How to Replace a Kenmore Freezer Light Bulb

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Check your new light bulb.

   Make sure it is the right type and wattage for your freezer and that it is in good working order (i.e., no floating parts can be seen/heard).
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   Step 2: Remove any food blocking or near the light cover.

   Make sure to give yourself enough room for leverage.
   
   You don't want to cause an avalanche that can crush your toes while your hands are preoccupied. , Although many people skip this step, any time you are working with electricity, it is better to take all safety precautions. , Two on the top, near each corner and two on the bottom. , Your fingers should be placed on each of the top tabs, with your thumbs on the bottom tabs. , Squeeze your fingers firmly downward until the top cover can be pulled out.
   
   You will need to slowly increase the downward pressure while occasionally testing the top half of the cover by gently angling it towards you.
   
   Do not force the top out, just slowly increase the downward pressure until you can pull the top cover out of its tabs.
   
   If you fear you are about to crack the plastic.
   
   Stop, release the cover, and then repeat steps 3 to
   5. , Lift the bottom half of the cover up and toward you. , If you skip this step, you will put yourself at risk of cuts if a bulb is damaged while trying to perform the next steps. , Unthread the bulb counterclockwise until you can remove it from the socket. , Thread the bulb clockwise until it is firmly in place.
   
   Be sure not to over tighten it or it may break in your hand. , Test your new freezer light to make sure it works.
   
   If it does not, you may need to rethread the bulb or replace the bulb. , Once the bottom tabs are in, push the cover flat with the surface. , You will once again place downward pressure, until the top bows enough to let the slide into place. ,,
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   Step 3: Unplug the refrigerator.

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   Step 4: Locate the four tabs on the top and bottom of the light cover.

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   Step 5: Place your hands on the tabs.

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   Step 6: Gently remove the top half of the cover.

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   Step 7: Gently angle the bottom cover out of its tabs.

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   Step 8: Put on safety gloves.

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   Step 9: Remove the old bulb.

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    Step 10: Put in the new 40w or less bulb.

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    Step 11: Plug in the refrigerator.

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    Step 12: Place the bottom of the light cover in its tabs.

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    Step 13: Place the top of the light cover in its tabs.

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    Step 14: Restock your freezer.

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    Step 15: Close the door.

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