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Dick
January 5, 2022
How do you install the light switch?
For model number Ct19y4 or109470-1
Hello Dick, thank you for your question. The Door switch PartSelect Number PS12728638. We have an installation video for you to access. We hope to hear from you soon.
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Brenda
June 24, 2021
Where do you replace the light switch? My lights stopped working in my freezer and also the top of my refrigerator. The lights on the sides still work normally.
For model number WRF767SDHZ00
Hello Brenda, Thank you for the question. The Switch for the Fresh Food Section is located on the side of the cabinet where the door will close onto the frame of the appliance. The switch for the freezer should be in the top Middle section of the Cabinet where the Freezer Door would close onto the frame of the Freezer in front of the Light Cover. We hope this helps!
Cabinet led lights are dim. While putting groceries away on sunday most of the lights dimmed, then brightened, flickered many times, then went dim full time. 2-3 of the lights are still their normal brightness, while the others are 1/10th of their normal brightness.
For model number kfis29bbms03
Hi Thomas, thank you for your question. Generally the parts to check would be your light switches to see if they are working correctly. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Beverly
September 30, 2021
does this apply to the side by side fridge?
For model number ASI2575GRS05
Hello Beverly, thank you for your question. Yes, this door switch goes on side inside of the fresh food section. Fix Number: FIX12728638. Good luck with your repair.
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John
June 28, 2021
Light bulbs on refrigerator side do not go on when door is opened. Checked/replaced both bulbs. However, control panel digital readout does go on/off when door light switch is released/depressed. Is problem still likely to be with switch, or more likely with bulb sockets?
For model number KSCS25INSS00
Hello John, Thank you for the question. This sounds like a power issue with the Electronic Control Board and it may need to be replaced. Before replacing, you can check the wire connection to the board and the switch to make sure everything is secure. We hope this helps!
This refrigerator is a French door with freezer below, the left side switch seems bad. When I open the left door, no light and no water (inside refridge) When I open the right door everything works. If I nudge the left switch forward, the light comes on. The switches are on top of the inside cabinet. Is this the correct switch also?
For model number WRF535SSWBM00
Hello Robert, thank you for your inquiry. According to our research on the model, the problem appears to be with the Door Switch, part number PS12728638. If you require assistance placing an order, please contact customer service. We hope that helps!
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Angela
July 17, 2021
All the lights in the refrigerator and freezer aren't working. Would it be the light switch needing to be replaced? There are two (one on each side of the refrigerator) in the fridge. Would I need to replace both?
For model number KFIS29PBMS02
Hello Angela, Thank you for the question. If both the fridge and freezer light have stopped working at the same time, it could be an indication of a wiring issues or a defective LED Light Module. We hope this helps!
All 3 switch pictures have the same part number. How do I know which one I will get? I need picture # 3.
For model number Whirlpool 106.41153.211
Hello David, thank you for writing. The pictures are of different views, from the left, from the side and from the right. This is only one switch part FIX12728638. We hope to hear from you soon.
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Kim
March 2, 2022
The lights on the left side stopped working a few years ago. Now only 2 of the lights on the right side are working, and they are on the side of the fridge (the lights on the right side ceiling of the fridge do not work). Does this sound like a light switch issue?
Thanks!
For model number MFT2976AEM03
Hi Kim,
Thank you for your question. If the lights in the refrigerator are not working, you will need to check the door switches. We have included a link that you may reference on how to check these parts. Once you have determined the part you need, please feel free to call customer service. We are open 7 days a week and anyone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to hearing from you!
I have a Maytag refrigerator model JFD2589KES. Only one side of the refrigerator lights up when the doors are opened. Trying to figure out what parts are needed to fix this
For model number JFD2589KES
Hello Judith, Thank you for the question. We suggest replacing the Bulb on the side that is not lighting up, Part #: PS884734. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Replacing your Kenmore Refrigerator Refrigerator Door Switch
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Average Repair Rating: 4.6 / 5.0, 44 reviews.
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Lights inside refrigerator not working
I used a flat-head screwdriver to pop out the old light rocker switch. Then, I unplugged the wires, plugged them into the new light rocker switch, and then popped the new switch into the hole. That's it! Lights began working again.
Clint from Rayville, MO
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Light Switch broke
An easy job for smaller hands. Removed the two bolts holding the light cover. Removed two electrical connections from the old switch by pinching the retaining clip,removed the switch, snapped in the new one and re-attached the connectors. Your online illustrations helped me to know that the plastic housing for the light switch would only swing down so far and was not intended to be removed. Saved me from breaking that plastic cover's tabs. This home repair saved me more than 5 times the cost of hiring a professional to do it. Very happy homeowner.
James Richard from St. Cloud, MN
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set
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The light switch on the refridgerator broke - no light.
Once I saw the replacement part I understood how to pry out the switch with a small screwdriver. Then just unplug the old one, plug in the new one and pop it into place.
The PartSelect site made it easy to correctly identify the correct part, it was inexpensive, and the shipping was fast.
I'm very pleased!
David from Albany, OR
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Refrigerator (Top, non-freezer section) light switch broke & light socket bad with age.
Turned off power to Refrigerator. 1)Removed broken light switch, using a screwdriver, to gently pry it out. Then unlugged the switch from the connector. I used long nosed pliers to gently pull out the connector from inside the frig, so I could easily plug in the new light switch. I then pressed the new light switch back in place. 2) Remove light cover. I then unclipped the socket which holds the light bulb, I gently pulled it out and unplugged it from the two wires. I then attached the two wires onto the new light socket and clipped it back in place. Bingo done with both items practically no time!
tested bulb good ,replaced door switch first(least expensive)then ordered light socket and circuitboard.If clicking sound is heard replace circuitboard first to save on return shipping because the switch and socket where ok
bill from escondido, CA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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drain clogged water in fridge light not working
after finding part list on your web site i took apart freezer to find platic tube around heater coil broken many pieces fell in drain tube cleared drain ran water thru it ordered parts. when parts came it took less than 1/2 hour to repair heater coil and light switch
Just replaced the switch, but unfortunately that was not the problem; nor was it the bulb....so I am back to square one. But Parts Select is a great place to order from. Thank you.
Lori from Chuluota, FL
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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My refrigerator ran constantly and never got cold!
On a whim I looked into what it would take to fix my garage older 2nd fridge. I was thinking I needed a new seal, but when I checked the website there was a great troubleshooter. I would have never guessed that the defrost timer was what would cause it not to ever get cold. After a fairly simple repair the freezer is colder than ever and I actually had to turn it down. The only complication was the fridge was stuck in a defrost cycle so I had to reset the timer to get the refrigerator running. Thanks so much for a super helpful site for a do-it-yourselfer like me.
I removed the broken door light switch by inserting the flat end of a butter knife along the right side of the old switch. This depressed the tab that holds the switch in place, and the switch popped out. I tranferred the two slip-in wire connectors from the old switch to the new one and pushed the new switch into place. It was quick and easy. If you examine the new switch, you will see how the squeeze-tab works and how you need to release its tension to remove it.
The door bin just slipped into the holders from above.
Switch light didn't work; broken drawer cover hinge
I removed the switch assemble from the panel with a Swiss Army knife. Disconnected the two wires and reversed the process with the new switch. Not being all that handy, I assumed the job would be very involved, but was very pleased that it was nearly effortless. A less than 15 minute operation.
Removing the right side panel of the lower drawer was a slightly more involved, requiring the removal of 3-4 screws and replacing the inner workings of the temperature adjustment workings on the new panel. But it proved pretty simple and only required about 20 minutes start to finish.
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William Z - 6 days ago
Verified Purchase
frig light switch
My test concluded the switch failed; the test was flawed; it was the light socket that failed.
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Nancy T - 22 days ago
Verified Purchase
Light is back on!
My aging KitchenAid fridge’s light switch broke off. PartSelect had the part and there was a video of how to install it and it took me just minutes. It also was very inexpensive.
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Brenda C - March 31, 2023
Verified Purchase
perfect so easy
I watched the video and it had all the tricks to change out the part in less than a minute so easy thanks
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Mike M - February 24, 2023
Verified Purchase
Did the trick
Even though the part was not a 100% copy, it was certainly close enough to fit properly and 100% solve the problem
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Larry S - January 21, 2023
Verified Purchase
Switch was not exactly like the one in my fridge but would have worked fine the hole was the same size!
The service was great and the directions helped me alot thanks! I used a putty knife like instructed and the switch would not move! I ended up removing the switch in small broken pieces which took the spade ends off the wires. My switch was glued in with expanding foam insulation and some kind of putty! I had to dig out the switch cavity with a screwdriver. My Maytag fridge is new but warranty work where I live takes months! The switch will work great once I figure out how to put ends on the wires. Please bring my problem up in your video to warn other people who might have the same problem. Thanks again I will order parts from you guys again! Have a great day! Lar
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Mike S - January 20, 2023
Verified Purchase
Perfect fit, easy repair
Works great, made the switch in about 3 minutes.
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Robert W - December 18, 2022
Verified Purchase
Perfect fix- correct part
The switch was exactly what I needed and fixed the refrigerator with an easy replacement, shipped right away
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Dennis M - June 10, 2022
Verified Purchase
Easy repair with the instruction from the video.
Door switch was great. The video on installation was a great help. Thanks!
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Corey P - April 30, 2022
Verified Purchase
Easy repair
Easy to replace and perfect fit.
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Lucy W - April 12, 2022
Verified Purchase
Installation simple!
Shipping was super fast but before that, finding the part I needed was very easy and I was so happy PartSelect had it. I installed it and it was done! Will definitely keep PS in my ‘Rolodex’ for the future :)
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