Kenmore 10650049711 refrigerator Parts

For Kenmore model 10650049711, the most reliable way to confirm cubic feet is to check the model and capacity information on the refrigerator’s rating plate inside the cabinet; your 10650049711 owner’s manual also points you to where key identification labels and specs are listed.

• Check the rating plate inside the fresh food section (commonly on a side wall, ceiling area, or near/behind crisper drawers); look for “Total volume” or “Cu. Ft.”
• Check the product literature for your exact model in the 10650049711 owner’s manual
• Measure interior space and calculate cubic feet (helpful if the label is missing or unreadable)
• Use the model number to narrow the size class (Kenmore 106 side-by-side units are commonly in the mid-to-large capacity range)

1. Measure the usable interior of the refrigerator compartment (ignore door bins and curved corners):
   • Height (inches)
   • Width (inches)
   • Depth (inches)
2. Multiply: H × W × D = cubic inches
3. Divide by 1,728 to convert to cubic feet.

Cubic feet helps us match the right shelves, door bins, crisper drawers, and storage accessories, and it also helps when comparing cooling performance expectations for a side-by-side refrigerator.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator model 10650049711, the model number is printed on the appliance’s rating label, typically inside the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment along the side wall near the top, or around the door frame area. Use the exact model number from that label when ordering parts.

• Open the refrigerator (fresh food) door and scan the left and right interior side walls near the top front
• Check the door frame area where the door gasket meets the cabinet
• Look near the crisper drawer area if you do not see a label up top
• If your unit has a dispenser, check around the water filter door area inside the refrigerator compartment

The rating label usually includes both a model number and a serial number.

Kenmore model numbers can look similar across different 106-series refrigerators. Using the exact model number from the rating label helps ensure parts like an ice maker, water inlet valve, or door gasket match your cabinet, wiring, and dispenser setup.

For model-family details and general identification info for this style of Kenmore refrigerator, use the 10650049711 owner's manual.

Last updated: February 2026

Kenmore refrigerators made by Whirlpool typically have model numbers that start with 106 (and several other Whirlpool-assigned prefixes). Your Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator model 10650049711 is in that Whirlpool-built family, so Whirlpool-style parts and service procedures commonly apply.

Kenmore uses a prefix system where the first three digits of the model number identify the manufacturer that built the appliance.

Common Whirlpool-built Kenmore prefixes include:

• 106 (very common for Kenmore refrigerators)
• 110 (often washers)
• 665 (often dishwashers)
• 198 and 552 (seen on some Whirlpool-built Kenmore products)

For model-specific identification details and feature references, use the 10650049711 owner's manual.

Knowing the manufacturer helps you match the right replacement parts and troubleshooting steps. For example, Whirlpool-built Kenmore refrigerators often share common designs for the ice maker, water inlet valve, and defrost system.

If you are troubleshooting water or ice issues on this 106-series refrigerator, these Whirlpool-style parts are commonly involved:

• Refrigerator water inlet valve WPW10179146 (controls water flow to dispenser and ice maker)
• Refrigerator ice maker assembly WPW10300022 (produces ice)
• Refrigerator heater WP2323198 (defrost heater that helps prevent frost buildup)

For dispenser and ice maker maintenance tips that fit many Kenmore designs, see how to prevent water dispenser and ice maker problems.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator model 10650049711, the “reset button” most people mean is the water filter status reset on the refrigerator control panel inside the fresh food compartment. After changing the filter, you reset it by pressing REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE within 3 seconds (per the 10650049711 owner's manual).

This refrigerator does not use one universal external reset button for everything. Instead, resets are tied to specific functions.

• Water filter status reset: done from the inside control panel
• Control reset (power cycle): unplug the refrigerator briefly, then restore power
• Ice maker/dispenser issues: usually require checking the ice maker, water supply, or dispenser components

Use these steps after you replace the refrigerator water filter.

1. Open the refrigerator (fresh food) door.
2. Find the control panel inside the refrigerator compartment.
3. Press REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE within 3 seconds to reset.
4. Confirm the filter status light changes from red to off.

If the filter light is reset but you still have low water flow or no ice, focus on the water supply path.

• Make sure the household shutoff valve is fully open
• Replace the water filter if flow is weak or the filter is overdue
• Check for a kinked or frozen water line
• If the dispenser is not filling the ice maker, the refrigerator water inlet valve WPW10179146 is a common failure point
• If the ice maker is not cycling or harvesting ice, the refrigerator ice maker assembly WPW10300022 may be the issue

Resetting the filter status light keeps the indicator accurate so you change the filter on time. It also helps you avoid chasing “no water” or “no ice” symptoms that are actually caused by a restricted filter or water supply.

Last updated: February 2026

If your Kenmore refrigerator model 10650049711 is warm in both sections, runs for long periods, or repeatedly clicks on and off, the compressor or its start components may be failing. First rule out normal “long run time” behavior and airflow issues using the 10650049711 owner's manual.

• Refrigerator and freezer both not cold enough (not just one side)
• Compressor area is very hot to the touch after running (warm is normal; scorching is not)
• Repeated clicking every few minutes (start attempt, then shutoff)
• Unit runs almost constantly with little or no cooling improvement
• Unusual new noises beyond normal buzzing, whirring, or rattling

The manual notes that newer, energy-efficient compressors can run longer than you expect, especially after installation, warm room conditions, frequent door openings, or adding a lot of food.

• Give it time after a reset or move: allow up to 24 hours for full cooling
• Confirm controls are set correctly: colder settings do not speed up cooling
• Listen for normal sounds: buzzing/clicking (water valve), whirring (fans/compressor adjusting), rattling (water line or items on top)
• Check condenser airflow: clean dust from the condenser area and confirm the condenser fan (if equipped) is running
• Check freezer airflow: heavy frost or a stalled evaporator fan can mimic compressor failure

A compressor is part of the sealed refrigeration system; misdiagnosing it can lead to unnecessary cost. Verifying airflow, settings, and “normal run time” behavior first helps you target the right repair.

Last updated: February 2026

The most common issues we see on Kenmore side-by-side refrigerators like model 10650049711 are cooling problems, water or ice dispenser troubles, leaks, and unusual noises. Many of these trace back to airflow restrictions, water supply or filter issues, or defrost system failures; our 10650049711 owner's manual walks through the built-in checks.

• Not cooling or weak cooling: dirty condenser coils, evaporator fan problem, frost buildup from a defrost failure
• Refrigerator won’t run at all: power supply issue (outlet, breaker, cord connection)
• Ice maker not making ice: low water pressure, frozen fill tube, failed ice maker module
• Water dispenser dripping or leaking: air in lines after filter change, clogged/incorrectly installed filter
• Noises (buzzing, rattling, clicking): fan blade hitting ice, failing fan motor, normal compressor cycling

1. Confirm power and cooling startup: after a new install or power loss, allow 24 hours for full cooling.
2. Check airflow: make sure vents inside are not blocked by food packages.
3. Look for frost on the freezer back wall: heavy frost often points to a defrost system issue.
4. For dispenser issues: verify the dispenser is not locked; then flush water to purge air after a filter change.
5. Inspect for leaks: check for water under the crisper area (often a drain issue) and at the back near the supply line.

Cooling, ice, and water problems are usually connected: restricted airflow can cause icing, icing can stop the fan, and low water pressure or a clogged filter can stop both the dispenser and the ice maker. Fixing the root cause prevents repeat failures and food spoilage.

Last updated: February 2026

To replace the ice maker in your Kenmore 10650049711 side-by-side refrigerator, we shut off ice production, remove the ice bin, disconnect power, swap the ice maker assembly, then restore power and turn the ice maker back on so it can refill and cycle. Use the 10650049711 owner's manual for diagrams.

• Turn the ice maker off (wire shutoff arm up, or the On/Off switch to Off, depending on style).
• Empty the ice storage bin.
• Unplug the refrigerator or switch off the breaker.
• Keep towels handy for minor drips.
• If you pull the refrigerator out, avoid kinking the water line.

1. Lift open the ice maker door; move the shutoff arm to Off (up) or switch Off.
2. Remove the ice storage bin (lift the front, pull out). Reinstalling it fully later matters or the dispenser will not work.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Remove mounting screws holding the ice maker; unplug the wiring harness.
5. Install the new unit, reconnect the harness firmly, and tighten mounting screws.
6. Reinstall the bin; turn the ice maker back On (arm down or switch On).

For a failed ice maker (no ice, won’t cycle, leaking), replace the refrigerator ice maker assembly WPW10300022.

Turning the ice maker off first and seating the bin correctly prevents dispenser problems and helps the new ice maker fill normally.

Last updated: February 2026