Kenmore 79571306011 refrigerator Parts

Your Kenmore refrigerator’s model number is printed on the rating label; once you find it, you can match it to the correct parts list and manual. For this page, the model is 79571306011, which is a Kenmore bottom-mount refrigerator.

Check these common locations on Kenmore refrigerators:

• Inside the fresh food compartment on a side wall (often near the top)
• On the ceiling of the refrigerator compartment
• Behind or beside the crisper drawers (you may need to pull a drawer out)
• Along the door frame area (open the door and look around the perimeter)
• Near the bottom front area behind the toe grille or kick plate (on some designs)

For diagrams and the exact label location for your configuration, use the owner's manual.

Kenmore model numbers are usually a series of numbers, sometimes with a prefix and a dot. The model number is what we use to ensure parts like an ice maker, door switch, or door gasket fit correctly.

Small character differences can change the parts list. When you write it down, we recommend:

• Copying the model number exactly as printed (all digits, no spaces)
• Taking a clear photo of the label for reference
• Recording the serial number too (helpful for confirming variations)
• Using the full model number when searching parts, not just “Kenmore bottom freezer”

Using the correct model number prevents ordering the wrong replacement part and helps troubleshooting. For example, fit and wiring can differ between similar Kenmore bottom-mount refrigerators, even when they look the same.

Last updated: February 2026

For Kenmore model 79571306011, the model number alone usually does not reliably encode the exact cubic-foot capacity. The sure way is to look up the capacity in the specifications section of the owner's manual, or calculate an estimate from the usable interior dimensions.

• Check the specs in the manual: Look for “Capacity” or “Total capacity” in cubic feet.
• Look for the rating label: Inside the fresh food section (often on a side wall, near crispers, or on the ceiling) there may be a data label that lists capacity.
• Estimate by measuring interior space: Measure the usable interior (not the outside cabinet) and convert cubic inches to cubic feet.
• Compare by refrigerator type: Most Kenmore bottom-mount refrigerators commonly fall in the 20 to 26 cu. ft. range, depending on width and features.

1. Empty enough space to measure accurately.
2. Measure height x width x depth of the fresh food compartment in inches.
3. Do the same for the freezer compartment.
4. Convert using: (cubic inches) ÷ 1728 = cubic feet.

Capacity affects how you shop for replacement bins, shelves, and drawers, and it helps you compare storage space across models. It also prevents ordering the wrong-size storage parts for your Kenmore refrigerator.

Last updated: February 2026

If your Kenmore 79571306011 bottom-mount refrigerator is warm and you hear repeated clicking from the compressor area, the compressor may be failing to start, or the start relay/overload is tripping. A truly bad compressor typically causes little to no cooling even though fans may still run.

Look for these common symptoms before replacing major parts:

• Clicking every few minutes with no steady compressor run
• Fridge and freezer both warming (not just one section)
• Condenser fan running near the compressor, but cooling is still poor
• Compressor is very hot to the touch (overload may be opening)
• Loud buzzing, humming, or knocking from the compressor area

On many Kenmore 795-series refrigerators, a failed start device or airflow/defrost issue can mimic a bad compressor.

• Check the start relay/overload first; a bad relay often causes the click-no-start symptom.
• Make sure the condenser coils are not packed with dust and the condenser fan is spinning freely.
• If the evaporator fan is not running, cooling can fail even with a good compressor.
• If you see heavy frost on the evaporator cover, a defrost failure can block airflow.

These parts are commonly involved in “not cooling” complaints on model 79571306011:

A compressor replacement is one of the biggest refrigerator repairs. Confirming basics first (start relay, fans, airflow, frost pattern) prevents replacing a compressor when the real issue is a smaller electrical or defrost problem.

• Unplug the refrigerator for 5 minutes, then restart and listen for a steady compressor run.
• If you hear repeated clicking, inspect the start device area and consider replacing the start relay.
• If the compressor runs but cooling is still poor after several hours, check for airflow and frost buildup.
• Use the owner's manual for model-specific component locations and access steps.

Last updated: February 2026

In a Kenmore bottom-mount refrigerator like model 79571306011, the “bottom compartment” most often refers to the freezer compartment (the pull-out drawer section). If you mean the hidden area behind the lower rear cover, that’s typically the machine compartment, where the compressor and condenser components sit.

People use the same phrase to mean different areas. Here are the most common terms:

• Freezer compartment: the food-storage section at the bottom (bottom-mount design)
• Freezer drawer: the sliding drawer(s) that hold baskets and bins
• Machine compartment: the service area at the lower back where cooling parts are located
• Compressor compartment: a more specific term for the area around the compressor
• Toe grille / kick plate: the front lower trim panel (on some designs)

Using the right term helps you find the correct instructions and parts. For example, cooling issues in the machine compartment can involve components like the refrigerator compressor TCA35931726, while ice production problems are usually tied to the freezer and ice maker system such as the lg refrigerator ice maker assembly model AEQ72909603.

We recommend checking the labeled diagrams and section names in the owner's manual. That’s the fastest way to match the wording to your exact Kenmore 79571306011 layout.

Last updated: February 2026