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What is the upper part of a fridge called?
On the Kenmore 79578032218 top-mount refrigerator, the upper section is the freezer compartment. It is designed to keep foods frozen and, on many models, it is also where the ice maker and cold-air supply for the fresh-food section are located (see the 79578032218 owner's manual).
- Freezer shelves or bins for frozen foods
- Air vents that send cold air down to the refrigerator section
- An evaporator area behind an interior panel (cooling happens here)
- A freezer door gasket that seals in cold air
- On some configurations, an ice maker assembly
| Section | Common name | Main job | Typical temperature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper section (this model type) | Freezer compartment | Freeze and store frozen food | About 0°F |
| Lower section | Refrigerator compartment (fresh food) | Keep food cold, not frozen | About 37°F |
Knowing the correct name helps when you are ordering parts, reading troubleshooting steps, or following door and hinge instructions. For example, the manual separates procedures for the refrigerator door and the freezer door, which matters when you are reversing doors or replacing hinges.
If the question is coming up because something is loose, not sealing, or not closing smoothly, these model-matched parts are common fixes:
- Lg refrigerator freezer door gasket ADX52752649 (torn or leaking seal)
- Refrigerator door hinge bushing 4984JJ3003A (door sagging, squeaking, or misalignment)
- Lg refrigerator ice maker 5989JA0002Y (ice production issues on equipped units)
Last updated: January 2026
What size is Kenmore refrigerator model 79578032218?
Kenmore top-mount refrigerator model 79578032218 is part of the Kenmore 795.7800* family covered by the Use & Care Guide, but the exact exterior dimensions (width, depth, height) are not listed in the provided manual excerpts. Most 33-inch-class top-mount refrigerators are roughly 33 in W x 31 to 34 in D x 66 to 69 in H; confirm the exact measurements in the 79578032218 use & care guide.
- Check the specifications section in the 79578032218 use & care guide.
- Measure the cabinet width at the widest point (usually the case, not the handles).
- Measure depth two ways: case-only and case plus handles.
- Measure height from floor to the top of the hinge cover (or highest point).
- If the refrigerator is on leveling legs, measure after it is leveled and doors are aligned.
| Measurement | Typical range for this style | What can change it |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 29 to 33 in | door design, hinge caps |
| Depth | 31 to 34 in | handles, door thickness |
| Height | 66 to 69 in | hinge cover, leveling legs |
Accurate dimensions help prevent delivery and installation problems, including not fitting through doorways, not clearing overhead cabinets, and poor door swing clearance. Depth is especially important if you are trying to keep the refrigerator flush with surrounding counters.
Last updated: January 2026
What are the common problems with Kenmore Elite refrigerators?
Common issues we see on Kenmore Elite refrigerators like model 79578032218 are no cooling (often power, control settings, or airflow), excess frost or doors not sealing, and normal-but-louder operating sounds. Start with the basics in the 79578032218 owner's manual troubleshooting section before replacing parts.
- Not cooling or weak cooling: confirm power, confirm controls are not set to OFF, and allow about 30 minutes if the unit is in a defrost cycle.
- Compressor runs a lot: frequent door openings, warm room temps, or dirty back cover/condenser area can increase run time.
- Doors will not close: leveling, food packages blocking the door, or bins and shelves not seated fully.
- Noise, vibration, rattling: leveling legs, uneven floor, or normal operating sounds reflecting off cabinets.
- Ice maker not producing (if equipped): allow 12 to 24 hours after installation, verify water supply valve is fully open, and check for a kinked water line.
| Symptom | Most likely cause | Best first action |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator not cooling | Unplugged cord, tripped breaker, controls OFF, defrost cycle, demo mode | Restore power, set temperature, wait 30 minutes, disable demo mode |
| Doors won’t close | Not level, items blocking, bins out of position, sticky gasket | Level unit, rearrange food, reseat bins, clean gasket |
| Too much noise | Normal sounds, vibration from floor | Confirm leveling and clearance; compare to “normal sounds” list |
| Ice maker slow/no ice | New install, water supply off, low pressure | Wait 12 to 24 hours; open valve; check line and pressure |
If you find physical damage or a clear fit issue, these model-matched parts are common fixes:
- Door not sealing or frost buildup: inspect the gasket; for the freezer door, see lg refrigerator freezer door gasket ADX52752649.
- Door alignment or sagging: check hinge wear; see refrigerator door hinge bushing 4984JJ3003A.
- Warm temps with fan noise issues: inspect the evaporator fan area; a damaged blade can be replaced with refrigerator evaporator fan blade 5901JJ1003A.
Cooling complaints are often caused by simple issues (power, settings, airflow, door closure). Fixing those first prevents unnecessary part replacement and helps the compressor and defrost system run normally.
Last updated: January 2026
