Kenmore 10656599500 refrigerator Parts

For Kenmore model 10656599500, the most important step is using the complete model number from the model and serial label so we can match the correct parts and documentation. On this refrigerator, that label is located on the inside wall of the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment; confirm the full number before ordering parts or troubleshooting with the owner's manual.

On Kenmore side-by-side refrigerators like 10656599500, the model and serial label is typically easy to spot once the door is open.

• Open the refrigerator (fresh food) door
• Look on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment
• Write down the full model number and serial number exactly as shown
• Record the purchase date if it is listed (helpful for service history)
• Use the full model number when searching parts and diagrams

Kenmore model numbers commonly start with a 3-digit prefix that identifies the manufacturing source, followed by digits that identify the design series and variations.

Using only part of the model number can pull up the wrong Kenmore refrigerator parts list. That can lead to mismatched items like a water filter, ice maker, or inlet valve.

Common parts that are model-sensitive include:

• Water filter and filter cap
• Ice maker assembly and ice bin
• Water inlet valve and tubing connections
• Door gaskets, shelves, and crisper/meat pans

If you are ordering a filter for this model, the manual lists replacement filter part number 9020, and our parts list includes the matching filter as genuine Kenmore refrigerator water filter EDR3RXD1. You can also search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

The cubic-foot capacity for your Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator model 10656599500 is listed in the specifications section of the owner's manual. You can also confirm it on the model and serial number label inside the fresh food compartment, which is the most reliable place to match specs to your exact unit.

Use these options in order; they get you to the correct cubic feet without guessing.

• Check the specifications pages in the owner's manual
• Look for the model and serial number label on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment
• If you are comparing similar Kenmore 106 models, match by full model number (not just “106”) to avoid mixing capacities
• If you are shopping parts while you check specs, search by model on Sears PartsDirect so the parts list stays tied to 10656599500

On model 10656599500, the manual directs you to the model and serial number label located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment. That label is also where you will find the exact model and serial information needed to match specifications.

• Complete model number: 10656599500
• Serial number
• Purchase date (if available)

Capacity affects shelf and bin fit, airflow expectations, and what “normal” loading looks like for cooling performance. It also helps when you are comparing replacement items like a refrigerator water filter or ice maker parts across similar-looking models.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator model 10656599500, the model number is printed on the model and serial number label inside the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment, typically on an inside wall. You can confirm the exact label location and what the label looks like in the owner's manual.

• Open the refrigerator (fresh food) door, not the freezer door
• Check the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment
• Look near the upper side walls and around the crisper area where labels are commonly placed
• Use a flashlight; the label can be easy to miss behind shelves or bins
• Write down both the model number and serial number exactly as shown

The label includes key identification details used for parts lookup and service records.

We use the model number to match the correct Kenmore parts for your exact configuration (ice maker, water filter base grille setup, door hardware, and wiring). Even small model-number differences can change which water filter, inlet valve, or ice maker assembly fits.

Once you have the model number confirmed, you can confidently match common replacement parts such as:

• Genuine Kenmore refrigerator water filter EDR3RXD1 (replacement filter listed as part #9020 in the manual)
• Refrigerator inlet valve W10408179 (water supply to dispenser and ice maker)
• Ice maker assembly - refrigerator ice maker by whirlpool 4317943

If you are ordering parts beyond the list for this model, search by the full model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

The most common issues we see on Kenmore refrigerators like model 10656599500 are cooling problems, moisture or frost buildup from airflow or defrost issues, water leaks, ice maker and dispenser troubles, and unusual noises. Many are resolved by correcting temperature settings, improving airflow, and servicing key water and defrost components (see the owner's manual).

• Not cooling or warm temperatures: controls set incorrectly, doors opened often, heavy food load, or airflow blocked at vents.
• Too cold or freezing food: temperature control set too cold for conditions.
• Moisture buildup inside: humid room air, frequent door openings, blocked vents, or poorly wrapped food.
• Ice maker not making ice or low ice production: freezer too warm, heavy ice usage, or a water supply issue.
• Doors hard to open or not sealing well: dirty or sticky door gaskets, or the refrigerator not level.

1. Verify controls are not set to OFF and adjust the refrigerator temperature first, then the freezer.
2. Give it time after changes: after adding a lot of food or changing settings, it can take several hours to stabilize.
3. Check airflow: keep packages away from air vents so cold air can circulate.
4. Reduce moisture sources: open doors less often and wrap food tightly.
5. Confirm power: cord fully plugged in; breaker not tripped.

Cooling, airflow, and defrost problems can look similar, but the fix is different. Correct temperature settings and clear vents prevent unnecessary part replacements and help protect food quality and ice production.

We recommend matching parts by the full model number 10656599500 and the symptom you are seeing. You can order parts listed for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

If your Kenmore 10656599500 side-by-side refrigerator is warm in both sections and you hear repeated clicking or the unit runs constantly without reaching temperature, the compressor or its start components are a top suspect. Use the 10656599500 owner's manual to rule out control and airflow issues first.

• Freezer and fresh food sections both not cooling
• Repeated clicking every few minutes (start attempt then shutoff)
• Compressor runs a long time but temperatures do not improve
• Compressor shell gets very hot after trying to run (use caution)
• New, persistent high-pitched or pulsating compressor sound (some is normal)

• Verify temperature controls are set correctly; for digital controls, turn the unit OFF then ON to reset
• Make sure interior air vents are not blocked by food packages
• Allow several hours to recover after adding a large load of warm food
• Listen for the evaporator fan moving air; no airflow can mimic compressor failure

If the basics check out and cooling is still poor, compressor-related repairs are possible. For this model, the sealed-system compressor is refrigerator compressor W10309994. You can order parts from the parts list for model 10656599500, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Compressor and sealed-system work is one of the highest-cost refrigerator repairs; confirming controls, airflow, and fan operation first prevents replacing the wrong part.

Last updated: February 2026