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What are the disadvantages of a French door refrigerator?
French door refrigerators typically cost more than comparable top-freezer or side-by-side models, and the bottom freezer can be less convenient because you have to bend down to access it. They also tend to have more complex features (like ice makers and water dispensers) that can mean more maintenance over time; for general refrigerator use and care, follow the TS22AFXKQ06 owner's manual.
- Higher purchase price for similar capacity and finishes.
- Bottom freezer access requires bending; less ideal if you frequently use frozen foods.
- Freezer organization can be harder; wide drawers can hide smaller items.
- Narrower shelf width in the fresh-food section; large platters may not fit as easily.
- More components to maintain (dual doors, mullion/flipper, dispenser, ice maker).
- Potential for more air leaks if doors are not aligned or gaskets are dirty.
Your Estate TS22AFXKQ06 is a side-by-side refrigerator, so some French door drawbacks are the opposite of what you get now.
| Feature | French door refrigerator | Side-by-side (like TS22AFXKQ06) |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh-food access | Wide, eye-level; good for large trays | Narrower shelves; easy access to both sides |
| Freezer access | Bottom drawer; bending required | Vertical freezer; less bending |
| Ice and water complexity | Often high (dispenser + ice maker) | Often high as well (dispenser + ice maker) |
| Door swing space | Two smaller doors can help in tight kitchens | One full refrigerator door can need more clearance |
Layout affects daily convenience and food storage. If you use the freezer often, a side-by-side can feel easier; if you store wide trays and entertain often, a French door layout can be more comfortable in the fresh-food section.
If you are comparing repair and upkeep costs, focus on feature complexity. Dispensers and ice makers add parts that can wear, such as the ice maker assembly - refrigerator ice maker by whirlpool 4317943 and the refrigerator water inlet valve W10408179. You can also search parts by model on Sears PartsDirect.
Last updated: February 2026
How do I figure the cubic feet of my refrigerator?
To figure the cubic feet of your Estate TS22AFXKQ06 side-by-side refrigerator, measure the usable interior width, height, and depth (in inches), multiply them together, then divide by 1,728 to convert cubic inches to cubic feet. For compartment layout details, use the owner's manual.
- Empty enough items to measure accurately; remove bins or shelves if they block your tape measure.
- Measure interior width, interior height, and interior depth of the fresh food section.
- Repeat for the freezer section.
- Convert each section to cubic feet, then add them together.
Formula
- Cubic feet = (width × height × depth) ÷ 1,728
- Measure to the inside wall surfaces, not the door gasket.
- Use the largest rectangular space; ignore small molded curves and channels.
- If a shelf rail or light housing reduces usable space, measure around it and note the reduction.
- Keep the tape measure straight; depth measurements are easiest with shelves removed.
| What you measure | Units | What you do next |
|---|---|---|
| Width × height × depth (fresh food) | inches | Multiply, then ÷ 1,728 |
| Width × height × depth (freezer) | inches | Multiply, then ÷ 1,728 |
| Total capacity | cubic feet | Add both results |
Cubic feet helps you compare refrigerator capacity, plan food storage, and choose correctly sized accessories (like bins and organizers) for your TS22AFXKQ06.
You can also find replacement parts for your TS22AFXKQ06 (such as the refrigerator meat pan WP2188664) on this model’s parts list, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.
Last updated: February 2026
Is side-by-side or bottom freezer better?
A bottom-freezer refrigerator is typically more energy-efficient and keeps fresh food at a more convenient height, while a side-by-side like our Estate TS22AFXKQ06 gives you easier access to frozen foods and a narrower door swing. The best choice depends on your kitchen space, storage habits, and how often you use the freezer.
| Feature | Side-by-side (like TS22AFXKQ06) | Bottom freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh-food access | Good, but shelves are narrower | Best, most-used items at eye level |
| Freezer access | Very convenient, vertical layout | Great for bulky items, often a pull-out drawer |
| Door swing clearance | Usually needs less clearance | Often needs more clearance for wider doors |
| Energy use (typical) | Often slightly higher | Often slightly lower |
| Best for | Frequent freezer use, tight aisles | Frequent fresh-food use, large platters |
- Measure aisle clearance; side-by-side doors usually work better in narrow kitchens.
- Think about what you store most; wide platters and pizza boxes often fit easier in bottom freezers.
- If you use ice and water often, side-by-side designs commonly pair well with dispenser setups.
- Consider organization style; side-by-side freezers are easier to sort by shelves, bottom freezers are easier for bulk bins.
- Plan for temperature stability; whichever style you choose, set controls to the recommended mid-settings and allow 24 hours to cool after installation (details in the owner's manual).
Choosing the right layout reduces door-open time, improves day-to-day convenience, and can help your refrigerator maintain steadier temperatures. Steadier temperatures support better food storage and more consistent ice production.
If you are maintaining your Estate TS22AFXKQ06 side-by-side, you can order model-matched replacement parts from the parts list for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.
Last updated: February 2026
