KitchenAid KSBP25FKSS00 manual Troubleshooting Chart, Problem Possible Cause Test PROCEDURE-ACTION

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

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.

Condenser fan runs

 

Control voltage wires loose or

Check connections and repair as needed.

but the compressor

reversed.

will not start.

 

Compressor.

See "Component Testing" section for compressor/inverter test procedure.

 

 

Inverter board.

See "Component Testing" section for compressor/inverter test procedure.

 

Refrigerator control set too

Set to a lower temperature.

 

warm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator thermistor.

Check wires and connectors. Run diagnostics and if a defective thermistor is

 

indicated, confirm with ohms test. See "Component Testing".

Refrigerator

 

Air door stuck closed or

Look for ice or other blockage in air door. Run diagnostics test to operate air

compartment

inoperative.

door.

too warm.

Evaporator fan motor not

Run diagnostics test to operate the evaporator fan motor. Check for a

 

 

blocked fan blade and repair as necessary. Check for 5-17vdc from pin P7-9

 

running.

 

to P7-10. If voltage is correct, replace the motor.

 

 

 

Blocked air flow.

Check air door outlet and air returns for blockage.

 

Warm freezer compartment.

See "Freezer compartment too warm."

 

Refrigerator control set too cold.

Set to a higher temperature.

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator thermistor.

Check wires and connectors. Run diagnostics and if a defective thermistor is

Refrigerator

indicated, confirm with ohms test. See "Component Testing".

 

 

Look for ice or other blockage in air door. Run diagnostics test to operate air

compartment

Air door stuck open or

door. Check for proper DC input voltage. If voltage is normal and door will

too cold.

inoperative.

still not operate, replace air door.

 

 

 

Air door seal missing or damaged.

Repair or replace seal.

 

 

 

 

Main PC board.

Run diagnostics test to operate air door.

 

Freezer control set too warm.

Set to a lower temperature.

 

 

 

 

Freezer thermistor.

Check wires and connectors. Run diagnostics and if a defective thermistor is

 

indicated, confirm with ohms test. See "Component Testing".

 

 

Freezer

Evaporator fan motor not

Run diagnostics test to operate the evaporator fan motor. Check for a

compartment

blocked fan blade and repair as necessary. Check for 5-17vdc from pin P7-9

running.

too warm.

to P7-10. If voltage is correct, replace the motor.

 

 

Condenser fan motor not running.

Check for a blocked fan blade and repair as necessary. See "Component

 

 

Testing" section for condenser fan motor test procedure.

 

Frost blocking evaporator.

Run diagnostics test to operate defrost system. Test defrost heater and bi-

 

metal.

 

 

Freezer

Freezer control set too cold.

Set to a higher temperature.

 

 

compartment

Freezer thermistor.

Check wires and connectors. Run diagnostics and if a defective thermistor is

too cold.

indicated, confirm with ohms test. See "Component Testing".

 

 

No evaporator fan motor

The fan motor will run at 3000 rpm.

 

feedback.

 

 

Refrigerator runs

 

It is designed for this refrigerator to run almost constantly at the lowest

Normal.

possible compressor speed. Starting and stopping the compressor uses

too long.

 

more power than continuous low rpm operation. Instruct customer.

 

 

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Contents Model Forward Goals and ObjectivesTable of Contents Wiring Diagrams & Strip Circuits General Safety FirstElectrical Power Supply & Grounding Requirements Electrostatic Discharge ESD Sensitive Electronics Serial Number Model & Serial Number DesignationsModel Number Model & Serial Number Label Tech Sheet Locations Specifications KSBP25FKSS KSBS25FKBL KSBS25FKBTKSFS25FKBT KSFS25FKWH Refrigerator Warranty KitchenAid will not pay forPage Installation Information Adjusting The RollersLeveling the Refrigerator Base Grille RemovalPage Theory of Operation OverviewTemperature Control Freezer Temperature Control Temperature IncreasingFreezer Temperature Control Temperature Decreasing Refrigerator Temperature Control Temperature IncreasingEvaporator FAN AIR Door Delay CompressorCompressor Protection Evaporator FAN MotorPower Interruption Failure DefaultsAdaptive Defrost Pulsed DefrostElectronic Control Thermal Shutoff AIR CirculationFreezer Thermistor KeypadPage Component Access Component LocationsLight Shield To remove the motorized air door Removing a Thermistor Removing a Door Switch Removing a Light Socket Removing the Water Reservoir On the nextUnit Compartment Cover Removing the ICE Maker Auger Motor & CRUSH/CUBE Solenoid To remove the ice makerTo remove the auger motor or crush/ cube solenoid On the next To remove the evaporator fan motor To remove the bimetal To remove the defrost heaterReassembly Notes To remove the evaporatorRemoving the Condenser FAN Motor Removing the Compressor Removing the Inverter Assembly Removing the Main Control Board Assembly Electrical Shock Hazard Removing the Water Dispenser Fill Tube Wire Connectors & Ground Wire Removing the Water Valve To remove the freezer door Removing the Freezer Door Handles & Freezer DoorTo remove a door handle Disconnect the dispenser power con- nector Removing a Roller Page Component Testing ThermistorCondenser FAN Motor Compressor & Inverter VoltagesMotorized AIR Door Defrost Heater & BimetalMain Control Board 10 9 8 7 3 2CRUSH/CUBE Solenoid ICE Maker Auger MotorDoor Switch Water Valve SolenoidDiagnosis & Troubleshooting PRE-DIAGNOSTICS ChecksDiagnostics Mode To enter the diagnostics modeDiagnostics Chart Testing The Dispenser Valve InputTesting The Ice Maker Valve Input Water Filter Input WFI TestTroubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Cause Test PROCEDURE-ACTIONPage Wiring Diagrams & Strip Circuits Wiring DiagramStrip Circuits Cooling CircuitsCompressor Condenser Fan MotorDefrost Cycle Defrost HeaterPage Product Specifications Warranty Information Sources

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