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April 20, 2023

Refrigerator articles

Learn how to troubleshoot cooling problems with your refrigerator, replace your refrigerator water filter, store food correctly and more with these articles and how-to videos from Sears PartsDirect. For troubleshooting guidance and step-by-step instructions for repairing your fridge, check out our refrigerator repair help section.

Refrigerators

Effective articles & videos to help repair your refrigerators

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

Your fridge is tattling again. Here’s how to reset the door alarm on your GE refrigerator—and how to tell if the beeping…

How to fix a refrigerator that runs all the time

How to fix a refrigerator that runs all the time

Is your fridge running nonstop? Don’t ignore it. Find out why your refrigerator runs constantly and how to fix it with e…

Can't get that filter light off? Here's how to reset your Whirlpool fridge

Can't get that filter light off? Here's how to reset your Whirlpool fridge

Don’t let a blinking light fool you! Resetting your Whirlpool refrigerator’s water filter is simple. Find out how in jus…

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

Your fridge might be melting down in more ways than one. Learn how to help it beat the heat, especially if it’s stuck in…

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

Wondering if a noisy refrigerator is dangerous? Find out what causes loud fridge noises, when to worry, and how to troub…

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Out of sight, out of cool. Vacuuming behind your fridge might not be glamorous, but it’s way easier than replacing the c…

How to purge air from a refrigerator water dispenser video

How to purge air from a refrigerator water dispenser video

Follow the steps in this video to remove air from the water line connected to your refrigerator's water dispenser so the…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

See how to install the water filter on your GE refrigerator, no matter the filter type or refrigerator style.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

No matter what style Maytag refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

No matter what style Frigidaire refrigerator you own, we can help you replace the water filter.…

5 Holiday cleaning tasks essential to boosting your home’s image

5 Holiday cleaning tasks essential to boosting your home’s image

Get tips on completing essential holiday cleaning tasks to brighten your home.…

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

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

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…

How to change the water filter in an LG refrigerator

How to change the water filter in an LG refrigerator

Get tips and advice on replacing the water filter in your LG refrigerator.…

How to prevent water dispenser and ice maker problems

How to prevent water dispenser and ice maker problems

If your refrigerator's ice maker isn't producing as much ice as it should, or water is flowing poorly from the dispenser…

compact refrigerators

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

Your fridge might be melting down in more ways than one. Learn how to help it beat the heat, especially if it’s stuck in…

How to use your refrigerator efficiently

How to use your refrigerator efficiently

Learn how to safely use your fridge efficiently to save energy.…

Six common refrigerator parts that you can replace yourself in 2023

Six common refrigerator parts that you can replace yourself in 2023

See the top 6 parts that need replacing in most refrigerators. Get tips on replacing the parts and keeping your fridge i…

top-mount refrigerators

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

Your fridge is tattling again. Here’s how to reset the door alarm on your GE refrigerator—and how to tell if the beeping…

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

Your fridge might be melting down in more ways than one. Learn how to help it beat the heat, especially if it’s stuck in…

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

Wondering if a noisy refrigerator is dangerous? Find out what causes loud fridge noises, when to worry, and how to troub…

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Out of sight, out of cool. Vacuuming behind your fridge might not be glamorous, but it’s way easier than replacing the c…

What happens if I keep using an expired water filter in my refrigerator?

What happens if I keep using an expired water filter in my refrigerator?

Learn why you should replace your refrigerator's water filter when it expires.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Kenmore Elite Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Kenmore Elite Refrigerator

Replacing a water filter in a Kenmore Elite refrigerator is easy, no matter what type of fridge you have, following thes…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

See how to install the water filter on your GE refrigerator, no matter the filter type or refrigerator style.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

No matter what style Maytag refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

No matter what style Frigidaire refrigerator you own, we can help you replace the water filter.…

How to use your refrigerator efficiently

How to use your refrigerator efficiently

Learn how to safely use your fridge efficiently to save energy.…

Six common refrigerator parts that you can replace yourself in 2023

Six common refrigerator parts that you can replace yourself in 2023

See the top 6 parts that need replacing in most refrigerators. Get tips on replacing the parts and keeping your fridge i…

Refrigerator Cleaning and Maintenance Checklist

Refrigerator Cleaning and Maintenance Checklist

Follow these steps to properly maintain your refrigerator and keep it in top shape.…

(VIDEO) How Do You Remove a Stuck Refrigerator Water Filter?

(VIDEO) How Do You Remove a Stuck Refrigerator Water Filter?

Watch our video to get some easy DIY troubleshooting tips to follow to remove a stuck water filter in your Samsung, Whir…

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

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

Tapping into a new feature in the Search Bar on Sears PartsDirect

Tapping into a new feature in the Search Bar on Sears PartsDirect

Learn about a new feature added to the Search Bar on Sears PartsDirect…

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…

How to replace Whirlpool refrigerator water filter EDR1RXD1 (EveryDrop Type 1)

How to replace Whirlpool refrigerator water filter EDR1RXD1 (EveryDrop Type 1)

Learn how to replace the Whirlpool EveryDrop 1 refrigerator water filter.…

How to replace remove-cup-filter-cover refrigerator filters

How to replace remove-cup-filter-cover refrigerator filters

Replacing a refrigerator water filter is crucial for keeping the ice and water clean and fresh-tasting. If your water fi…

How to replace an inline refrigerator water filter

How to replace an inline refrigerator water filter

An inline water filter should be replaced every 6 months. Our videos shows how to do it.…

How to replace open-tray-and-twist-out refrigerator water filters

How to replace open-tray-and-twist-out refrigerator water filters

Watch our video to see how to replace a refrigerator water filter located in a tray you open and then twist out the filt…

side-by-side refrigerators

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

Your fridge is tattling again. Here’s how to reset the door alarm on your GE refrigerator—and how to tell if the beeping…

Can't get that filter light off? Here's how to reset your Whirlpool fridge

Can't get that filter light off? Here's how to reset your Whirlpool fridge

Don’t let a blinking light fool you! Resetting your Whirlpool refrigerator’s water filter is simple. Find out how in jus…

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

Your fridge might be melting down in more ways than one. Learn how to help it beat the heat, especially if it’s stuck in…

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

Wondering if a noisy refrigerator is dangerous? Find out what causes loud fridge noises, when to worry, and how to troub…

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Out of sight, out of cool. Vacuuming behind your fridge might not be glamorous, but it’s way easier than replacing the c…

How to Replace the Water Filter in an RCA Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in an RCA Refrigerator

Changing the water filter in an RCA refrigerator shouldn’t be overlooked. Take a look at how easy this routine maintenan…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Universal/Multiflex Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Universal/Multiflex Refrigerator

Learn how easy replacing the water filter in a Universal/Multiflex refrigerator is.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Inglis Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Inglis Refrigerator

Learn how easy it is to replace the water filter in your Inglis refrigerator.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Magic Chef Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Magic Chef Refrigerator

Not sure how to replace the water filter in your Magic Chef refrigerator? These step-by-step instructions will help.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Hotpoint Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Hotpoint Refrigerator

Need help replacing the water filter in your Hotpoint refrigerator? These step-by-step instructions are for you.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Ikea Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Ikea Refrigerator

Fresh tasting ice and water from your Ikea refrigerator starts with a fresh water filter. …

How to Replace the Water Filter in a White-Westinghouse Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a White-Westinghouse Refrigerator

No matter what style White-Westinghouse refrigerator you own, we can help you replace the water filter.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Profile Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Profile Refrigerator

No matter what style GE Profile refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Gibson Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Gibson Refrigerator

Take a look at how to replace the water filter in your Gibson refrigerator, no matter the refrigerator style or filter t…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

See how to install the water filter on your GE refrigerator, no matter the filter type or refrigerator style.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

No matter what style Maytag refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

No matter what style Frigidaire refrigerator you own, we can help you replace the water filter.…

5 Holiday cleaning tasks essential to boosting your home’s image

5 Holiday cleaning tasks essential to boosting your home’s image

Get tips on completing essential holiday cleaning tasks to brighten your home.…

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

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

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…

bottom-mount refrigerators

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

How to reset the door alarm on a GE refrigerator

Your fridge is tattling again. Here’s how to reset the door alarm on your GE refrigerator—and how to tell if the beeping…

Can't get that filter light off? Here's how to reset your Whirlpool fridge

Can't get that filter light off? Here's how to reset your Whirlpool fridge

Don’t let a blinking light fool you! Resetting your Whirlpool refrigerator’s water filter is simple. Find out how in jus…

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

How hot weather affects refrigerator performance (and what to do about it)

Your fridge might be melting down in more ways than one. Learn how to help it beat the heat, especially if it’s stuck in…

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

When your fridge gets loud: What’s normal and what’s not

Wondering if a noisy refrigerator is dangerous? Find out what causes loud fridge noises, when to worry, and how to troub…

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Should you vacuum behind your fridge? (Yes, and here’s how often)

Out of sight, out of cool. Vacuuming behind your fridge might not be glamorous, but it’s way easier than replacing the c…

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Ikea Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Ikea Refrigerator

Fresh tasting ice and water from your Ikea refrigerator starts with a fresh water filter. …

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Profile Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Profile Refrigerator

No matter what style GE Profile refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Gaggenau Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Gaggenau Refrigerator

Take a look at how easy it is to replace the water filter in a Gaggenau refrigerator.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Dacor Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Dacor Refrigerator

Not sure how to replace the water filter in a Dacor refrigerator? These step-by-step instructions will help.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Crosley Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Crosley Refrigerator

Replacing the water filter in your Crosley refrigerator is easy following these step-by-step instructions.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Kenmore Elite Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Kenmore Elite Refrigerator

Replacing a water filter in a Kenmore Elite refrigerator is easy, no matter what type of fridge you have, following thes…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

See how to install the water filter on your GE refrigerator, no matter the filter type or refrigerator style.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

No matter what style Maytag refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Bosch Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Bosch Refrigerator

Let us show you how to install the different types of water filters in a Bosch refrigerator.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Fisher & Paykel Refrigerator

Need help replacing the water filter on your Fisher & Paykel refrigerator? Let us show you how.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Electrolux Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in an Electrolux Refrigerator

Replacing the water filter in your Electrolux refrigerator is easy, no matter what type of fridge you have, following th…

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

How to replace the water filter in a Frigidaire refrigerator

No matter what style Frigidaire refrigerator you own, we can help you replace the water filter.…

5 Holiday cleaning tasks essential to boosting your home’s image

5 Holiday cleaning tasks essential to boosting your home’s image

Get tips on completing essential holiday cleaning tasks to brighten your home.…

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

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

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…

Most common symptoms to help you fix your refrigerators

Choose a symptom to see related refrigerator repairs.

Main causes: control board or cold control failure, broken compressor start relay, compressor motor failure, defrost tim…

Main causes: jammed ice cubes, broken ice maker assembly, dirty water filter, kinked water line, bad water valve, freeze…

Main causes: water valve leaking, frozen or broken defrost drain tube, overflowing drain pan, cracked water system tubin…

Main causes: damaged door seal, faulty defrost sensor or bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, bad defrost timer o…

Main causes: blocked vents, defrost system problems, evaporator fan failure, dirty condenser coils, bad sensors, condens…

Main causes: blocked air vents, compressor problems, condenser or evaporator fan not working, control system failure, se…

Main causes: leaky door gasket, defrost system failure, evaporator fan not running, dirty condenser coils, condenser fan…

Things to do: clean condenser coils, replace the water filter, clean the interior, adjust doors to prevent air leaks, cl…

Most common repair guides to help fix your refrigerators

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your refrigerator.

How to replace a refrigerator water valve

How to replace a refrigerator water valve

Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to clean refrigerator condenser coils

How to clean refrigerator condenser coils

Help your refrigerator run more efficiently by cleaning the condenser coils. It's easy and takes just a few minutes.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a refrigerator temperature control board

How to replace a refrigerator temperature control board

If the temperature in your refrigerator doesn't match the temperature you set, the problem could be the temperature cont…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less

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