Kenmore elite bottom freezer refrigerator model 795 not cooling

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Symptoms common to all refrigerators
Why won't my refrigerator run?
Repair guides common to all refrigerators
Articles and videos common to all refrigerators
Why won't my Kenmore Elite refrigerator is not cooling?
How do you reset a Kenmore Elite Model 795 refrigerator?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator not cooling but the freezer is?
How do you reset the bottom freezer on a Kenmore Elite refrigerator?

Symptoms common to all refrigerators

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Why won't my refrigerator run?

Main causes: control board or cold control failure, broken compressor start relay, compressor motor failure, defrost timer problems

Repair guides common to all refrigerators

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your refrigerator.

Help your refrigerator run more efficiently by cleaning the condenser coils. It's easy and takes just a few minutes.

Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water.

If the temperature in your refrigerator doesn't match the temperature you set, the problem could be the temperature control board—a service technician can give you a definite diagnosis. If the board is at fault, follow these steps to replace it yourself.

Articles and videos common to all refrigerators

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your refrigerator.

Why won't my Kenmore Elite refrigerator is not cooling?

If the refrigerator is not cold enough there might be something caught in the condenser fan motor blade, or the condenser fan motor might be defective. The condenser fan motor draws air over the condenser coils to cool them. The condenser fan motor is located underneath the refrigerator near the back.

How do you reset a Kenmore Elite Model 795 refrigerator?

How to reset a Kenmore refrigerator? To reset a Kenmore refrigerator, unplug its cord from the outlet. Then plug it back in after a minute.

Why is my Kenmore refrigerator not cooling but the freezer is?

If the evaporator fan is not working, the freezer or refrigerator will not cool adequately. To determine if the evaporator fan motor is defective, try turning the fan blade by hand. If the fan blade does not turn freely, replace the fan motor. Additionally, if the motor is unusually noisy, replace it.

How do you reset the bottom freezer on a Kenmore Elite refrigerator?

Some appliance technicians said you can press and hold both the up and down buttons simultaneously for five seconds to reset it. These buttons are found just inside the freezer for temperature control.