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Kenmore Refrigerator OP Code Freezer Sensor Open

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code OP (freezer display) on Refrigerator — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of OP (freezer display) for Kenmore Refrigerator — confirm the model series before you act.

Daniel Reeves Written by Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Error code OP (freezer display)
Appliance Refrigerator
Quick answer

An OP reading in the freezer display flags an open freezer sensor on Kenmore French-door refrigerators beginning 253.7031.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so OP (freezer display) may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

Plain language

What this code means

An open circuit is detected at the freezer temperature sensor.

Quick answer

OP in the freezer temperature display: the control sees an open freezer sensor. Models: Kenmore French-door refrigerators whose numbers begin 253.7031.

Start here

Per the owner-facing guidance, begin with the following:

  • Pull the plug on the refrigerator.
  • Look over the wires between the freezer sensor and the electronic control board.
  • Push any loose wire back where it belongs.

What happens after the wiring looks fine

The manual then calls for a multimeter. Resistance is read at the sensor after it is freed from its harness, and again through the sensor wires at the control board. Matching readings point to the board; infinite readings point to the sensor or the wiring. That is work for a technician.

Codes people confuse with OP

Refrigerator repair across our service areas

We handle Kenmore refrigerator calls in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Have the OP code, the 253.7031 model number and a note of what you tried at hand, then use refrigerator repair or dial (844) 747-3641.

Source: Sears PartsDirect – Kenmore 253 series French-door refrigerator error codes

Caution

Safety warning

Important safety warning

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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