How to Remove Kenmore Refrigerator Doors: Step-by-Step Guide for Models 795

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.

Remove food and any Adjustable Door or Utility Bins from doors. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

Remove washer and set aside.

Using a 1/4 socket wrench, loosen and remove Hinge Pin from the Middle Hinge Bracket.

Use a 10mm or 13/32 inch socket wrench to remove the 2 bolts in Middle Hinge Bracket. Remove

screws. Set Middle Hinge Bracket and other parts aside.

(For Freezer Swing Models)

If entrance is less than 35-inches wide, the refrigerator's doors will need to be removed.

TOOLS NEEDED:

• 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench

(with 2-inch extension for bottom door hinge) ° No. 2 Phillips head screwdriver

•Flat-head screwdriver for prying

•Adjustable wrench

Before removing the doors, remove the Base Grille.

See BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION for reference.

HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver and remove.

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Pin

•Carefully lift up the freezer door. Remove and place it on a non-scratching surface.

•Using a 13/32" 10mm socket wrench with a 2" extension, loosen the 2 bolts and remove Bottom Hinge Bracket from right side.

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Bottom Hinge

Bracket

Using 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench, remove the 3 bolts and lift off the Top Hinge. Set parts aside.

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Top Hinge

Lift up door slightly and remove it. Place door on a non-scratching surface.

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Middle Hinge

HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR AND

FREEZER DOORS

•Reattach Bottom Hinge Bracket using the 2 previously removed bolts.

•Reattach Middle Hinge Bracket with the previously removed 2 bolts and 2 screws.

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Kenmore 795.7809, 795.7900, 795.6900, 795.6827, 795.7827 For Freezer Swing Models, HOW to Replace Refrigerator Freezer Doors

Contents

= color number English Version Spanish French One Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Master Protection Agreements Page Before YOU Throw Away Your OLD Refrigerator Or Freezer Recommended Grounding MethodUSE of Extension Cords Electrical Shock Hazard Freezer Drawer Model ODurabase Freezer Swing Door Model Installation To Install Base GrilleUnpacking Your Refrigerator Base Grille Instructions HOW to Remove Pull OUT Drawer HOW to Remove Refrigerator DoorFor Freezer Drawer Models Ta es Top Replacing Refrigerator Door HOW to Install Pull OUT Drawer Ipprts Lower door into final position and tighten the screws Refrigerator Doors For Freezer Drawer Models REMOVING,REVERSING and ReplacingFlat-head screwdriver for prying Pin HOW to Reverse Door Handle HOW to Replace Refrigerator Freezer Doors For Freezer Swing Models 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench Refrigerator Doors For Freezer Swing ModelsNo Phillips head screwdriver 4inch socket wrench Pin Insert Bracket After After Completing the JOB Leveling and Door ClosingDoor Alignment Instructions below to align the doors Ensuring Proper AIR Circulation Identify your control type Adjusting Control Settings Refrigerator Food Storage Guide Storing Frozen Food Refrigerator Shelves Sliding Out Shelves optional on some modelsTo remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame Convenience Shelves optional on some models Refrigerator Features PantryOn some models Crisper Humidity Control on some models Crisper Cover with Lattice on Inner Surface on some modelsTo remove the glass To remove the crisper cover Door Racks Door Bins Dairy BIN EGG BOX on some modelsDurabase on some models Durabase Divider on some models Wire Durabase on some models How to useGLIDE-OUT Drawer Basket on some models Tilting Door on some models General Cleaning Tips Light Bulb ReplacementOutside Door Liners and Gaskets To change the freezer light Power InterruptionsIf you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you When YOU should SET the Icemaker Power Switch to O OFF IcemakerNormal Sounds YOU MAY Hear Preparing for Vacation Power drill Before YOU Begin Installation Instructions Choose the Valve Location Drill the Hole for the ValveFasten the Shut OFF Valve Tighten the Pipe Clamp Connect the Tubing to the Refrigerator Turn the Water on AT the Shut OFF ValvePlug in the Refrigerator Start the Icemaker Refrigerator does not Operate Vibration or Rattling NoiseCheck if Then Compressor Motor Seems to RUN TOO Much Doors will not Close CompletelyFrost or ICE Crystals on Frozen Food Check if Then Cubes Produced by Icemaker are TOO Small Refrigerator Seems to Make TOO Much NoiseDoors are Difficult to Open Automatic Icemaker does not Work Lights do not Work Iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii