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REFRIGERATOR
SERVICE MANUAL
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
CAUTION
BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT,
READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
MODELS:
795.58822.900
795.58823.900
795.58826.900
795.58829.900
SXS REFRIGERATOR
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Table of Contents

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Summary

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY

1. SPECIFICATIONS

DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICING

Important safety instruction before performing any service.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Notice for intended users and limitations of liability.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Details electrical ratings, temperature controls, and energy consumption.

NO LOAD PERFORMANCE

Performance data at different ambient temperatures.

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

Specifications for the refrigeration components and pressures.

INSTALLATION

Guidelines for proper air circulation and clearances.

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM DIAGRAM

Diagram illustrating the refrigeration system airflow.

2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION

3. HOW TO INSTALL REFRIGERATOR

How to Adjust Door Height of Refrigerator

Instructions for leveling refrigerator doors for proper closure.

Install Water Filter

Step-by-step guide for installing and replacing the water filter.

3. How to Control the Amount of Water Supplied to Icemaker

Confirm the amount of water supplied to the icemaker

Steps to check water levels and perform icemaker operation test.

4. MICOM FUNCTION

Control Panel Overview

Overview of the control panel buttons, indicators, and display modes.

Key Functions and Selections

Operation of lock, filter, Ultra Ice, dispenser, and dispenser light modes.

System Controls

Freezer fan motor control, lamp auto-off, and door opening alarms.

Defrosting and Defect Diagnosis

How the defrost cycle works and how the refrigerator indicates defects.

1-16 Failure Diagnosis

Error Code Diagnosis

Overview of error codes and their meanings.

ERROR CODE on display panel

Table detailing error codes, causes, and operation status.

1-17 TEST Mode

PCB TEST BUTTON FUNCTION

Location and function of the test button on the main PCB.

Demonstration MODE

How to activate and deactivate the demonstration mode.

5. CIRCUIT

PWB ASSEMBLY, MAIN

Diagram and labeling of the main PWB and its connectors.

COMP ACCESSORIES

Exploded view and labeling of accessory components.

6. EXPLANATION FOR MICOM CIRCUIT

Explanation for PWB circuit

Overview of the main PWB and its circuit explanation.

Power circuit

Detailed explanation of the switched-mode power supply circuit.

1-2. Load;dispenser operation, door opening circuit

LOAD DRIVING CIRCUIT

Diagram showing how loads are driven and connected.

1-3 Temperature sensing circuit.

Switch entry circuit

Explanation of the switch input circuit for testing.

1-5. Option designation circuit

Stepping motor operation circuit

Diagram and explanation of the stepping motor control circuit.

1-7. Fan motor driving circuit

Temperature compensation table

2. Compensation circuit for temperature at freezer

1-8. Communication circuit and connection L;Wire between main PCB and display PCB

1) Sensor resistance characteristics table

7. ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER WORKING PRINCIPLES AND REPAIR

Operation Principle of Icemaker

Flowchart and description of the icemaker's operation cycle.

ICEMAKER FUNCTIONS

Details on icemaker start, making, harvest, and fill modes.

Function TEST

Forced operation test for icemaker components and functions.

DEFECT DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

Error codes specific to the icemaker water supply control panel.

8. TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

General Troubleshooting Steps

Systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving common appliance problems.

Cooling System Issues

Diagnosing blockages, weak refrigeration, and warm compartments.

Condensation, Ice, and Frost

Causes and troubleshooting for condensation, ice buildup, and frost formation.

Operational Sounds

Troubleshooting common operational sounds like hiss, clicks, and vibrations.

Component-Specific Issues

Diagnosing problems with lamps, structure, appearance, and other miscellaneous issues.

2. Faults

Power and Compressor Faults

Troubleshooting power supply, fuse, and compressor operational issues.

Temperature and Cooling Faults

Diagnosing high freezer temperature and cooling system problems.

Defrost and Icing Issues

Troubleshooting defrost failures and icing problems in compartments.

Sound, Odor, and Micom Faults

Addressing operational sounds, odors, and microcontroller system errors.

Freezer Cooling and Defrost Faults

Troubleshooting bad cooling, defrost, sensor, and fan motor issues in the freezer.

Refrigerator and Dispenser Faults

Diagnosing refrigerator cooling, damper, sensor, dispenser, and related system malfunctions.

3. Sealed System Heavy Repair

Summary Of Heavy Repair

Overview of the steps involved in heavy repair processes.

Precautions During Heavy Repair

Essential safety precautions and procedures for performing heavy repairs.

Practical Work For Heavy Repair

Step-by-step guide for practical heavy repair tasks like refrigerant removal and welding.

Vacuum degassing.

Procedure for vacuum degassing the refrigerant system.

Standard Regulations For Heavy Repair

Standard safety regulations and guidelines for heavy repair work.

Brazing Reference Drawings

Diagrams illustrating proper brazing techniques for refrigerant lines.

4. HOW TO DEAL WITH CLAIMS

Sound

Explaining and troubleshooting various sounds the refrigerator may produce.

Measures for Symptoms on Temperature

Troubleshooting and adjusting temperature-related issues like weak refrigeration or freezing.

Odor and Frost

Addressing odor issues and causes of frost formation in the compartments.

Others

Explaining miscellaneous claims like hot case, door issues, and power connection.

9. HOW TO DISASSEMBLE AND ASSEMBLE

DOOR

Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing refrigerator doors.

HANDLE

Procedure for removing and reattaching the refrigerator door handle.

FAN SHROUD GRILLE

Instructions for disassembling and assembling the fan shroud grille.

DISPENSER

Steps for disassembling and assembling the ice and water dispenser components.

Dispenser Related Parts

Labeled diagram showing all parts related to the dispenser assembly.

WATER-VALVE DISASSEMBLY METHOD

Procedure for the disassembly and reassembly of the water valve.

10. EXPLODED VIEW

FREEZER DOOR PART

Exploded view diagram of the freezer door components.

REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Exploded view diagram of the refrigerator door components.

FREEZER COMPARTMENT

Exploded view diagram of the freezer compartment components.

REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

Exploded view diagram of the refrigerator compartment components.

ICE & WATER PART DISPENSER PARTS

Exploded view diagram of the dispenser parts.

MACHINE COMPARTMENT

Exploded view diagram of the machine compartment components.

Part List for 795.58822.900

Part List for 795.58823.900

Part List for 795.58826.900

Part List for 795.58829.900

Summary

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY

1. SPECIFICATIONS

DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICING

Important safety instruction before performing any service.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Notice for intended users and limitations of liability.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Details electrical ratings, temperature controls, and energy consumption.

NO LOAD PERFORMANCE

Performance data at different ambient temperatures.

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

Specifications for the refrigeration components and pressures.

INSTALLATION

Guidelines for proper air circulation and clearances.

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM DIAGRAM

Diagram illustrating the refrigeration system airflow.

2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION

3. HOW TO INSTALL REFRIGERATOR

How to Adjust Door Height of Refrigerator

Instructions for leveling refrigerator doors for proper closure.

Install Water Filter

Step-by-step guide for installing and replacing the water filter.

3. How to Control the Amount of Water Supplied to Icemaker

Confirm the amount of water supplied to the icemaker

Steps to check water levels and perform icemaker operation test.

4. MICOM FUNCTION

Control Panel Overview

Overview of the control panel buttons, indicators, and display modes.

Key Functions and Selections

Operation of lock, filter, Ultra Ice, dispenser, and dispenser light modes.

System Controls

Freezer fan motor control, lamp auto-off, and door opening alarms.

Defrosting and Defect Diagnosis

How the defrost cycle works and how the refrigerator indicates defects.

1-16 Failure Diagnosis

Error Code Diagnosis

Overview of error codes and their meanings.

ERROR CODE on display panel

Table detailing error codes, causes, and operation status.

1-17 TEST Mode

PCB TEST BUTTON FUNCTION

Location and function of the test button on the main PCB.

Demonstration MODE

How to activate and deactivate the demonstration mode.

5. CIRCUIT

PWB ASSEMBLY, MAIN

Diagram and labeling of the main PWB and its connectors.

COMP ACCESSORIES

Exploded view and labeling of accessory components.

6. EXPLANATION FOR MICOM CIRCUIT

Explanation for PWB circuit

Overview of the main PWB and its circuit explanation.

Power circuit

Detailed explanation of the switched-mode power supply circuit.

1-2. Load;dispenser operation, door opening circuit

LOAD DRIVING CIRCUIT

Diagram showing how loads are driven and connected.

1-3 Temperature sensing circuit.

Switch entry circuit

Explanation of the switch input circuit for testing.

1-5. Option designation circuit

Stepping motor operation circuit

Diagram and explanation of the stepping motor control circuit.

1-7. Fan motor driving circuit

Temperature compensation table

2. Compensation circuit for temperature at freezer

1-8. Communication circuit and connection L;Wire between main PCB and display PCB

1) Sensor resistance characteristics table

7. ICEMAKER AND DISPENSER WORKING PRINCIPLES AND REPAIR

Operation Principle of Icemaker

Flowchart and description of the icemaker's operation cycle.

ICEMAKER FUNCTIONS

Details on icemaker start, making, harvest, and fill modes.

Function TEST

Forced operation test for icemaker components and functions.

DEFECT DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

Error codes specific to the icemaker water supply control panel.

8. TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

General Troubleshooting Steps

Systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving common appliance problems.

Cooling System Issues

Diagnosing blockages, weak refrigeration, and warm compartments.

Condensation, Ice, and Frost

Causes and troubleshooting for condensation, ice buildup, and frost formation.

Operational Sounds

Troubleshooting common operational sounds like hiss, clicks, and vibrations.

Component-Specific Issues

Diagnosing problems with lamps, structure, appearance, and other miscellaneous issues.

2. Faults

Power and Compressor Faults

Troubleshooting power supply, fuse, and compressor operational issues.

Temperature and Cooling Faults

Diagnosing high freezer temperature and cooling system problems.

Defrost and Icing Issues

Troubleshooting defrost failures and icing problems in compartments.

Sound, Odor, and Micom Faults

Addressing operational sounds, odors, and microcontroller system errors.

Freezer Cooling and Defrost Faults

Troubleshooting bad cooling, defrost, sensor, and fan motor issues in the freezer.

Refrigerator and Dispenser Faults

Diagnosing refrigerator cooling, damper, sensor, dispenser, and related system malfunctions.

3. Sealed System Heavy Repair

Summary Of Heavy Repair

Overview of the steps involved in heavy repair processes.

Precautions During Heavy Repair

Essential safety precautions and procedures for performing heavy repairs.

Practical Work For Heavy Repair

Step-by-step guide for practical heavy repair tasks like refrigerant removal and welding.

Vacuum degassing.

Procedure for vacuum degassing the refrigerant system.

Standard Regulations For Heavy Repair

Standard safety regulations and guidelines for heavy repair work.

Brazing Reference Drawings

Diagrams illustrating proper brazing techniques for refrigerant lines.

4. HOW TO DEAL WITH CLAIMS

Sound

Explaining and troubleshooting various sounds the refrigerator may produce.

Measures for Symptoms on Temperature

Troubleshooting and adjusting temperature-related issues like weak refrigeration or freezing.

Odor and Frost

Addressing odor issues and causes of frost formation in the compartments.

Others

Explaining miscellaneous claims like hot case, door issues, and power connection.

9. HOW TO DISASSEMBLE AND ASSEMBLE

DOOR

Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing refrigerator doors.

HANDLE

Procedure for removing and reattaching the refrigerator door handle.

FAN SHROUD GRILLE

Instructions for disassembling and assembling the fan shroud grille.

DISPENSER

Steps for disassembling and assembling the ice and water dispenser components.

Dispenser Related Parts

Labeled diagram showing all parts related to the dispenser assembly.

WATER-VALVE DISASSEMBLY METHOD

Procedure for the disassembly and reassembly of the water valve.

10. EXPLODED VIEW

FREEZER DOOR PART

Exploded view diagram of the freezer door components.

REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Exploded view diagram of the refrigerator door components.

FREEZER COMPARTMENT

Exploded view diagram of the freezer compartment components.

REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

Exploded view diagram of the refrigerator compartment components.

ICE & WATER PART DISPENSER PARTS

Exploded view diagram of the dispenser parts.

MACHINE COMPARTMENT

Exploded view diagram of the machine compartment components.

Part List for 795.58822.900

Part List for 795.58823.900

Part List for 795.58826.900

Part List for 795.58829.900

Kenmore 795.58823.900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model Number795.58823.900
ColorStainless Steel
Ice MakerYes
Water DispenserYes
Energy Star CertifiedYes
TypeFrench Door Refrigerator
Height69.875 inches
Width35 3/4 inches

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