72043 (ASTCSE2) LG Refrigerator - Instructions
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Remove and replace light switch
45 of 90 people
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Debbie from Waltham, MA
- A Bit Difficult
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
Video makes it look easy. Kenmore refrigerator does not have "groove" along the right hand side of switch that allows for pushing down on release. Used a thin screwdriver to get under to push while holding switch edge with pliers. Kept slipping. Tape sides to avoid scratching inside of refrigerator.
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Replaced Old Molded Gasket with new one
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Megan from Elk Grove, CA
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
For the right side of the refrigerator door, just pulled off the old gasket and replaced it with the new one. Old gasket came off easily. Just had to pull it off. No screws on the right side. Just pushed the new one in place in the groove on the door.
For the left side, needed a Phillip’s screwdriver to remove the flap first. H ... Read more elps to have a second person hold the door from moving. Once flap was off, pulled the old gasket off and installed the new one just like the right side. Then screwed the flap back on once the gasket was in the groove properly.
Initially after install, it seemed like the magnet on the door was not strong enough but after a couple of days, the magnet seems a lot stronger, sealing the air out. Very happy I replaced it. It was a lot simpler to replace than I thought it would be.
For the left side, needed a Phillip’s screwdriver to remove the flap first. H ... Read more elps to have a second person hold the door from moving. Once flap was off, pulled the old gasket off and installed the new one just like the right side. Then screwed the flap back on once the gasket was in the groove properly.
Initially after install, it seemed like the magnet on the door was not strong enough but after a couple of days, the magnet seems a lot stronger, sealing the air out. Very happy I replaced it. It was a lot simpler to replace than I thought it would be.
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Moldy and torn gaskets
5 of 6 people
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Konnie from SALEM, OR
- Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Once I U tubed the the removal and replacement of the gaskets it was super easy. The right gasket change was easy without tools. The left gasket required me to remove the mullion first, which is why I used Utube.
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Bad Push Button Switch
7 of 13 people
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Dorothy from KINGMAN, AZ
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
I followed the directions! It was so easy that I bought another switch for my sister's fridge (same as mine). Her light was out too!
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Light stopped working
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Tamara from MONDOVI, WI
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Have had the Sears repairman come to the house to replace this part in 5 minutes for +$100.. twice. When my dad's stopped working, ordered the part and replaced it myself for the cost of the part and shipping.
Use a screw driver to pry the right side of the switch and pull out. Best to watch a youtube video first. Takes about 5 minut ... Read more es.
Use a screw driver to pry the right side of the switch and pull out. Best to watch a youtube video first. Takes about 5 minut ... Read more es.
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Refrigerator light would not reliably turn on when the door was opened.
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William from TUCSON, AZ
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Pliers
Switched the refrigerator circuit breaker to off. Put tape around the switch to prevent scratches. Wedged the putty knife into the right side of the switch and pried up.the switch and connector popped out. Removed the connector from the old switch and connected it to the socket in the new switch. Stuffed the new switch and connector back
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into its home. Switched on the circuit breaker. Now we have light in the refrigerator with every opening!
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Fridge light would not come on.
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Grace from GALLOWAY, NJ
- A Bit Difficult
- 15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
After watching a few iTunes videos I was able to order the light switch from part select and within a week I had the new switch. I had a little trouble getting the switch out. I used a flat screw driver and taped around the edge to keep from damaging the wall inside. I found the clip on the right side and had to use some force to get it p
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opped out, you may need to use pliers to disconnect the switch.
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Refrigerator light not working. If I would flick the button it would go on for a minute but not stay on.
4 of 5 people
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Dawn from NORTH BRANCH, MN
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
The old switch was a little hard to get out....took me a couple tries. I couldn’t move the frig out to unplug it, so just shut the power off in the kitchen. But, I was happy that’s what the problem was and so happy to have the light back on......it was probably three years it didn’t work!
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Refrigerator light not coming on when door opens.
5 of 8 people
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John from BONITA SPGS, FL
- Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
Unplugged the refrigerator. Used small flat head screw driver to push the front tab of the old switch in and pulled it out with pliers. Detached and reattached the wires to the switch. Reinserted back into hole. Plugged refrigerator back in to power. All good.
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Lights out on refrigerator
4 of 5 people
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Victoria from Oak Grove, KY
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Unplugged the refrigerator, Taped around the edges of switch as I had read to prevent possible scratches, used very thin flathead screwdriver to pry out old switch, unplugged old switch, plugged in new switch, put it back in opening, plugged fridge back in, and I had beautiful light! Hardest part was unplugging the refrigerator!
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Replace water filter
4 of 6 people
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Bill from FORT SMITH, AR
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
Followed directions that came with the filter. Did remove the top shelf for easier access. Very simple and quick.
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Ice maker needed replaced
3 of 3 people
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Lee from BELTON, TX
- Very Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
Removed 4 screws then removed ice maker unit. Unplugged the old unit. Checked and verified the inlet tube was clean and not blocked. Plugged in the new unit. Placed unit into proper location and verified it was properly in place. Replaced the 4screws. Turned on the unit closed the ice door and it started making ice maybe an hour later by
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morning the ice bucket was full. Super easy.
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interior light switch did not turn off light in ref
4 of 6 people
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Timothy from SUSANVILLE, CA
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
pried out old switch, disconnected wires ,placed wires on new switch
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The lights wouldn't always come on.
4 of 6 people
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Linda from VALE, OR
- Really Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
I actually watched a YouTube video for LG refrigerators. The hardest part was taking the wire harness out. Mine was really stuck in there. But got it, put the new switch in and viola it worked. Yay!
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The door gaskets had become hard and curled up - would not seal properly
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Vispi from SUGAR LAND, TX
- Really Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
Watch YouTube videos on this topic if you are uncertain before tackling the job. The right door was easy to replace. Just pull the gasket with your fingers and it will come off easily. Place new gasket over door and use fingers to press it inside the groove few inches at a time. Pay attention to gasket orientation.
The left ... Read more door is a bit harder because you need to remove the mullion at the door edge using a screw driver. Remove two screws on the center hinge and then slide the mullion up to disengage. Then unplug the wires to remove the mullion. Replace the gasket as described above and replace the mullion reversing the directions shown above.
Could not believe how easy it was!
The left ... Read more door is a bit harder because you need to remove the mullion at the door edge using a screw driver. Remove two screws on the center hinge and then slide the mullion up to disengage. Then unplug the wires to remove the mullion. Replace the gasket as described above and replace the mullion reversing the directions shown above.
Could not believe how easy it was!
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