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Kenmore Refrigerator Error Code R2 R3 R4 R5 (pattern 4)
Defrost time exceeded one hour and defrost sensor never reached 10°C (50°F), indicating a defrosting problem.
SourceKenmore Top Freezer Refrigerator - Service Manual (795 Series)p. 19
Diagnostic procedure
The full R2 R3 R4 R5 (pattern 4) procedure
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First diagnostic step
Check FUSE-M, DEF-SENSOR, Drain, Heater Drive Relay.
SourceKenmore Top Freezer Refrigerator - Service Manual (795 Series)p. 19
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Where this code is documented
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