99079
Kenmore 99079 Compact Fridge with Chiller Repair
Most common issues on this model
- Unit running nonstop without cycling off
- Chiller compartment not colder than the main space
- Door seal off after reversing the hinge
- Rattling from the back panel
The Kenmore 99079 is a compact 3.5 cu ft refrigerator with a separate chiller compartment, glass shelves and a built-in can rack. The door hinge can be reversed to suit a dorm room, office or bar corner.
A Kenmore badge on a small cabinet like this says nothing about the builder. Its data plate prefix does, and we choose parts and checks from it. Model and serial are read from the plate before we order.
A small refrigerator that runs without cycling off sends us to the door seal, the thermostat and the heat the back panel can shed. For the chiller, we test whether it gets cold air at all. After a hinge change, a door that is not square leaves a gap along one edge, so we check alignment too. We write the price down before starting, and our labor is warranted for 30 days.
Key features
- 3.5 cu ft capacity
- Compact refrigerator
- Separate chiller compartment
- Glass shelves
- Built-in can rack, reversible door hinge
Error codes this model can show
Why does my compact fridge never shut off?
A thermostat that sticks, a weak seal or poor airflow around the back can keep it running. We test the thermostat, check the gasket and look at clearance so the unit can cycle normally.
The chiller is no colder than the rest. Is it broken?
Possibly not. The chiller relies on airflow or a closer position to the cooling plate. We check how the compartment is fed and whether a blocked path or a loose cover is spoiling the effect.
I reversed the door and now it leaks cold air. What now?
A reversed hinge can leave the door slightly out of square. We loosen the hinges, set the door evenly against the gasket and test the seal with a strip of paper.
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