All Installation Instructions for Kelvinator Refrigerator KATR1816MS2

i smell very bad smell coming from refrigerator

I started look inside ,disconnected power, and open all possible compartments to see any burned part. Fortunately I fined a small part look like melted and then i went online and make my research .Then i ordered that part and change it.

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

Arsen from Glendale, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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The Refrigerator was not cooling properly. At 40-45 degrees milk spoiled

My upper and bottom air diffuser was missing.
Purchased both air diffuser and placed it.

Parts Used:

Bottom Air Diffuser

Marcos from E STROUDSBURG, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Socket set

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Rail broke at the most support place

Took out top shelf, remove old screw and rail . Replace with new

Parts Used:

Screw

Drawer Support Rail - Right Side

Floyd from HONEY BROOK, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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My glass shattered

I took the glass shelf out of the package and inserted it into the fridge. That simple.

Parts Used:

Shelf Glass Insert - Glass ONLY

Jenae from REDVALE, CO
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Freezer froze up/ Fridge ran warm

Thawed out freezer, I recommend laying a couple old towels in freezer to soak up melted ice. Replaced old thermostat with new part. Removed 2 screws, removed back plate, unplugged 2 connectors and cut 2 wires. Crimped in new thermostat and repositioned to original part location. Reconnected plugs as I reinstalled back plate. Installed 2 screws and connected power. Works like new! Trouble shooting and part installation video is very helpful, great site!

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

will from bushnell, IL
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Only one way on my fridge the two ovals snap into place

Just pushed the grill on

Parts Used:

Kickplate Grille

Kevin from ONTARIO, CA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Crisper glass shelf installed

Just like the video , just pull out the crisper drawers and slide the new one in. I also made sue that I had a quilt on the floor in case I dropped the glass shelf. Also if you are not sure of the model number you can try calling the store where you bought the appliance at which I had to do. I bought it at Conns and they just needed the phone number I used when I bought it.

Parts Used:

Crisper Glass Shelf Insert

CAROLYN from SAN ANTONIO, TX
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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freezer cold and frosting up but refrigerator warm

inside the freezer compartment, remove four hex head screws from rear panel,lift panel forward and unplug wire assembly from panel. find old defrost thermostat attached to copper tube by clip on back of thermostat, unclip, snip two wires to thermostat, take new thermostat, strip 1/4"of wire from wires in freezer (thermostat is prestripped),insert light blue wire from thermostat and light blue wire from freezer into opposite ends of crimp connector and crimp securely. repeat with dark blue wires. set panel back in freezer,connect plug to back of panel, refasten screws and you are go to go! save yourself the price of a new refrigerator or $300 repair by repairman!

Parts Used:

Defrost Thermostat

Gary from SABINSVILLE, PA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver

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Retainer bar cracked down center

With the excellent diagram provided by website, I was able to order the correct part. This part was not difficult to install, but so happy to know that this website provides instructions for more difficult projects.

Parts Used:

Door Shelf Retainer Bar

Kimberly from BILLINGS, MT
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Door Shelf Retainer Bar need to be replaced

1. Remove from box. 2. Snap into place. (30 sec.) + part arrive 2 days ahead of ETA (Ground Ship)

Parts Used:

Door Shelf Retainer Bar

Leondra from RICHMOND, VA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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retainer bar broke

took the old one off and snapped the new one in place. Very easy to do.

Parts Used:

Door Shelf Retainer Bar

Douglas from CARIBOU, ME
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Broken drawer support rail (left side), broken door shelf retainer bar

Followed instructions given on web site. My husband is not much of a handy-man, but he did these replacements in a matter of mere minutes. So happy to have the broken pieces replaced and all is working well again!

Parts Used:

Door Shelf Retainer Bar