Thread: Mold in Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator

Model Number: 363.58575892

Brand: Sears Kenmore

Age: More than 10 years

I have a Kenmore Side by Side Refrigerator/ Freezer that is our "garage" fridge. It's over 10 years old and recently stopped getting cold. Using the great and helpful information I found here, I was able to troubleshoot the problem and I discovered my overload was not functioning. So I ordered the part and kept the power to the refrigerator off for about 5 days. We live on the Gulf Coast and it's very hot and humid down here now. In the 5 days that it took the part to come in mold has grown on the inside of the refrigerator.

My question is this: Is it OK to keep using the refrigerator or do I need to buy another one?


I'm trying to find out if there is a safe way to clean out the refrigerator. I know there is a mold remediation formula that can be mixed with bleach and sprayed on walls floors etc... Does it also work for an appliance? Once the refrigerator is cold again and cleaned out is there a chance mold can grow easier since it has been there before?

Mold on the inside of the fridge is a deal breaker for my wife who now wants to go buy a NEW one.

You can help me solve a marital impasse with your answer and save me a few hundred dollars.


Thanks for all of your help.........