When was my Kenmore refrigerator made?

When was my Kenmore refrigerator made?

How old is my Kenmore fridge? The date of manufacture is embedded in the serial number of this refrigerator. The third digit of the serial number (3) indicates that this refrigerator was manufactured in 2003. The next two digits (02) indicate that the refrigerator was completed in the 2nd week of 2003.

How many years does a Kenmore refrigerator last?

A refrigerator can last anywhere from 10 to 20 years. The older your unit is, the more it may cost to repair it. Eventually the cost of repairs will start to outweigh the cost of a replacement.

Are Sears Kenmore appliances still available?

If you want to purchase a Kenmore appliance—which by the way, are not manufactured by Sears—you still can. Amazon sells them, so you can buy them online. But you may be able to get some serious discounts soon at your local Sears or Kmart store if it’s one of the 142 stores closing its doors permanently.

Are Whirlpool and Kenmore parts interchangeable?

Refrigerator parts for both brands are here on the same page because the Whirlpool Corporation manufactures certain appliances under the Kenmore label, and our quality replacements parts will fit both Kenmore and Whirlpool refrigerator models.

Who makes Kenmore appliances for Sears?

Whirlpool
“We will continue to make Kenmore-brand appliances for Sears,” Sherman says. Whirlpool makes washing machines, dishwashers, and refrigerators that bear the Kenmore badge. In addition to Whirlpool-branded appliances, the company also manufactures Amana, Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, and Maytag kitchen and laundry appliances.

What do Kenmore model numbers mean?

On Kenmore refrigerators, the 3rd or 4th digit of the model number after the 3 digit prefix (106) will normally indicate the size of the refrigerator. After 2000 it is usually the 3rd digit that indicates the size. For example; a digit “5” could indicate a 15 cu.

Is Kenmore Elite the same as Whirlpool?

Dishwashers: Even though Whirlpool appliances are no longer sold at Sears stores, nearly all current Kenmore dishwashers are made by Whirlpool Corp., a partnership that’s lasted for decades. Ovens, Cooktops, and Ranges: Nearly all Kenmore cooking products are now made by Frigidaire.