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Kenmore
Upright Freezer

Model # 2538293981 Official Kenmore upright freezer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Official Kenmore 2538293981 upright freezer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Drier 152474
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Drier

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Key 08037402
#12

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Key

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Clip 3091422
#34

Door diagram

Clip

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Condenser 08950154
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Condenser

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Hose 129678
#14

Cabinet diagram

Hose

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Sleeve 08037932
#11

Liner diagram

Sleeve

Part #08037932

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Valve 09950074
#21

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Valve

Part #09950074

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Relay 3204565
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Relay

Part #3204565

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Switch 08037962
#30

Cabinet diagram

Switch

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Insulation 116171-50
#16

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Insulation

Part #116171-50

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