April 20, 2023

Freezer articles

From how to prevent freezer burn to cleaning and energy-saving tips, these articles and videos tell you how to use and take care of your freezer to get the best possible results from it. Check out our freezer repair help section for troubleshooting guidance and step-by-step repair instructions.

Freestanding Freezers

Articles and videos common to all freestanding freezers

August 30, 2022
Image for intoruduction section describing Sears PartsDirect website features.

Learn about all the convenient features on our Sears PartsDirect website that make your parts purchases easier.

August 19, 2022
Introduction image for article on DIY appliance repair safety.

Find out how to stay safe when repairing your appliances.

August 5, 2022
Image article introducing the Sears Technical Institute.

Learn about Sears Technical Institute and the advanced technical content being developed for aspiring appliance techs.

June 29, 2022
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Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.

August 18, 2021
Using a wiring schematic to trace a current.

Find out what’s wrong with your appliance by following a circuit.

August 18, 2021
Wiring schematic symbols explained.

Learn some of the most common symbols found in a wiring diagram and what they mean.

August 17, 2021
How to read a wiring schematic.

Learn how to decipher symbols so you can buy the right part for your problem.

April 12, 2021
How to prevent freezer burn.

See how you can save frozen food from freezer burn.

October 26, 2016
How to repair broken or damaged wires.

Learn how to repair broken, frayed or damaged wires in your appliances.

January 18, 2016
How to use a multimeter to test electrical parts.

Learn how to use a multimeter to check for wiring problems in an appliance that's not working

March 2, 2015
How to defrost a freestanding freezer.

Learn how to safely defrost a Kenmore freezer.

January 27, 2015
Freezer energy savings tips.

See how you can reduce the energy consumption of a freezer.

December 15, 2014
Tips fo rfinding food in the freezer faster.

Don't get chapped hands digging through the icy depths. Get organized! Here's how.

November 1, 2014
Most commonly asked questions about freezers.

Benefit from other people's experience by checking on these frequently asked questions about freezers.

Articles and videos for chest freezers

August 30, 2022
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Learn about all the convenient features on our Sears PartsDirect website that make your parts purchases easier.

August 19, 2022
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Find out how to stay safe when repairing your appliances.

June 29, 2022
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Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.

Articles and videos for upright freezers

August 30, 2022
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Image for intoruduction section describing Sears PartsDirect website features.

Learn about all the convenient features on our Sears PartsDirect website that make your parts purchases easier.

August 19, 2022
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Introduction image for article on DIY appliance repair safety.

Find out how to stay safe when repairing your appliances.

June 29, 2022
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Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.

Symptoms common to all freestanding freezers

Choose a symptom to see related freezer repairs.

Main causes: leaky door or lid gasket, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, defrost control failure, faulty compressor
Main causes: lack of power, bad compressor, refrigerant leak, bad thermistor, defrost system failure, dirty condenser coils, control failure
Main causes: burned out light bulb, bad door or lid switch, faulty LED light board, wiring failure, control system failure
Main causes: excessive frost, bad defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal, control system failure, low refrigerant charge, compressor problems
Main causes: damaged door or lid gasket, cracked cabinet liner, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, bad defrost timer
Main causes: compressor failure, no refrigerant, faulty sensor, control failure, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat
Main causes: lack of power, control system failure, broken compressor start relay, locked up compressor, compressor motor failure
Main causes: dirty condenser coils, condenser fan failure, dirty bottom front grill, leaky door or lid gasket