Kenmore 795.78753.801 - User Manual

CAUTION
BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT,
READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
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Model #s:
795.78752.801
795.78753.801
795.78754.801
795.78759.801
795.78762.801
795.78763.801
795.78764.801
795.78769.801
P/No. MFL48179003 (Last Revision: M . 25. 2008)

Summary

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. SPECIFICATIONS

1-1 DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICING

Instructions for safely disconnecting power before servicing the appliance.

1-3 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Details on electrical ratings, voltage, current, and energy consumption.

1-5 REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

Specifications for the refrigeration system, including vacuum and pressure.

1-7 REPLACEMENT PARTS

List of common replacement parts with their part numbers.

2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION

3. DISASSEMBLY

3-1 REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS

Procedure for removing and replacing refrigerator doors.

3-2 DOOR

Procedures for door gasket removal and replacement.

3-4 FAN AND FAN MOTOR (EVAPORATOR)

Procedure for removing and replacing the evaporator fan and motor.

3-8 MAIN PWB

Procedure for replacing the main Printed Wiring Board (PWB).

3-15 ICEMAKER ASSEMBLY

Procedure for removing and replacing the icemaker assembly.

3-19 HOW TO REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER

Step-by-step guide for removing and reinstalling the pullout drawer.

3-20. WATER VALVE DISASSEMBLY METHOD

Procedure for disassembling the water valve.

3-21. FAN AND FAN MOTOR DISASSEMBLY METHOD

Procedure for disassembling the fan and fan motor.

4. ADJUSTMENT

4-1 COMPRESSOR

Information on the compressor's role, composition, and usage notes.

4-2 PTC-STARTER

Details on the PTC starter's composition, role, and usage.

4-3 OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR)

Definition and role of the Overload Protector (OLP) for the compressor.

5. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

6. TROUBLESHOOTING

6-1 COMPRESSOR AND ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

Troubleshooting steps for the compressor and related electrical components.

6-2 OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Troubleshooting guide for other electrical components affecting cooling performance.

6-3 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS CHART

Chart for diagnosing common refrigerator complaints and their remedies.

6-4 REFRIGERATION CYCLE

Troubleshooting chart for issues related to the refrigeration cycle.

7. OPERATION PRINCIPLE AND REPAIR METHOD OF ICEMAKER

7-1 OPERATION PRINCIPLE

Explanation of the ice maker's operational principles and modes.

7-2 ICE MAKER FUNCTIONS

Details on the ice maker's functions: Icemaking, Harvest, and Fill/Park modes.

7-3 DEFECT DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

Information on error codes displayed by the ice maker's control panel.

8. DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION & CIRCUIT OF MICOM

8-1 FUNCTION

Overview of refrigerator and freezer functions and temperature control.

8-1-3 Lock function (dispenser and display button lock)

How to use the lock function to disable dispenser and control panel buttons.

8-1-11 Ultra Ice

Detailed explanation of the Ultra Ice function's purpose and operation.

8-1-13 Defrosting (removing frost)

Explanation of the defrosting process, timing, and conditions.

ERROR CODE on display panel

Table listing error codes, detection categories, and generation factors.

8-2 PCB FUNCTION

8-2-1 Power Circuit

Diagram and explanation of the refrigerator's power circuit.

8-2-3 Temperature Sensor Circuit

Diagram and explanation of the temperature sensor circuits.

8-2-4 Refrigeration Compartment Stepping Motor Damper Circuit

Circuit diagram for the refrigeration compartment damper control.

8-3 RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION OF SENSOR

8-3 TROUBLESHOOTING

COOLING is poor.

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to poor cooling performance.

FREEZER TEMPERATURE is incorrect

Troubleshooting steps for incorrect freezer temperature readings or control.

DEFROSTING is poor.

Troubleshooting steps for problems with the defrosting function.

8-4 MAIN PWB ASSEMBLY AND PARTS LIST

8-4-1 Main PWB Assembly

Detailed diagram and layout of the main Printed Wiring Board (PWB).

8-4-2 Dispenser Drive PWB Assembly

Diagram and components list for the dispenser drive Printed Wiring Board (PWB).

VALVE & WATER TUBE PARTS

CASE PARTS

Compressor Assembly

Part number and description for the compressor set assembly.

Evaporator Assembly

Part number and description for the evaporator assembly.

Drip Tray

Part number and description for the drip tray component.

FREEZER PARTS

REFRIGERATOR PARTS

DOOR PARTS

DISPENSER PARTS

ICE MAKER & ICE BANK PARTS

Kenmore 795.78753.801 Specifications

General

Brand	Kenmore
Model Number	795.78753.801
Refrigerator Capacity	15.5 cu. ft.
Ice Maker	Yes
Water Dispenser	Yes
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Width	35.75 inches
Color	Stainless Steel
Type	French Door Refrigerator