Kenmore Freezer Error Code Sb

Sb stands for Sabbath mode on a Kenmore freezer. It is a built-in feature that disables the interior light, control panel display, and audible alerts while allowing the compressor to continue running normally. It is not an error or a malfunction. The freezer continues to maintain its set temperature throughout.

Yes, your food is safe. Sabbath mode only disables the lights and display functions. The compressor continues to run and the freezer maintains its set temperature throughout the time Sabbath mode is active. There is no risk to stored food from this mode.

In most cases, there is no repair cost because Sabbath mode is canceled using a simple button combination at no expense. If the control panel fails to respond to the button combination and the freezer is genuinely stuck in this mode, a faulty control board could be the cause. Control board replacement on a Kenmore freezer typically costs between $150 and $350 depending on the model and labor rates in your area.

To cancel Sabbath mode, press and hold the Control Lock button and the Fº/Cº button at the same time for 3 seconds. The Sb indicator should disappear and normal control panel operation will resume. If the display does not respond, confirm the freezer is receiving power and try the button combination again.

Unplugging the freezer may not permanently clear Sabbath mode, as the setting can persist through a power cycle on some models. The correct way to exit Sabbath mode is to press and hold the Control Lock and Fº/Cº buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. This is the reliable method for canceling the mode.