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On Sep 17, 4:11 pm, "SJF" <no...@nowhere.net> wrote:
> <deja_bhoot2...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> >I purchased a side-by-side Sears (Kemore?) fridge in March, 1998,
> > which has worked fine all this time (I think it cost about $1200 back
> > then). There is no problem with the insides of the fridge itself.
>
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>
> > Now the water function is not working. The water connection is fine,
> > as ice is being made at the same rate as before. It seems something
> > simple, a mechanical, or electrical switch in the water component, is
> > not functioning. I am afraid to pull out the control box mounted
> > outside, as it is not clear if it is just push fit, or some plastic
> > clips in a tab, or what, so it might break if not pulled properly. If
> > I could see someone take it out once, I could do it (I have fixed many
> > things myself in the past, including a microwave, toaster, electrical
> > circuits around the home, etc.)
>
> > There is no other problem with the fridge (jn fact, not even any
> > scratches), but I figure a nine year old fridge is probably no more
> > than $300 worth, if that much. So, spending $100 to $200 on calling an
> > appliance repairman seems silly. But I feel awfully guilty throwing
> > away a perfectly functioning fridge.
>
> > What's average life expectancy of a fridge? What's a reasonable price
> > for an appliance repairman in the SF Bay area to fix this? Any
> > referrals would be much appreciated.
>
> > Thanks.
>
> > Bhoot Nath>
>
> I had a similar problem.  It was the solenoid operated valve as Rod Speed
> has suggested.  The replacement part cost about $50.  I had it installed for
> a total cost of about $150.  Seems like a service call would be worthwhile,
> or you might be up to replacing the valve yourself.  It's pretty accessible.
>
> SJF-

Thank you for the above reply and giving me aan idea of how much it
may cost. I also called a few places today. Sears wants $330! Two
other places said: about $70 to diagnose, and then parts +labor, with
an estimate of about $100 to $200.

If you are in the Bay Area, please give me the contact number for the
appliance repair service you used.

Thanks.

Bhoot Nath