Whirlpool Kitchen Aid KAR-19 Troubleshooting Guide Page 1

TECHNICAL EDUCATIONJOB AID 4317324Introductory models:KSRA22FKKSRA25FK KAR-10SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR ELECTRONIC CONTROLS1/01© 2001. All rights reser

9Style 1 Ice-in-the-door Ice MakerAir Chute Air ScoopStyle 2 Standard Ice Maker6. Release the air baffle retaining clips from thefreezer compartment a

102. Remove the wiring channel from the top of therefrigerator compartment.3. Remove the air baffle cover and disconnect thethermistor lead connector.

11Freezer Compartment Thermistor:1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.2. Remove the air baffle assembly. See the“Removing the Air Baffle” sectio

12Diagnostics ChartThermistor Resistance ChartTemperature Resistance(Fahrenheit) (Approximate Ohms)-5 267050 227745 1947610 1670115 1436020 1237925 10

Troubleshooting Guide13Problem Possible Cause1. Freezer too warm.•Freezer thermistor failed. Run diagnostic test Step 1.•Excessive frost on evaporator

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15MODEL NUMBER K SR A 22 F K WH 0 0INTERNATIONAL SALES ORMARKETING CHANNELK = KITCHENAID BRANDPRODUCT IDENTIFIER SH = Side-By-SideHigh Efficiency

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1TABLE OF CONTENTSFor technical assistance while at the customer's home, call the Technical AssistanceLine: 1-800-253-2870.Have your store number

2SAFETY FIRSTElectrical Power Supply ConnectionsYou can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.You can be ki

OVERVIEWThe electronic control for 2001 KitchenAid Side-by-Side refrigerators combines several functions previously used in separate components: Adapt

Baffle OperationThe baffle assembly consists of a 120vac motor, a baffle door and a feedback switch. The switch provides a sensing circuit to the cont

5When the refrigerator thermistor reaches the cutout temperature, the control energizes the baffle motor to closethe door. Refrigerator thermistor sat

Adaptive Defrost ControlThe Adaptive Defrost Control allows the unit to enter a defrost mode only when it is needed. When powered upfor the first time

7Replacing the Control Board1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.2. Remove the mounting screws and drop the controlpanel.wWARNINGElectrical Shoc

5. Remove the new control board from the electrostatic packaging. Carefully, bend the front of the board upuntil the tabs between the circuit boards s