Kenmore 59676502500 refrigerator Parts

On Kenmore refrigerator model 59676502500, a “bad compressor” usually shows up as poor or no cooling along with repeated clicking (start attempts) or the compressor not staying running. Some humming and a pulsating vibration can be normal, so we focus on cooling performance and restart behavior. See the owner's manual for normal sounds and basic “won’t run” checks.

• Refrigerator and freezer are warm even though interior lights work
• You hear repeated clicking every few minutes (overload/start device cycling)
• Compressor runs briefly, then shuts off and repeats
• Compressor is unusually loud (grinding/metallic) rather than a steady hum
• Condenser fan and evaporator fan may run, but temperatures do not recover

Before condemning the compressor, we check the basics that commonly mimic compressor failure:

• Confirm the unit is plugged in and the control is turned on
• Check the house breaker or fuse
• Clean dirty condenser coils (dirty coils can cause poor cooling)
• Make sure doors seal and close fully (gaskets, bins, drawers not blocking)
• Allow time after a defrost cycle; if the compressor is off during defrost, wait about 40 minutes to see if it restarts

The troubleshooting guidance for this model family points to power, control settings, and defrost mode as first checks. If the refrigerator still will not operate after those checks, service is needed.

These tests confirm whether the compressor itself is bad or if a start component is the real issue:

If you suspect the start device/overload is the problem, the model’s listed replacement is the refrigerator overload release W10613606.

A compressor that cannot start or cannot stay running will quickly lead to unsafe food temperatures. Catching a start-device issue early can restore cooling without replacing major sealed-system parts.

Last updated: February 2026

For Kenmore refrigerator model 59676502500, the model number is printed on the model and serial number sticker inside the refrigerator section; on this model it’s located on the left wall. Use that exact model number to match the correct parts list and diagrams.

Check these common spots first (in order):

• Inside the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment on the left wall (most common for this model)
• On a side wall near the crisper drawers
• On the ceiling of the fresh food compartment
• Behind or beside a crisper drawer (remove the drawer to see the label)
• In your paperwork, such as the owner's manual

The sticker usually lists:

• Model number (example format shown in the manual: 596.)
• Serial number
• Purchase date (often written in by the owner)

Kenmore model numbers can look similar, but small differences can change the correct ice maker, door gasket, light switch, or drawer hardware. Using the exact model number from the sticker prevents ordering the wrong replacement part.

Last updated: February 2026

On your Kenmore refrigerator model 59676502500, the “bottom part” most people mean is the toe grille (the vented kick plate at the very bottom front) or the compressor area behind the lower rear access area. The toe grille is the piece you remove first for leveling and some service steps; see the owner's manual.

• Toe grille (kick plate): snaps on at the bottom front; provides airflow and access for leveling.
• Bottom hinge cover(s): small covers near the lower hinge area; removed during door service.
• Leveling legs and adjustment screws: used to raise/lower the front and rear so doors seal correctly.
• Compressor compartment: houses the compressor and related start components; supports cooling.
• Freezer drawer area: on bottom-mount models, the freezer and basket system sits at the bottom.

Using the right name helps you find the correct instructions and parts. For example, the manual calls out removing the toe grille before leveling, then adjusting the front screws and stabilizing legs so the refrigerator sits level and the doors close and seal properly.

If your question is tied to a problem (warm temps, noise, lights not working), these model-matched parts are commonly involved:

• Refrigerator compressor W10160407 (cooling failure, clicking with no start)
• Refrigerator overload release W10613606 (compressor start issues)
• Refrigerator light switch W11396033 (interior light problems)

Last updated: February 2026

Water at the bottom of your Kenmore 59676502500 bottom-mount refrigerator comes from one of three places: a clogged defrost drain overflowing into the freezer floor, a slow leak at the ice maker water supply connection, or warm air leaks at the door gasket creating excess frost and meltwater. Use the owner's manual troubleshooting guidance to narrow it down.

• Look for a sheet of ice on the freezer floor (classic clogged drain sign).
• Check the water line and shutoff valve for slow drips.
• Confirm the refrigerator is level so defrost water flows to the drain.
• Inspect door gaskets for gaps, tears, or areas not sealing.
• Note where the puddle starts: front, center, or back.

Defrost water can back up, freeze on the freezer floor, then melt and run out the bottom.

• Unplug the refrigerator.
• Remove the freezer basket and any ice sheet.
• Melt ice with warm air and flush the drain with warm water.

The manual highlights common leak causes: plastic tubing, kinks, and self-piercing or saddle valves; it also specifies correct water pressure.

• Use copper tubing when possible.
• Avoid self-piercing or saddle valves.
• Verify water pressure is 35 to 100 psi (about 20 psi minimum without a filter).

If the leak is tied to ice production or the ice maker fill circuit, a common related part is the refrigerator ice maker D7824706Q.

Bottom leaks can damage flooring and often indicate a defrost drainage or water supply issue that also increases frost buildup and hurts cooling performance.

Last updated: February 2026