All Installation Instructions for KitchenAid Refrigerator KRFF302ESS08

Freezer and refridgerator just stopped working.

The Condenser Fan Motor was already removed due to searching for the problem. The new fan motor looked different from the original but I felt very comfortable that Part Select had sent me the new part showing original part number changing numbers over the years. Simply placed the fan blades onto the new motor lined up 2 of the holes placed screws and tightened then plugged the wire ribbon into the Condensor Fan Motor, plugged in the Refridgerator and it worked beautifully.

The instruction video on the Part Select Web Site made it so incredibly easy to install. Installation took under 3 minutes!

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Condenser Fan Motor

Daniel F from CALEDONIA, MN
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Our old plastic dairy door had a broken part and it kept coming undone

The new door just popped into place. Took seconds to complete. Fast delivery too.

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Refrigerator Dairy Door

Mark from DEARBORN, MI
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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I had no problem

Just take the crisper out and just put it in the hall access

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Crisper Drawer Cover Support

DIANE from WEST PALM BCH, FL
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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freezer worked fine, refrigerator would not cool

with the freezer working I knew the compressor was working. I confirmed that the actuator door in the refrigerator was working but no air was blowing out. The hardest part was removing all the freezer drawer components and the ice maker so I could remove the panel in the back covering the evaporator motor. A quick resistance check of the motor confirmed no continuity in the motor. Take your time so that you dont break any of the snap in pieces. The motor I received did not look like the one I was replacing, but in fit in place and bolted right in. They provided an adapter wire to connect the wiring. All in all it was a fairly easy job. The video I followed was very helpful.

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Motor Evaporator

DELP from Hubert, NC
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers

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Refer lights not working, there are two lights and neither worked. Decided the switch was the problem.

The switch fix but did not fix the problem. I assumed the wires go on the same way as on the old switch. Is it possible if one light Burns out, the other will not work either?

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Door Switch

John from AUBURN, CA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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BOTH THE LADDER HOOKS, AND THE CRISPER PARTS WERE BROKEN

SIMPLY REPLACED THEM

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Crisper Pan

Crisper Drawer Cover Support

THOMAS from JOLIET, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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Refrigerator light stopped working

Followed the instructions in the video provided via email from Partselect
However, the part received was the opposite design of the part removed.
It appeared this could be left hand right hand choice of part. Moreover, the button on the switch that turns the light off/on when door is open/closed was not functional due to the part being the opposite of the part I was replacing. I tested the switch I was replacing and it appears this is not the problem. I think the light socket is the problem. I am 69 year old female and capable of doing small repairs, but limited knowledge of electrical so having to troubleshoot by trial and error. Thank you.

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Refrigerator Switch

Linda from CORSICANA, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Difficulty removing old switch.

Everything went as planned except the cold temperature (freezer door switch located inside freezer) made deflection of the switch locking tab difficult to remove. Letting the switch warm up was not an option.

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Door Switch

Ronald from HUNTINGTN BCH, CA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Fridge was leaking water because of bad drain

Switched the drain out using the video tutorial
Fixed the problem
Have had no more drain issues

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P-Trap Drain Tube Kit

David from NEWTON, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set

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Refrigerator won’t cool!

Motor evaporate. Replacement. Just like the video and it worked out perfect. Refrigerator works great now.

Parts Used:

Motor Evaporator

Michael from BRAINERD, MN
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers

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Broken Freezer Drawer Gear

Checked Video online. Had to remove the 2 snap on track/gear covers. Pry out the gear with screwdriver and the gear bearing unit. Align the flat side of the bearing unit and snap in. Position the cut teeth on the gear to match original and snap into the bearing. Insert the connecting rod into the long shaft gear and then push back into the short shaft gear. The video said to remove the drawer front but I did not and don't see that it necessary.

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Drawer Gear Kit

Wayne from Red Banks, MS
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Glass broke when I was cleaning it. Do not take out the shelf with the glass. Clean glass separately

I opened the large cardboard container the way it appeared to have been sealed. I knew i was dealing with glass. It was packed soooo great! After opening I Saw that the glass was tucked behind a separate piece of cardboard. Glad I had laid the package on the table to open. This made it easy to lift up out of the package. I went over the glass with a slightly damp cloth and dried. Peeled off the little stickers and laid it on top of the shelf supports and middle divider. It rested down right on top and eased into place. Wah-la!! All done! Thanks! Easiest repair I have ever had, and I am almost 70 with a lot of history in repairs!!

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Refrigerator Crisper Glass

JEANNE M from STONE MTN, GA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Broken center crisper rail

I took all items off the glass shelf. Removed the two crisper drawers. Removed the glass shelf. Installed the center rail. Replaced the two crisper drawers, the glass shelf and all items. Job done in less that 1 min. Thank you for great customer service and quick delivery.

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