Kenmore Refrigerator C Error Code
The letter C on a Kenmore 106-prefix refrigerator points to a dead temperature sensor in the refrigerator or freezer compartment.
Model Reference
Kenmore 46-61335 Repair in San Francisco
A stainless top-freezer of 20.5 cu. ft. looks tidy, and when it fails we aim to show you why before we touch a part.
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Model number
46-61335
About this model
Model overview
Kenmore lists the 46-61335 as a top-freezer refrigerator of 20.5 cu. ft. in stainless, part of the current lineup. Frozen food sits above, fresh food below, and the cold air for both comes from the freezer area.
What breaks the pattern
A lower section that creeps warm usually means cold air is not reaching it. A freezer that frosts over and then cools poorly points to defrost. A loud fan whirr when the freezer door is opened hints at ice on the blades. And a wet shelf under the crisper drawers commonly means a blocked drain tube.
Stainless doors and fitting
The stainless finish does not change how the system works, but it does show fingerprints, scuffs and water marks that can be confused with leaks. Wipe the door and look again before assuming. The cabinet still needs space at the back and top, and leveling matters: a unit that leans forward leaves the doors open a little.
Steps to take at home
- Confirm the thermostat or control has not been moved.
- Take everything off the top shelf of the fresh-food section that sits against vents.
- Wipe both door seals.
- Check the breaker and plug.
Do not remove the freezer back panel yourself. If you smell burning, switch off the breaker.
Same body, other finishes
The white version is the Kenmore 46-61332, and the black one is the Kenmore 46-61339. For wider help see Kenmore refrigerator repair, Kenmore refrigerators and Kenmore refrigerator making noise.
How the visit runs
Our technician listens to the history first, then looks at the seals, the vents and the back of the freezer before testing the running parts. After the diagnosis you receive the findings in plain words and a written estimate, and you decide whether to go ahead. The refrigerator is left in working order or exactly as we found it, and nothing is fixed without your approval. If it makes sense to wait for a part, we explain the options.
Photos of the label and of any frost or water help us plan, so attach them to your request if you can.
Frequently asked questions
No. The cooling and defrost systems are the same type of top-freezer layout; finish only affects the outer door.
A blocked defrost drain can send melt water into the cabinet. A technician clears it and looks for the underlying reason.
Kenmore lists it at 20.5 cu. ft.
Not necessarily. Ice on a fan blade or a loose item can cause noise. Book a diagnosis if it persists.
The full model number from the label and when the issue started.
Model-information disclaimer. Confirm your exact model number and specifications with your appliance documentation before booking a repair. Model pages are for identification and compatibility reference.
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Cooling, defrost, ice maker and leak problems on Kenmore top-freezer, French-door and side-by-side refrigerators, diagnosed before any repair.
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Phone
(415) 825-6393
Hours
Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Service area
San Francisco Bay Area, California