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Kenmore 795 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error codes

These explanations can help troubleshoot problems that result in error codes for Kenmore Elite 795 refrigerators and Kenmore 795 refrigerators with bottom freezers.

Error codes for Kenmore 795 and Kenmore Elite 795 refrigerators result from component failures and appear on the temperature display. The refrigerator stops cooling when some Kenmore refrigerator error codes are displayed.

Find the error code displayed on your refrigerator in the chart below and follow the Kenmore refrigerator model 795 troubleshooting tips to fix the problem.

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Error Code

Condition

DIY advice

Er FS

Freezer sensor error

Check/Repair

Sensor and wiring connector problems

Possible parts

Thermistor (temperature sensor), Wiring harness, Power control board (PCB)

Er rS

Refrigerator sensor error

Check/Repair

Sensor and wiring and connectors

How-to help

How to replace a refrigerator thermistor

Possible parts

Thermistor (temperature sensor), Wiring harness, Main power control board (PCB)

F dS

Freezer defrost sensor

Check/Repair

Sensor short or wiring problem

How-to help

How to replace a refrigerator defrost control assembly

Possible parts

Controller assembly, which is a component that has the defrost thermistor (temperature sensor) and the fuse for the defrost system

r dS

Refrigerator defrost sensor

Check/Repair

Sensor short or wiring problem

Possible parts

Controller assembly, which is a component that has the defrost thermistor (temperature sensor) and the fuse for the defrost system

Er HS

Humidity sensor

Check/Repair

Sensor short or wiring problem

Possible parts

Humidity sensor

Er IS

Ice maker sensor

Check/Repair

Sensor short or wiring problem

How-to help

How to replace an in-door ice maker on a French door refrigerator

Possible parts

Ice maker assembly; the sensor isn't usually sold separately.

Er SS

Pantry sensor

Check/Repair

The pantry is the deli drawer. Short in sensor or wiring problem.

Possible parts

Pantry temperature sensor

Er rt

Room temperature sensor

Check/Repair

Short in sensor or wiring problem

Possible parts

Room temperature sensor

Er It

System error inside ice maker

Check/Repair

Self-test ice maker routine

How-to help

How to replace an in-door ice maker on a French door refrigerator

Possible parts

Ice maker assembly

Er gF

Flow meter error code

Check/Repair

Water pressure, flow of water

Possible parts

Flow meter

F dH

Sensor did not get over 40 F in defrost

Check/Repair

Faulty fuse, heater, control board

How-to help

How to replace a refrigerator defrost control assembly

Possible parts

Controller assembly, defrost heater, relay on control board

r dH

Sensor did not get over 40 F

Check/Repair

Faulty fuse, heater, control board

Possible parts

Controller assembly, defrost heater, relay on control board

Er IF

The fan for the ice compartment failed

Check/Repair

Icing fan blocked, ice fan motor is defective, wiring in the circuit is defective, or the control board has failed

How-to help

Troubleshooting an Er If error code on a refrigerator video

Possible parts

Ice fan motor, Wiring harness, Power control board (PCB)

Er FF

Evaporator fan failed

Check/Repair

Fan motor, control board, wiring harness

Possible parts

Evaporator fan motor, Power control board, Wiring harness

Er CF

Condenser fan motor is defective

Check/Repair

Condenser fan motor, wiring or the control board

Possible parts

Condenser fan motor, Power control board, Wiring harness

Er CO

Communication error

Check/Repair

Communication error between main board and display board

Possible parts

Display control board, Power control board, Wiring harness

Symptoms common to all refrigerators

Choose a symptom to see related refrigerator repairs.

Water dripping on floor

Main causes: water valve leaking, frozen or broken defrost drain tube, overflowing drain pan, cracked water system tubing, leaking door seal

Frost buildup in freezer

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

Not cooling well

Main causes: blocked vents, defrost system problems, evaporator fan failure, dirty condenser coils, bad sensors, condenser fan not working

Ice maker not making ice

Main causes: jammed ice cubes, broken ice maker assembly, dirty water filter, kinked water line, bad water valve, freezer not cold enough

Freezer not cold enough

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

Needs routine maintenance

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

Not running

Main causes: control board or cold control failure, broken compressor start relay, compressor motor failure, defrost timer problems

Not cooling at all

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

Repair guides common to all refrigerators

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

July 20, 2015

How to replace a refrigerator temperature control board

By Lyle Weischwill

If the temperature in your refrigerator doesn't match the temperature you set, the problem could be the temperature control board—a service technician can give you a definite diagnosis. If the board is at fault, follow these steps to replace it yourself.

Repair difficulty

Time required

30 minutes or less

July 20, 2015