Kenmore Refrigerator Repair – Canton, OH (795.76202.901)

We completed a refrigerator repair in Canton, OH for a Kenmore bottom freezer model that had been leaking water onto the floor. The customer had cleared ice from the freezer last year with success, but this time the leaking persisted even after clearing ice, and ice crystals had formed all over the freezer and contents.

The Problem

The refrigerator (bottom freezer model) had been leaking water onto the floor. Last year this happened, and the customer cleared ice sheet out of bottom and the problem was resolved. This summer the customer cleared ice, but was still having the leaking problem. Ice crystals had also formed all over freezer and contents.

Diagnosis

The freezer compartment had a plugged defrost drain. When the defrost drain becomes blocked, water from the automatic defrost cycle cannot properly exit the freezer compartment, leading to water accumulation and the formation of ice crystals throughout the freezer.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: LAB-REPAIR APPLIANCE
• Work performed: Cleared the plugged defrost drain in the freezer compartment
• Result: Water leakage stopped and proper drainage restored

Is It Worth Repairing?

Kenmore refrigerators, manufactured by various companies for Sears, generally offer decent value and can be worth repairing when the issue is straightforward like a blocked drain. A plugged defrost drain is a common maintenance issue that’s relatively inexpensive to address compared to replacing the entire unit.

Maintenance Tips for Kenmore Refrigerators

• Check and clear the defrost drain regularly to prevent ice buildup and water leakage
• Keep the freezer door seals clean and inspect for proper closure to maintain temperature consistency
• Clean the condenser coils underneath or behind the unit every six months for optimal cooling efficiency

Appliance Repair in Canton, OH

Canton is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve North Canton, Alliance, and Massillon. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.