KAR-11 TECHNICAL EDUCATION MODELS: KSSC36FKB00 KSSC36FKS00 KSSC36QKS00 KSSC42FKB00 KSSC42FKS00 KSSC42QKS00 KSSC48FKB00 KSSC48FKS00 KSSC48QKS00 KSSP36QKS00 KSSP42QKS00 KSSP48QKS00 KSSS36FKB00 KSSS36FKT00 KSSS36FKW00 KSSS36FKX00 KSSS36QKB00 KSSS36QKT00 KSSS36QKW00 KSSS36QKX00 KSSS42FKB00 KSSS42FKT00 KSSS42FKW00 KSSS42FKX00 KSSS42QKB00 KSSS42QKT00 KSSS42QKW00 KSSS42QKX00 KSSS48FKB00 KSSS48FKT00 KSSS48FKW00 KSSS48FKX00 KSSS48QKB00 KSSS48QKT00 KSSS48QKW00 KSSS48QKX00 2001 K MODEL BUILT-IN SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIG
FORWARD This KitchenAid Job Aid, 2001 K Model Built-In Side-By-Side Refrigerator With Variable Capacity Compressor (Part No. 4317326A), provides the technician with information on the installation and service of the Built-In Side-By-Side Refrigerator. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and Service Manual. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the refrigerator.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 1-1 Safety First ......................................................................................................................... 1-1 Electrical Power Supply & Grounding Requirements ................................................... 1-1 Anti-Tip Requirements ...................................................................................
Page DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 6-1 Diagnosis ........................................................................................................................... 6-1 Pre-Diagnostics Checks ................................................................................................. 6-1 Diagnostics Mode ...........................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY FIRST Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS ESD problems are present everywhere. ESD may damage or weaken the electronic control assembly. The new control assembly may appear to work well after repair is finished, but failure may occur at a later date due to ESD stress. • Use an antistatic wrist strap. Connect the wrist strap to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance; or touch your finger repeatedly to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance.
MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS MODEL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER K SS S 4 2 Q K X PRODUCT GROUP K = KitchenAid Brand PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION BR = Bottom Mount Right Hand Hinge BL = Bottom Mount Left Hand Hinge SS = Side-By-Side Built-In MERCHANDISING SCHEME/SERIES C = Wrap Around Stainless Steel P = Factory Installed Panel Kit S = Framed Trim Kit (Panels Not Included) CAPACITY/ SIZE 36 = 36″ Width 42 = 42″ Width 48 = 48″ Width FEATURES D = Ice & Water Dispensing F = Factory Installed Ice Maker w/Filter M = Fa
MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL AND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS The Model/Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Model Description Size-Configuration Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) Crated Weight (lbs) Refrigerant Standard Warranty (Months) Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) Sealed System Warranty (Months) Model Number Model Description Size-Configuration Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) Crated Weight (lbs) Refrigerant Standard Warranty (Months) Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) Sealed System Warranty (Months) Model Number Model
Model Number Model Description Size-Configuration Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) Crated Weight (lbs) Refrigerant Standard Warranty (Months) Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) Sealed System Warranty (Months) Model Number Model Description Size-Configuration Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) Crated Weight (lbs) Refrigerant Standard Warranty (Months) Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) Sealed System Warranty (Months) Model Number Model Description Siz
Model Number Model Description Size-Configuration Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) Crated Weight (lbs) Refrigerant Standard Warranty (Months) Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) Sealed System Warranty (Months) Model Number Model Description Size-Configuration Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) Crated Weight (lbs) Refrigerant Standard Warranty (Months) Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) Sealed System Warranty (Months) Model Number Model Description Siz
KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY TWO-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR For two years from the date of installation, when this refrigerator (excluding the water filter cartridges) is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Replacement parts and labor costs to correct defects in light bulbs, one year.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Front View Side View 251/8" (64 cm) 1 231/2" (60 cm) 831/8" (211 cm) 24" (61 cm) 2 831/8" (211 cm)* A (see chart following) 3 Width of Refrigerator 31/2" (9 cm)* 1. 25-1/8" (64 cm) dimension is to front of top grille 2. Power cord (24") (61 cm) 3. 5 ft. (1.5 m) water line tubing taped to back NOTE: (*) Dimensions shown are for leg levelers extended 1/8″ (3 mm) below the rollers.
Openings The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on either side of the refrigerator. The right side is recommended. The access hole through the right cabinet must be within 1/2″ (12.7 mm) of the rear wall. A 1/2″ (12.7 mm) hole for plumbing should be within the bottom shaded area. The water line can be through the floor or wall. If the recommended water line location is used, no additional plumbing is necessary.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS • Locate the boards so the bottom surface of the boards are 84″ (213 cm) from the floor. • During installation, raise the refrigerator up so there is 1/4″ (6.4 mm) maximum between the top of the refrigerator and the bottom of the anti-tip boards. Do not crush the condenser cover when raising the rear leveling legs. IMPORTANT: • If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker off.
LOWERING THE LEVELING LEGS 2. All four leveling legs must contact the floor to support and stabilize the full weight of the refrigerator. Rollers are for moving the refrigerator, and not for permanent support. Use a socket wrench to turn the leg levelers on both sides of the refrigerator to the right (clockwise) until the refrigerator weight is supported by the legs. The rollers should be off the floor. To avoid cabinet damage, do not apply more than 50 in/lbs (58 cm/kg) of torque to the leveling legs.
3. Loosen the four 3/8″ hex-head screws on top of both door hinges. 2. Use an allen wrench and remove the door stop screw and locking plate from the bottom door hinge. 3. Use an open-end wrench and turn the bushing, located under the bottom of the hinge, to the left to raise the door, or to the right to lower the door. 4. Replace the locking plate and door stop screw. Turn the bushing slightly to align the hinge and locking plate screw holes. 1 1. Mounting screws 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Door Swing Adjustment 1. 2. Open the refrigerator and freezer doors and make sure that they open freely. If a door opens too wide, remove the door stop screw from the bottom hinge. Move the door to the desired open position, and then reinstall the door stop screw at one of the three holes that is closest to the desired position. 1 2 3 1. Door stoop setscrew (130° position) 2. 110 ° position. 3. 90 ° position.
THEORY OF OPERATION Warmer FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Warmer WATER FILTER Power On/Off °C SELECT RESET PERCENT LEFT Colder Colder THE ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL The electronic control monitors the water valve for total elapsed time and gallons of water used. The number displayed on the Water Filter Indicator (WFI) is the percentage of filter usage remaining. The numeric display can be set for Fahrenheit or Celsius and displays the actual temperatures.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL Freezer Temperature Control — Temperature Decreasing The electronic control checks the resistance of the thermistors, and compares it to both the customer temperature settings and the last thermistor reading taken. This information is used to determine when to begin a cooling operation, and if a change is necessary in the damper setting, or the evaporator fan or compressor speed.
COMPRESSOR COMPRESSOR PROTECTION The main control board supplies a 5 vdc, peakto-peak square wave, at 54 to 150 Hz, to the inverter board. A standard VOM will read approximately 2.5 vdc. The inverter board supplies the variable capacity compressor with three-phase 230 vac. Varying the frequency to the inverter board, and not the voltage, changes the speed of the compressor. The compressor can run at speeds of 1620 to 4500 rpm.
POWER INTERRUPTION The refrigerator temperature determines the opening of the air door. When the refrigerator requires cooling, if the evaporator fan motor is already running for the freezer, the air door partially opens, and then adjusts, if necessary. While the refrigerator is cooling, the door will be adjusting continuously to maintain or recover refrigerator temperature.
Freezer Thermistor MAX COOL MODE If the control senses an open or a shorted thermistor, the compressor and the evaporator fan motor will begin to operate on a timed on and off cycle. The cycle time is based on current selected temperature settings. At mid-settings of 37°F / 0°C, the compressor and the evaporator fan motors will run for 35 minutes, and be off for 25 minutes. Setting the freezer colder will increase the run time. Setting the freezer warmer will decrease the run time.
In the Holiday Mode the following occurs: • Temperature selections remain at the current setting, but are not displayed. • The Water Filter Indicator is not displayed, but monitoring continues. • The audible signals are disabled. • The ice maker is disabled. • The interior lights are disabled. • The temperature displays and all of the LEDs will be off, except for the Holiday Mode LED. The Holiday Mode LED will illuminate regardless of the door position.
AIR CIRCULATION It is important not to block any of the vents with food items. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be restricted, and the temperature management system will not function properly. IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. Keep both sections clean, and wrap or cover foods tightly to prevent odors from occurring.
SEALED SYSTEM SCHEMATIC EVAPORATOR CONDENSATE PAN HEAT LOOP MULLION HEAT LOOP FILTER-DRIER CAPILLARY TUBE HEAT EXCHANGER DISCHARGE SUCTION LINE COMPRESSOR 3-8 CONDENSER
COMPONENT ACCESS This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the refrigerator/freezer. The components and their locations are shown below.
REMOVING THE UNIT COMPARTMENT COVER 4. 5. Remove the two hex-head screws from the air diverter and remove the diverter. Remove the nine hex-head screws from the unit compartment front cover, and pull the cover forward out of the way. Unit Compartment Front Cover Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Air Diverter & 2 Screws NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1.
METHOD A 1. Pull the refrigerator out of its mounting location so you can access the rear of the unit. 2. Remove the left and right hex-head screws (one on each side) from the front corners of the unit compartment cover. METHOD B 1. Remove the left and right hex-head screws (one on each side) from the front corners of the unit compartment cover (see the top left photo). 2. Remove the four hex-head screws (two on each side) from the rear flanges of the unit compartment cover.
REMOVING A DOOR SWITCH, THE POWER SWITCH, THE INVERTER ASSEMBLY, AND THE MAIN CONTROL BOARD ASSEMBLY b) Remove the two hex-head screws from the door switch cover and remove the cover. Door Switch Cover Screw (1 of 2) Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2.
4. b) Remove the four wire connectors from the power switch terminals. c) Press in on the locking arms and push the switch out of the cover opening. To remove a door switch (Revised Design): a) Remove the two hex-head screws from the door switch cover and remove the cover. Door Switch Cover Screws Locking Arms 6. Door Switch b) Disconnect the wire connectors from the door switch terminals. c) Press in on the locking arms and push the switch out of the bracket. 5.
d) Pull the inverter assembly forward so it is free of the retaining bracket, rotate the box so you can access the rear mounting screw, and remove the screw. f) Remove the compressor terminal cover. To remove the cover, insert a flat-bladed screwdriver into the top slot, push down on the screwdriver to release the catch, and then rotate the cover forward at the top and lift it off the bottom catch.
c) Remove the wire connectors from the main control board assembly. Wire Connectors Electrical Shock Hazard Connect green ground wire to ground screw. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. REASSEMBLY NOTE: Be sure to reconnect the green ground wires; one to the compressor terminal, and the other to the chassis (see the previous steps). 7. To remove the main control board assembly: a) Remove the unit compartment cover (see pages 4-2 & 4-3 for the procedures).
REMOVING THE CONDENSER FAN MOTOR Wire Connector Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Fan Motor Bracket Screws NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Remove the main and louvered decorative panels (see page 4-2). 3. Remove the unit compartment cover (see pages 4-2 & 4-3 for the procedures). 6.
REMOVING THE COMPRESSOR AND FILTER/DRIER 6. Loosen the strain relief screw from the compressor terminal cover and remove the wire. Ground Wire & 3-Pin Lead Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Remove the main and louvered decorative panels (see page 4-2). 3.
REMOVING THE BIMETAL, THE EVAPORATOR FAN MOTOR, THE DEFROST HEATER, AND THE EVAPORATOR 6. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Lift and unhook the two evaporator cover tabs, then lower the cover until the top edge clears the air duct, and slide the cover up and out of the freezer. Unhook Evaporator Cover Tabs NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1.
8. To remove the evaporator fan motor: a) Pull the fan blade off the motor shaft. b) Unclip the motor. c) Disconnect the wire connector from the terminals. 9. Pull Fan Blade Off Motor Shaft Evaporator Fan Motor To remove the defrost heater: a) Remove the two hex-head screws from the evaporator fan motor shroud. b) Lift the evaporator fan motor shroud and disconnect the evaporator fan motor connector (see the photo to the left). c) Unclip the bimetal from the evaporator inlet tubing.
f) Remove the hex-head screws from the right evaporator cover mounting bracket and remove the bracket. Be careful not to drop the screws down the drain hole at the bottom of the liner. Cover the hole with a cloth. Right Evaporator Cover i) Bend the two hangers at the bottom of the evaporator. Mounting Bracket Bend The Two Hangers j) Unfasten the two metal clips from the right side, and slide the defrost heater down and off the evaporator. g) Remove the foam block from the right side of the evaporator.
10. To remove the evaporator: a) Remove the defrost heater from the evaporator (see pages 4-11 & 4-12). b) Access the sealed system and discharge the refrigerant into an approved recovery system. c) Remove and replace the evaporator. REASSEMBLY NOTES: 1. The evaporator fan motor shroud has a foam insert on each side. Note the position of these inserts in the photo and reinstall them correctly, as shown. Foam Blocks Defrost Heater Evaporator Fan Motor Shroud 2.
REMOVING THE TOUCH/DISPLAY BOARD & THE MOTORIZED AIR DOOR b) Disconnect the two wire connectors from the touch control assembly and remove the assembly from the refrigerator. Wire Connectors Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Open the refrigerator door and remove the items from the top shelf.
4. To remove the motorized air door: a) Remove the hex-head screws from the motorized air door cover and remove the cover. c) Disconnect the wire connector from the motorized air door and remove it. REASSEMBLY NOTE: Be sure to position the motorized air door with the motor and wires as shown in the bottom left photo. Screw Motorized Air Door Cover Motorized Air Door Wire Connector Screw b) Pull the motorized air door out of the refrigerator liner opening.
REMOVING THE ICE MAKER AND THE AUGER MOTOR & CRUSH/CUBE SOLENOID 3. To remove the ice maker: a) Remove the bottom screw from the ice maker bracket. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Open the freezer door and remove the ice maker shelf and the ice bin.
4. To remove the auger motor or crush/ cube solenoid: a) Remove the light shield and the bulb from the socket. b) Remove the four hex-head screws from the auger assembly and pull the assembly forward. Screws d) To remove the auger, unscrew the drive coupler (left-hand threads) and remove it from the motor shaft. e) Remove the three auger motor hexhead screws from the housing.
REMOVING A THERMISTOR 3. Remove the hex-head screw from the thermistor cover. Pull the cover forward at the screw end, and unhook the tab from the slot at the other end of the thermistor cover. Screw Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Refrigerator / Freezer Thermistor Cover NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power.
REMOVING A LIGHT SOCKET 3. 4. 5. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. Remove the light shield. Remove the bulb from the socket. Grasp the light socket by the rounded portion and pull out on the narrow end, while pressing the locking arm (see the photo below) with a screwdriver blade. Pull out on the socket until it disengages from the opening.
REMOVING THE WATER RESERVOIR 3. Use the leveling screws and lower the refrigerator onto the four rollers. Leveling Screws Rear Front Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power.
5. Unhook the front edge of the drip pan and pull it out the front of the refrigerator. 9. Unhook Front Reach under the front of the refrigerator and remove the water reservoir outlet tubing nut from the water valve and remove the nut from the end of the tubing. Drip Pan 6. Use a putty knife, slide the retainer clips off the door channel, and pull the water line out from under the channel. Water Reservoir Tubing Nut Door Channel 10.
REMOVING THE WATER VALVE 5. 6. Disconnect the 1/2″ nut from the water valve inlet. Remove the two hex-head mounting screws from the water valve mounting bracket. Water Valve Bracket Screws Water Valve Inlet Tubing Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2.
REMOVING THE WATER & ICE DISPENSER c) Bow the front panel out at the center and remove it from the top and bottom channels of the water & ice dispenser. Top Channel Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Remove the drip tray from the water & ice dispenser.
5. c) Repeat the previous step for the other corner of the front panel. d) Pull the bottom of the front panel out and then down to remove it from the dispenser. To remove the dispenser: a) Disconnect the front panel wire connector and remove the panel. c) Disconnect the three wire connectors and remove the subpanel. 2 Wire Connectors Wire Connector Wire Connector b) Remove the two hex-head screws from the switch subpanel, pull the panel forward, and turn it over.
REMOVING A DOOR GASKET 5. 6. 7. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. 8. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Open the door for the gasket you intend to replace. 3. 4. 9. Fold the door gasket back and loosen the hex-head screws around the perimeter of the door.
REMOVING THE FREEZER OR REFRIGERATOR DOOR b) Use the leveling screws and lower the refrigerator onto the four rollers. Leveling Screws Rear Front Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Sharp edges may be present. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Remove the main and louvered decorative panels (see page 4-2).
d) Disconnect the water & ice dispenser electrical harness connector at the back of the refrigerator. g) Disconnect the water reservoir tubing nut at the union and remove the nut from the end of the tubing. Water Reservoir Union Nut Water & Ice Dispenser Electrical Harness Connector Water & Ice Dispenser Electrical Harness h) Remove the hex-head screw from the green ground wire on the water & ice dispenser wiring harness.
4. 5. Remove the door switch & bracket for the refrigerator or freezer door (see page 4-4 for the procedure). With the door closed, remove the hexhead screw from the door linkage at the top of the door. NOTE: The door spring will remain under slight tension when the door is closed. 6. Use a pair of pliers and lift the end of the linkage off the square post. Disconnect End Of Spring Lift Door Linkage Off Post Door Linkage Screw 7. 8.
COMPONENT TESTING • Check all connections before replacing components, looking for broken or loose wires, failed terminals, or wires not pressed into connectors far enough. • Resistance checks must be made with power cord unplugged from outlet, and with wiring harness or connectors disconnected. Before testing any of the components, perform the following checks: • The most common cause for control failure is corrosion on connectors.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. CONDENSER FAN MOTOR EVAPORATOR FAN MOTOR 1 2 3 4 Refer to page 4-10 for the procedure for servicing the evaporator fan motor. 1. Run the diagnostics tests (see page 6-1) and check for the proper operation of the evaporator fan motor in step 03.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. COMPRESSOR & INVERTER Pins Refer to pages 4-4 and 4-9 for the procedures for servicing the inverter and compressor. 1. Run the diagnostics tests (see page 6-1) and check for the proper operation of the compressor in step 05. NOTE: If the compressor does not operate perform the following steps. 2.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. MOTORIZED AIR DOOR DEFROST HEATER & BIMETAL Refer to page 4-14 for the procedure for servicing the motorized air door. 1. Run the diagnostics tests (see page 6-1) and check for the proper operation of the air door in step 06. NOTE: A 12 volts DC square wave is supplied to the air door in a series of short pulses.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. MAIN CONTROL BOARD Refer to page 4-4 for the procedure for servicing the main control board. NOTE: See the chart for the main control board test specifications.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. ICE MAKER AUGER MOTOR CRUSH/CUBE SOLENOID Refer to page 4-16 for the procedure for servicing the crush/cube solenoid. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Disconnect one of the wires going to the solenoid. 3. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale. 4. Touch the ohmmeter test probes to the solenoid terminals. 5.
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. DOOR SWITCH WATER VALVE SOLENOID Refer to page 4-22 for the procedure for servicing the water valve. 1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. 2. Disconnect the wire connectors from the water valve solenoid terminals. 3. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale. 4. Touch the ohmmeter test probes to the terminals of the ice maker solenoid.
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DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSIS Warmer FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Warmer WATER FILTER Power On/Off °C SELECT RESET PERCENT LEFT Colder Colder Both the Power On/Off and the Water Filter Reset keys must be functional. The refrigerator display shows the step number. The results of the checks are displayed on the water filter status indicator. After 20 minutes, the control will default from the Diagnostics Mode to a normal cooling mode.
DIAGNOSTICS CHART Step Component Tested 01 FreezerThermistor 02 Refrigerator Thermistor 03 Evaporator Fan Motor 04 Condenser Fan Motor 05 Compressor 06 Air Door 07 Result* Comment 01 02 03 01 02 03 01 02 01 01 02 01 Thermistor is within normal range. Thermistor is open or less than –20°F. Thermistor is shorted or greater than 115°F. Thermistor is within normal range. Thermistor is open or less than 10°F. Thermistor is shorted or greater than 115°F.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Condenser fan runs but the compressor will not start. Refrigerator compartment too warm. POSSIBLE CAUSE TEST PROCEDURE-ACTION No DC control voltage from main See "Component Testing" section for main PCB test procedure. PCB to the inverter board. Control voltage wires loose or Check connections and repair as needed. reversed. Compressor. See "Component Testing" section for compressor/inverter test procedure. Inverter board.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS WIRING DIAGRAM—BOTTOM MOUNT P5 P7 P4 P6 P3 P2 7-1
WIRING DIAGRAM—SIDE-BY-SIDE MODELS P5 P7 P4 P3 P6 P2 OPTIONAL DISPENSER MODELS ONLY 7-2
STRIP CIRCUITS COOLING CIRCUITS COMPRESSOR COMPRESSOR INVERTER BOARD WH POWER ON/OFF RD BK L1 POWER ON/OFF N RD/WH P7-8 P5-2 P7-3 ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD P5-3 THERMISTOR CONDENSER FAN MOTOR CONDENSER FAN MOTOR POWER ON/OFF L1 BK P5-2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD P6-1 WH/RD 7-3 POWER ON/OFF WH N
EVAPORATOR FAN MOTOR POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF BK L1 P5-2 P7-4 P7-5 YL/BU YL/RD P7-9 WH P5-3 ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD N P7-10 WH/VT YL/BK YL WH EVAPORATOR FAN MOTOR RD BU DEFROST CYCLE DEFROST HEATER POWER ON/OFF BIMETAL BK L1 P5-2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD P6-4 PK POWER ON/OFF DEFROST HEATER N ELECTRONIC CONTROL ENABLED CIRCUITS ICE MAKER POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF L1 BK P5-2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD P6-5 7-4 LB/BK ICE MAKER MODULE WH N
REFRIGERATOR LIGHT POWER ON/OFF DOOR SWITCH BK L1 POWER ON/OFF WH/TN P4-1 ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD N FREEZER LIGHT POWER ON/OFF L1 POWER ON/OFF DOOR SWITCH 3 BK WH/TN 1 2 7-5 P4-2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD N
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