This review is for Kenmore MHY62044103 Refrigerator Spring Counter Clockwise Wound
We have a Kenmore Elite refrigerator we bought brand new circa 2012. I'm including a picture of the model number for reference. The spring on the flapper snapped in half. We have a family member who is an appliance repair tech and he told us his cost was $17. ???? I asked for the part number so I could find it here on Amazon.
The database available to repair techs, calls for part number MHY62044103. I don't believe the seller of this spring is incorrect in citing this spring as compatible as it can work but there may be a better option for our model of Kenmore.
We ordered this spring but it is much bigger than the original as well as having tails/legs (is that the correct term?) that are obviously longer than the original. (See photos)
We were able to install this spring and it will get the job done BUT you will not be able to close the left door (the door with the flapper) without opening the non-flapper door. You MIGHT be able to snip about 1/16" - 1/8" off the tails and it MIGHT work fine.
However, we opted to order part number MHY62044106 (also included in the picture) and you can see it looks much closer to the size of the original. After opening and closing the door a few times, it is working fine. We can close the flapper door completely as designed, without having to open the non-flapper door. The tails/legs on MHY62044106 are also about 1/16" - 1/8" longer than the original but we were able to install it with minor finagling ????. Again, with a good pair of wire cutters you MIGHT be able to snip a little bit off to make it perfect, but we didn't though.
I hope this helps with anyone that has the older Kenmore refrigerator.
Manufacturer | Red Hound Auto |
---|---|
Part Number | RED150105 |
Item Weight | 0.2 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3 x 0.5 x 2 inches |
Item model number | RED150105 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 2 |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |