106.53272300 Kenmore side by side freezer too cold

[seagull10]

Model Number

106.53272300

I have been told that my minus 30 temperature is because of the "cold control" This is a computer controlled board and I can't find the "computer and software user guide" referred to in the manual. Ihe diagnostic guide is supposed to be in the fridge but is not.

 

[Jake]

minus 30 temperature?

Celsius or Fahrenheit?

The temperature issue would either be caused by a bad thermistor or control board, thats the only parts that controls the temperature.

Have you tried just setting the freezer temperature setting warmer a number or two first?

The thermistor is #5.
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Here's the thermistor for your model:
Thermistor WP2188819


Here's the temperature control board for your model:
8201527 Microcptr


Jake

 

[seagull10]

Jake, thx for the reply. My thermistor appears to be a one inch diameter and 3/4 inch thick metal button with two wires. I have temperature tested it and it clicks on and off as the temperature changes so I wonder if the thermistor you suggested is really the right one. I will check and see what the board looks like. I have a picture but don't know how to send it. Bob

 

[Jake]

Yes Bob, its the OEM thermistor for your model.

Jake

 

[seagull10]

THanks Jake . I have tried everywhere to find the diagnostic sheet for this fridge. It is supposed to be underneath (where I have thoroughly cleaned while servicing the water system) or in the control housing at the top of the refrigerator section. Not there. I would like t o be able to diagnose the problem before replacing the control board and thermistor. I guess in the worst case I would just replace the thermistor and hope that is the problem.

Can I test this thermistor by using a meter and checking it after it has been in the freezer. THis diagnostic sheet appears to be well guarded by Kenmore. Thanks for the help. Bob

 

[seagull10]

What I had originally described to you was the defrost thermostat. I think the cold water test should answer the thermistor question. Am I correct? Thanks again. Bob

 

[Jake]

Yes Bob,

It should ohm at about 8.7K ohms +/- 5% when you put the thermistor is a cup of ice water for at least 5 minutes before testing.

Jake