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 46-61339 Repair in San Francisco
A black, 20.5 cu. ft. top-freezer: a plain, familiar layout where the first clue usually decides the repair.
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Model number
46-61339
About this model
Model overview
The Kenmore 46-61339 is a top-freezer refrigerator of 20.5 cu. ft. in black, listed in the current Kenmore lineup. It shares its size with the white and stainless versions, so the checks are alike, but your own unit’s history tells the story.
Start with the clue
Lukewarm food in the lower section with an ice-cold freezer: airflow. Freezer food softening and frost on the back wall: defrost. Clicking then silence: the start parts or the control. A new whine: a fan. Pooled water inside: the drain. A technician matches the clue to the likely cause, then confirms with tests before suggesting a repair.
Black finish, bright kitchen
Dark doors absorb heat from sunlight, so a unit near a window in a sunny room may work harder in warm spells. Keep it out of direct sun if possible, and make sure it has air at the back and top. A refrigerator on an uneven floor may sit crooked, leaving the gasket open at one corner.
Owner checks
- Check the temperature settings were not bumped.
- Clean the door seals.
- Look for blocked vents in the freezer.
- Check the outlet and breaker.
Never open the rear cover or touch the cooling lines. Breaker off for any burning smell.
See also
Other finishes are the Kenmore 46-61332 in white and the Kenmore 46-61335 in stainless. Further help: Kenmore refrigerator repair, Kenmore refrigerators and Kenmore refrigerator leaking water.
Visit and estimate
Our technician starts with the clue you gave, runs the checks that fit it, and explains the diagnosis in everyday terms. The estimate is written, and nothing is repaired until you approve it. If a part must be ordered, we say so plainly. Because this body style is common across Bay Area flats and houses, access rarely needs special planning, but mention stairs or tight halls when you book.
Keep a note of what you have already tried; it saves time and avoids repeating checks.
Photos of the label and of any ice or water on the shelves are useful with your request.
If the unit sits in a rental, tell us whether the property manager needs to be informed about access.
Frequently asked questions
Kenmore lists all three top-freezer finishes at 20.5 cu. ft.
Sun on a dark door adds warmth, so placement away from direct light helps.
Often a blocked defrost drain. A technician clears the path and looks for the cause.
Check the inside wall of the fresh-food section or the door frame.
No. We repair only with your approval after a written estimate.
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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Refrigerator Repair in San Francisco
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