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Kenmore Refrigerator r dH Code Defrost Temperature Not Reached

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code r dH on Refrigerator — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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At a glance

Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of r dH 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 r dH
Appliance Refrigerator
Quick answer

r dH is listed for Kenmore and Kenmore Elite 795 bottom-freezer refrigerators when the defrost sensor stays under 40 F.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so r dH 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

The sensor stayed below the 40 F mark.

At a glance

  • Display: r dH
  • Meaning: sensor did not get over 40 F
  • Covers: Kenmore and Kenmore Elite 795 bottom-freezer refrigerators

Where the manual points

A faulty fuse, a heater problem or the control board. Parts named: controller assembly, defrost heater, and a relay on the control board. A technician sorts out which one applies.

Owner note

Disconnect power before removing any cover. Nothing in the manual asks the owner to test those parts.

Nearby codes

  1. r dS – sensor short or wiring problem in the refrigerator defrost sensor.
  2. rD Lo/Hi – refrigerator defrost sensor failure, different series.

Refrigerator repair coverage

Our Kenmore refrigerator work reaches the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Before you call (844) 747-3641, note the r dH code, the 795 model number and any steps tried. Details are under refrigerator repair.

Source: Sears PartsDirect – Kenmore 795 model bottom-freezer 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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