FUNNEL REPLACEMENT
1) Pull up and out on the dispenser cover to remove.
2) Disconnect the wire harness.
3) Replace in reverse order.
2) Follow the steps in the pictures

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3-12 SUB PWB FOR WORKING DISPENSER 3-14 ICE CORNER DOOR REPLACEMENT
1) Loosen the screw on the sub PWB. 1) Loosen the front screw as shown in the picture.
2) Lift up the hinge with one hand.
3) Pull out the Ice Corner Door with the other hand.
3-15 ICEMAKER ASSEMBLY
1) Loosen two screws as shown in the first picture.
2) Disconnect the wire harness & ground screw replace
theIcemaker assembly in the reverse order of removal.
3-13 DUCT DOOR REPLACEMENT
1) Pull up and out on the dispenser cover to remove.
2) Disconnect the wire harness.
3) Remove the funnel
4) Replace in reverse order.
2) Pull the sub PWB down.
3) Disconnect the wire harness and replace the sub PWB in
the reverse order of removal.
3) It separates a ground connection screw.

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3-16 AUGER MOTOR COVER
1) After removing the icemaker remove the (5) stainless
screws holding the auger motor cover, shown in the
picutres below.
2) Grip the bottom of motor cover assembly and pull out it.
3) Disconnect wire harness of motor cover assembly.
There is a auger motor on the back, as shown in the
picture.
Auger Motor
Icemaker Power &
Full detection Signal

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3-17 HOW TO REMOVE A DOOR ICE BIN
1) Grip the handles, as shown in the picture.
3-18 HOW TO INSERT A DOOR ICE BIN
1) Insert the Ice Bin, slightly tilting it to avoid touching the
Icemaker. (especially, ice maker lever)
Insert the ice bucket carefully avoid contacing the
automatic shut off arm.
2) Lift the lower part slightly.
3) Take the Ice Bin out slowly.

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3-19 HOW TO REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER
3-19-1 Follow Steps to Remove
Step 1) Open the freezer door. Step 2) Remove the lower basket.
Step 3) Remove the two screws from the guide rails (one
from each side).
Step 5) First: Remove the gear from the left side first by releasing the tab behind the gear, place a screwdriver between the
gear and the tab and pull up on the gear.
Second: Remove the center rail.
Third: Remove the gear from the right side by following the same steps for the left side.
NOTE : THIS TAB MUST BE PUSHED IN TO RELEASE THE GEAR.
Step 4) Lift the freezer door up to unhook it from the rail
support and remove.
Pull both rails to full extension.

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3-19-2 Follow Steps to Reinstall
Step 1) Reinstall the right side gear into the clip.
Step 2) Insert the rail into the right side gear. Gears do not
need to be perpendicular to each other.
Step 4) The rail system will align itself by pushing the rails
all the way into the freezer section.
Pull the rails back out to full extension.
Step 5) Reinstall the freezer door by inserting the rail tabs
into the guide rail.
Step 6) Reinstall the two screws into the guide rails
(one from each side).
Step 7) Reinstall the lower basket, and close the freezer
door.
Step 3) Insert the rail into the left side gear, and insert the
gear into the clip.

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3-20 WATER VALVE DISASSEMBLY METHOD
1) Turn off the water. Then separate the water line from the
valve.
3-21 FAN AND FAN MOTOR DISASSEMBLY
METHOD
1) Using a short screwdriver, loosen one SCREW in DRAIN
PIPE ASSEMBLY and one connected to the MOTOR
COVER.
2) Separate the Mechanical Cover and Valve Screw.
3) Separate the housing and pull out the valve.
4) Lay a dry towel on the floor and get ready to spill water
from the water filter. Pull out the Cilp. Then press te
collet to separate the tube from the connector and pour
out the water until emptied.
Mechanical Cover
Housing
MOTOR COVER
2) Pull and separate the FAN ASSEMBLY and MOTOR
turning counterclockwise based on the MOTOR SHAFT.
The assembly is in the reverse order of the disassembly
and take special care for the following details.
1. Be careful not to bend the tube during assembly.
2. Press the WATER DISPENSER button until water pours
out and check for leakage in the CONNECTOR TUBE (It
differs by the water pressure but usually takes about 2
minutes until water pours out.)
FAN ASSEMBLY MOTOR
Collet
Tube
Insert Line
Clip

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3-22 PULL OUT DRAWER
To separate the drawer, push the front left and right hooks
in direction to pull up and remove.
Then gently lift the gear part of rear left and right side of the
drawer and pull it out in direction.
To install, reposition the gear part of rear left and right side
of the drawer after pulling out both rails as much as
possible, and gently push down both left and right side
while checking the hook on the front part.

4. ADJUSTMENT
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4-1-1 Role
4-1 COMPRESSOR
The compressor intakes low temperature and low pressure
gas from the evaporator of the refrigerator and compresses
this gas to high-temperature and high-pressure gas. It then
delivers the gas to the condenser.
4-2-3 PTC-Applied Circuit Diagram
Starting Method for the Motor
4-2-4 Motor Restarting and PTC Cooling
(1) It requires approximately 5 minutes for the pressure to
equalize before the compressor can restart.
(2) The PTC device generates heat during operation.
Therefore, it must be allowed to cool before the
compressor can restart.
4-2-5 Relation of PTC-Starter and OLP
(1) If the compressor attempts to restart before the PTC
device is cooled, the PTC device will allow current to
flow only to the main winding.
(2) The OLP will open because of the over current
condition. This same process will continue (3 to 5 times)
when the compressor attempts to restart until the PTC
device has cooled. The correct OLP must be properly
attached to prevent damage to the compressor.
Parts may appear physically identical but could have
different electrical ratings. Replace parts by part number
and model number. Use only approved substitute parts.
4-2-6 Note for Using the PTC-Starter
(1) Be careful not to allow over-voltage and over-current.
(2) Do not drop or handle carelessly.
(3) Keep away from any liquid.
If liquid such as oil or water enters the PTC,
PTC materials may fail due to breakdown of their
insulating capabilities.
(4) If the exterior of the PTC is damaged, the resistance
value may be altered. This can cause damage to the
compressor and result in a no-start or hard-to-start
condition.
(5) Always use the PTC designed for the compressor and
make sure it is properly attached to the compressor.
Parts may appear physically identical but could have
different electrical ratings. Replace parts by part number
and model number. Use only approved substitute parts.
4-2 PTC-STARTER
4-1-2 Composition
The compressor includes overload protection. The PTC
starter and OLP (overload protector) are attached to the
outside of the compressor. Since the compressor is
manufactured to tolerances of 1 micron and is hermetically
sealed in a dust and moisture-free environment, use
extreme caution when performing repairs.
4-1-3 Note for Usage
(1) Be careful not to allow over-voltage and over-current.
(2) If compressor is dropped or handled carelessly, poor
operation and noise may result.
(3) Use proper electric components appropriate to the
Particular Compressor in your product.
(4) Keep Compressor dry.
If the Compressor gets wet (in the rain or a damp
environment) and rust forms in the pin of the Hermetic
Terminal, poor operation and contact may result.
(5) When replacing the Compressor, be careful that dust,
humidity, and soldering flux don’t contaminate the inside
of the compressor. Dust, humidity, and solder flux
contaminate the cylinder and may cause noise,
improper operation or even cause it to lock up.
4-2-1 Composition of PTC-Starter
(1) PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) is a no-contact
semiconductor starting device which uses ceramic
material consisting of BaTiO3.
(2) The higher the temperature is, the higher the resistance
value. These features are used as a starting device for
the Motor.
4-2-2 Role of PTC-Starter
(1) The PTC is attached to the Sealed Compressor and is
used for starting the Compressor Motor.
(2) The compressor is a single-phase induction motor.
The starting operation, the PTC allows current flow to
both the start winding and main winding.

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4-5-1 Definition of OLP
4-3 OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR) 4-4 TO REMOVE THE COVER PTC
(1) OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR) is attached to the
Compressor and protects the Motor by opening the
circuit to the Motor if the temperature rises and
activating the bimetal spring in the OLP.
(2) When high current flows to the Compressor motor, the
Bimetal works by heating the heater inside the OLP, and
the OLP protects the Motor by cutting off the current
flowing to the Compressor Motor.
4-5-2 Role of the OLP
(1) The OLP is attached to the Sealed Compressor used for
the Refrigerator. It prevents the Motor Coil from being
started in the Compressor.
(2) For normal operation of the OLP, do not turn the Adjust
Screw of the OLP in any way.
(1) Remove the Cover Back M/C.
(2) Disconnect two housing upper side of comp connected
in.
(3) Loosen two screws on comp base.
(4) Use a L-shaped flap tool to pry off the cover.
(5) Assembly in reverse order of disassembly.
Figure 19

5. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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