Kelvinator
Freestanding Freezer

Model #KCBM23F Official Kelvinator reach-in freezer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Kelvinator KCBM23F reach-in freezer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Panel#8

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Panel

Part #5304485569

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Caster#22

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Caster

Part #5304486088

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Motor#4

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Motor

Part #5304485567

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Shelf#26

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Shelf

Part #5304486092

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Compressor#12

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Compressor

Part #5304486097

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Rail#20

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Rail

Part #5304486087

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Motor#14

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Motor

Part #5304485575

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Grille#24

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Grille

Part #5304486090

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Base Plate#11

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Base plate

Part #5304485572

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Pan#23

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Pan

Part #5304486089

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Symptoms common to all freestanding freezers

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Main causes: leaky door or lid gasket, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, defrost control failure, faulty compressor
Main causes: lack of power, bad compressor, refrigerant leak, bad thermistor, defrost system failure, dirty condenser coils, control failure
Main causes: burned out light bulb, bad door or lid switch, faulty LED light board, wiring failure, control system failure
Main causes: excessive frost, bad defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal, control system failure, low refrigerant charge, compressor problems
Main causes: damaged door or lid gasket, cracked cabinet liner, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, bad defrost timer
Main causes: compressor failure, no refrigerant, faulty sensor, control failure, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat
Main causes: lack of power, control system failure, broken compressor start relay, locked up compressor, compressor motor failure
Main causes: dirty condenser coils, condenser fan failure, dirty bottom front grill, leaky door or lid gasket

Repair guides for chest freezers

How to replace a freezer compressor start relay

The compressor start relay starts the compressor. If the compressor won’t start, follow these steps to replace a defective compressor start relay.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a freezer temperature control thermostat

The cold control thermostat regulates the freezer temperature. A defective cold control thermostat can prevent the compressor from cycling on or off. Follow these steps to replace a defective cold control thermostat.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a freezer lid gasket

The lid gasket prevents air and moisture from entering the freezer when the lid is closed. Follow these steps to replace a torn or damaged lid gasket.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less

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5 tips for finding food in the freezer faster

5 tips for finding food in the freezer faster

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