We’ve all been there – your trusty appliance starts making weird noises or stops working altogether. Then, the dreaded realization hits: the model is discontinued.

Sound familiar? Well, here’s the good news: Just because your appliance isn’t being made anymore doesn’t mean you have to give up on it.

Whether it’s a Hoover vacuum cleaner or an Avanti refrigerator, there’s still hope. 

Let’s dive into how you can find the discontinued appliance parts you need – without tearing your hair out.

Why Do Appliances Get Discontinued?

Before we jump into solutions, let’s talk about why perfectly good appliances get discontinued in the first place.

The truth is, there are a bunch of reasons – so let’s cover that here!

Advancements in Technology

Out with the old, in with the new! Companies phase out older models to make way for smarter, shinier, more “futuristic” versions. This means appliances may not get the attention they deserve when it comes to parts.

It doesn’t mean your appliance isn’t great anymore; it just means you might have to work a little harder to find what you need.

Cost of Production

Some models become too expensive to keep making, so manufacturers stop producing parts altogether. This is especially true for niche brands or smaller appliances like Hunter fans or specific, old Jenn-Air grill parts, where the lack of mass-production makes them harder to track down.

The same applies to grills like old Broilmaster grill parts, where their durable construction and smaller market mean limited availability when production costs rise.

Market Demand

If a product isn’t selling, it’s often quietly retired – even if loyal fans (like you!) still rely on it. Luckily, there are still ways to find parts to keep your appliance working.

4 Tips – How to Search for Discontinued Appliance Parts

Finding the right part might seem tricky, but with the right approach, you’ll have your appliance up and running in no time. 

Here are our four practical steps:

1. Browse Our Appliance Parts Store

Forget endless Google searches.

At Appliance Factory Parts, we specialize in sourcing parts for both new and discontinued models. Whether it’s discontinued Hoover vacuum parts or discontinued Viking parts, we stock parts for a wide range of brands and models.

2. Use Our Easy Search Bar

Not sure which part fits your appliance? No problem.

Use our search bar and plug in your model number or name to look up parts – for example, you can use it if you have discontinued models requiring old Ducane grill parts or discontinued Hunter fan parts.

3. Reach Out to Our Experts

Sometimes, you need a little help – and that’s what we’re here for.

We’ll make sure to help you locate those hard-to-find appliance parts discontinued by manufacturers – whether it’s old Weber grill parts or discontinued GE parts.

4. Stick with Trusted Supplies (Like Us!)

Avoid the frustration of buying counterfeit or poor-quality parts online.

We offer genuine, high-quality replacement parts for discontinued models, so you can repair with confidence.

Don’t just take our word for it; see what our customers have to say below!

3 Reasons Why Replacing Discontinued Appliances Is Worth It

Replacing an appliance might sound tempting, but don’t toss your favourite just yet! There are more reasons why it’s worth replacing the parts of your discontinued appliance instead of buying a new one. 

Whether it’s discontinued Jenn-Air parts or a vintage Viking model, keeping your appliance alive is a win-win – and here’s why:

1. Saves Money

Repairing your appliance is almost always cheaper than replacing it. Why spend hundreds (or thousands!) on a new model when a simple replacement part could do the trick?

2. Extends Its Life

Older, discontinued appliances were often built to last longer than today’s newer models. By finding the right replacement part, you can keep your appliance going strong for years to come.

3. Is Eco-Friendly

Tossing out a perfectly good appliance contributes to landfill waste. Repairing instead is better for the environment – and your wallet.

Ready to shop for replacement parts? Check out our main categories below and find what you need.

Where to Find Discontinued Appliance Parts 

You don’t need to spend hours scouring the internet or chasing down dead-end leads. At Appliance Factory Parts, we stock a wide range of hard-to-find appliance parts discontinued by major brands, including:

With a massive inventory, expert support, and fast shipping, we’re your one-stop appliance replacement parts store.

Why Choose Appliance Factory Parts for Replacement Parts?

With decades of experience, we’re the trusted source for discontinued appliance parts. We’re here to make the process simple and stress-free for you.

Discontinued doesn’t mean done for! With the right approach (and a little help from us), you can keep your favourite appliances running smoothly for years to come. 

Stop wondering where to buy discontinued appliance parts – start shopping with us today and bring your appliance back to life

January 29th, 2025

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer, BBQ Maintenance, BBQing HowTos, Other Appliances


Error Items

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TROUBLE

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I/M-SENSOR (R on Twin I/M units)  F1 Ice Maker Sensor Error- open or short-circuit, connector failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F The voltage at MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
R-SENSOR  F2 Refrigerator Room Sensor Error- open or short-circuit, connector failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F. The voltage at MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
DEFROST SENSOR OF R ROOM  F3 Ref. Defrost Sensor Error- open or short-circuit, connector failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F. The voltage at MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
R-FAN ERROR  F4 This error indicates the Refrigerator Evap Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback line is open. Fan voltage at MAIN PCB shall be between 7V~12V
I/M FUNCTION ERROR(R on Twin I/M)  F5 This error indicates the Ice tray has not returned to level after an ice harvest. The error is displayed after three failed attempts. Replace I/M
R-DEFROSTING ERROR  F6 Refrigerator Room defrost heater- open or short-circuit, connector failure, or defective temperature fuse/bi-metal. Defrost on over 80 minutes. Disconnect defrost connector from PCB, check resistance
PANTRY-DAMPER HEATER ERROR  F7 Sensor system in Pantry Room errors. Disconnect heater connector from PCB, check resistance.
PANTRY-SENSOR ERROR  F8 CR Room Sensor Error- This can be an open or short-circuit, contact failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F. The voltage of MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
WATER HEATER ERROR  F10 Error is displayed when the water reservoir tank heater is open or shorted. Disconnect heater connector from PCB, check resistance. Disconnect heater connector from PCB, check resistance.
EXT-SENSOR  f11 Ambient Temp. Sensor Error- open or short-circuit, connector failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F. The voltage at MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
F-SENSOR  f13 Freezer Compartment Sensor Error- open or short-circuit, connector failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F. The voltage at MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
F-DEF-SENSOR  f12 Freezer Room Defrost Sensor Error- open or short-circuit, connector failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F. The voltage at MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
F-FAN ERROR  f14 This error indicates the Freezer Evap. Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback line is open. Fan voltage at MAIN PCB shall be between 7V~12V
C-FAN ERROR  f15 This error indicates the Condenser Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback line is open. Fan voltage at MAIN PCB shall be between 7V~12V
FRENCH DOOR ICE ROOM SENSOR  f16 Ice Room Sensor Error- open or short-circuit, connector failure. Cause is also a temperature reading > 122°or < -58 ° F. The voltage at MAIN PCB Sensor between 4.5V~1.0V
F-DEFROSTING ERROR  f17 Freezer defrosting heater- open or short-circuit, connector failure, or defective temperature fuse/bi-metal. Defrost on for over 80 minutes. Disconnect defrost connector from PCB, check resistance.
FRENCH DOOR ICE ROOM FAN ERROR  f18 This error indicates the Ice Room Compartment Evap. Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback line is open. Fan voltage at MAIN PCB shall be between 7V~12V
Uart ERROR COMMUNICATION  f19 This error is not applicable, if the error is detected during diagnostic testing please ignore it. No Repair Necessary
L.M ERROR COMMUNICATION  f20 Communication error within the Main PCB Replace main PCB
P.M ERROR COMMUNICATION  f21 Communication between the Main PCB and Keypad. Check wiring in door & cabinet, Panel PCB, Main PCBF1

January 3rd, 2013

Posted In: Fridges and Freezers

Kenmore (Sears), being a department store brand do not make their own appliances. Instead they contract the work out, so their appliances are made by many different manufacturers, and you will need to check your model number to see which manufacturer made your model. Choose from the lists below, to match the first three digits of your model number.

Amana Caloric D&M Fedders GE Gibson, Frigidaire
596 174
960
587 484 363
362
253
Jenn-air Kelvinator, Frigidaire Litton Maycor Roper Speed Queen
629 417
662
628
747 925 103
647
835
911
155
278*
651
Tappan, Frigidaire Toshiba WCI, Frigidaire Whirlpool
791 562 790 106
110
562
665
198

*278 is a Roper built range, but parts are available from GE

The list below is a fuller list in numeric order, with part numbers starting with C being the Canadian models.

Prefix Manufacturer Prefix Manufacturer
103. Roper 586. Panasonic
106. Whirlpool 587. DM (Frigidaire)
C106. Inglis 596. Amana
110. Whirlpool 622. Kelvinator (Frigidaire)
C110. Inglis 628. Kelvinator (Frigidaire)
119. Frigidaire 629. Jenn Air
143. SFS Corp. (Sanyo/Fisher) C646. Admiral (Inglis)
144. Trane 647. Roper
155. Preway 651. Speed Queen
174. Caloric 664. Whirlpool
175. In-Sink-Erator 665. Whirlpool
198. Whirlpool 666. KitchenAid
233. Broan C675. Woods
253. Gibson (Frigidaire) 683. Philco Italy?
274. RCA 719. Tappan (Frigidaire)
278. Roper 721. Goldstar (LG Electronics)
292. Lennox 747. Litton
335. Amana 757. Marvel, Imperial
336. Electrolux 789. Defiance
342. York 790. WCI (Frigidaire)
362. GE 791. Tappan (Frigidaire)
C362. Camco 835. Roper
363. GE 840. Friedrich
C363. Camco 850. Whirlpool (Chambers?)
401. Samsung 867. Keeprite
416. Carrier 879. Rheem/Ruud
417. Kelvinator (Frigidaire) C880. Admiral (Inglis)
464. GE 911. Roper
473. Hoover 917. Roper (Whirlpool)
484. Fedders, Whirlpool 925. Maycor (Maytag)
562. Toshiba C933. Kelvinator (Before 1970)
564. Sanyo 934. Hitachi
565. Sanyo C938. Keeprite
566. Sanyo 960. Caloric
568. Panasonic 970. Frigidaire
575. Sharp C970. Kelvinator (1970+)
580. Goldstar (LG Electronics) C978. Camco

February 22nd, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer

If you’re wondering, “How old is my appliance by serial number?”, you’ve come to the right place! Our step-by-step brand guide helps you decode serial numbers and determine your appliance’s manufacture date.

Follow these instructions to accurately figure out the age of your appliance.

Find the Age of Your Appliance by Brand:

How to Find the Age of Your Amana Appliance

Amana appliances use a straightforward serial number lookup system to determine their manufacture date. Follow these steps:

Steps to Decode Amana Serial Numbers:

  1. Locate the serial/model tag on your appliance.
  2. Record the first four digits of the serial number.
  3. Decode using the format: YYWW (Year and Week).

Example: 

  • Serial number: 9912
  • 99 = Year: 1999.
  • 12 = Week: March (12th week)

For newer Amana models starting with two letters instead of numbers, they may follow the Maytag serial format.

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How to Find the Age of Your GE Appliance

GE USA appliances, including Hotpoint, use a letter-based system to encode the manufacture date in the serial number. Both GE USA and GE Canadian appliances (Camco, Hotpoint, GE Moffat and McClary) follow specific patterns.

GE USA Serial Numbers:

  1. Find the serial/model tag on your appliance.
  2. Decode the first two letters of the serial number:
    • The first letter indicates the month.
    • The second letter indicates the year.

Example:

  • Serial number: LT221102
    • LT221102 – L = month – June
    • LT221102 – T = year 1986 or 1998

This appliance was manufactured in June 1998 or June 1986

GE Date Codes Chart:

Letter Month Letter Year
A January G 1980 & 1992
D February H* 1981 & 1993
F March L 1982 & 1994
G April M 1983 & 1995
H May R 1984 & 1996
L June S 1985 & 1997
M July T 1986 & 1998
R August V 1987 & 1999
S September Z 1988 & 2000
T October A 1989 & 2001
V November D 1990 & 2002
Z December F 2003
G 2004
H* 2005

*The same twelve easily distinguishable letters of the alphabet will be used and repeated in a twelve year cycle

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GE Canadian Serial Numbers Camco):

For Canadian GE appliances, the first two letters of the serial number indicate the month and year.

Example:

  • Serial number: MS731902A
  • The first 2 letters show the manufacturing date.
    • MS731902A shows the month made – July
    • MS731902A shows the year made – 1997
  • The above appliance with serial # MS731902A was made in July 1997.
Month Letter Year
May H 1993
June L 1994
July M 1995
August R 1996
September S 1997
October T 1998
November V 1999
December Z 2000
January A 2001
February D 2002
March F 2003
April G 2004
May H 2005

* The same twelve easily distinguishable letters of the alphabet will be used and repeated in a twelve year cycle

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How to Find the Age of Your Frigidaire Appliance

Frigidaire manufactures White-Westinghouse, Tappan, and Kelvinator appliances. The serial number contains information about the manufacturing location and date.

Steps to Decode Frigidaire Serial Numbers:

  1. Locate the serial/model tag.
  2. Look at the serial number and decode using this method:
    • The first digit represents the year.
    • The next digits indicate the week of the year.

Examples:

Serial number: NF11910958

  • 1 = 2001 (Year).
  • 19 = 19th week.
  • This Frigidaire appliance was made in April 2001.

Serial number: LA84501552

  • L = Factory code.
  • A8 = Year: 1988 or 1998.
  • 45 = 45th week.
  • If the appliance looks older, it’s likely 1988; if newer, it’s 1998.

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How to Find Which Manufacturer Made Your Kenmore or Sears Appliance

Kenmore (Sears), being a department store brand do not make their own appliances. Instead they contract the work out, so their appliances are made by many different manufacturers, and you will need to check your model number to see which manufacturer made your model.

Use this Kenmore serial number decoder below to check the age of your Kenmore washer, dryer, or refrigerator:

  1. Find the Kenmore model and serial number tag.
  2. Decode the first three digits of the model number to identify the manufacturer.
  3. Use the Kenmore age by serial number chart below to pinpoint the manufacture year.
Amana Caloric D&M Fedders GE Gibson, Frigidaire
596 174
960
587 484 363
362
253
Jenn-air Kelvinator, Frigidaire Litton Maycor Roper Speed Queen
629 417
662
628
747 925 103
647
835
911
155
278*
651
Tappan, Frigidaire Toshiba WCI, Frigidaire Whirlpool
791 562 790 106
110
562
665
198

*278 is a Roper built range, but parts are available from GE

The list below is a fuller list in numeric order, with part numbers starting with C being the Canadian models.

Prefix Manufacturer Prefix Manufacturer
103. Roper 586. Panasonic
106. Whirlpool 587. DM (Frigidaire)
C106. Inglis 596. Amana
110. Whirlpool 622. Kelvinator (Frigidaire)
C110. Inglis 628. Kelvinator (Frigidaire)
119. Frigidaire 629. Jenn Air
143. SFS Corp. (Sanyo/Fisher) C646. Admiral (Inglis)
144. Trane 647. Roper
155. Preway 651. Speed Queen
174. Caloric 664. Whirlpool
175. In-Sink-Erator 665. Whirlpool
198. Whirlpool 666. KitchenAid
233. Broan C675. Woods
253. Gibson (Frigidaire) 683. Philco Italy?
274. RCA 719. Tappan (Frigidaire)
278. Roper 721. Goldstar (LG Electronics)
292. Lennox 747. Litton
335. Amana 757. Marvel, Imperial
336. Electrolux 789. Defiance
342. York 790. WCI (Frigidaire)
362. GE 791. Tappan (Frigidaire)
C362. Camco 835. Roper
363. GE 840. Friedrich
C363. Camco 850. Whirlpool (Chambers?)
401. Samsung 867. Keeprite
416. Carrier 879. Rheem/Ruud
417. Kelvinator (Frigidaire) C880. Admiral (Inglis)
464. GE 911. Roper
473. Hoover 917. Roper (Whirlpool)
484. Fedders, Whirlpool 925. Maycor (Maytag)
562. Toshiba C933. Kelvinator (Before 1970)
564. Sanyo 934. Hitachi
565. Sanyo C938. Keeprite
566. Sanyo 960. Caloric
568. Panasonic 970. Frigidaire
575. Sharp C970. Kelvinator (1970+)
580. Goldstar (LG Electronics) C978. Camco

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How to Find the Age of Your KitchenAid Appliance

Are you trying to determine the age of your KitchenAid appliance? For instance, are you specifically wondering how old your KitchenAid dishwasher is? Our serial number chart is here to help you!

First, find your serial/model tag and record the numbers and letters on this. Then, look at the first four digits and you should be able to work out the manufacture date:

  1. Locate the serial number tag on your appliance.
  2. Break it down into parts (e.g., “XL1601009”). Break this up to take the first 4 digits i.e. XL16.
    • X indicates the factory where the product was made.
    • L represents the year (J = 1999, K = 2000, L = 2001, M = 2002, N =2003, etc).
    • 16 indicates the production week.

You can use this guide for finding the below:

  • KitchenAid dishwasher age
  • KitchenAid refrigerator serial number age
  • KitchenAid mixer serial number lookup

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How to Find the Age of Your Maytag Appliance

Maytag, known for its reliable appliances, also owns Jenn-Air and MagicChef. To determine the manufacture date of your appliance, you need to decode the Maytag serial number.

Steps to Find the Age of a Maytag Appliance:

  1. Locate the serial/model tag on your appliance.
  2. Record the numbers and letters on the tag.
  3. Use the following decoding system:
    • The first letter in the serial number represents the year.
    • The second letter indicates the month.

Example:

  • Serial number: 15114672UY
    • U = Year: 1998.
    • Y = Month: November.
  • This appliance was manufactured in November 1998.

Use the chart below to search for a proper Maytag serial number lookup and quickly find the date for any Maytag appliance – from Maytag washers to dryers.

Year Letter Month
1980 E March
1981 G April
1982 J May
1983 L June
1984 N July
1985 P August
1986 R September
1987 T October
1988 V November
1989 X December
1990 B January
1991 D February
1992 F March
1993 H April
1994 K May
1995 M June
1996 Q July
1997 S August
1998 U September
1999 W October
2000 Y November
2001 Z December
2002 A January
2003 C February
2004 E March
2005 G April
2006 J May
2007 L June

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How to Find the Age of Your Whirlpool Appliance

Whirlpool appliances have a simple system for determining the manufacture date from the serial number. This applies to all major Whirlpool products, including washers, dryers, refrigerators, and more.

Steps to Decode Whirlpool Serial Numbers:

  1. Locate the serial/model tag on your appliance and record the numbers and letters on this.
  2. Identify the third-to-last character in the serial number to find the year.

Example Model Numbers:

  • LRS6233BW1 = Manufactured in 1994.
  • SF367PEYW1 = Manufactured in 1992.
  • LE6685XPW1 = Could be from 1985 or 2004 (depends on the appliance’s appearance and features).
  • ET22PKXXW0 = Manufactured in 1991.
  • EV150CXKW0 = Manufactured in 1982 or 2001.
Letter Year
K 1982 or 2001
L 1983 or 2002
M 1984 or 2003
P 1985 or 2004
R 1986 or 2005
S 1987 or 2006
T 1988 or 2007
V 1989 or 2008
W 1990 or 2009
X 1991 or 2010
Y 1992 or 2011
A 1993 or 2012
B 1994 or 2013
D 1995 or 2014
E 1996 or 2015
F 1997 or 2016
G 1998 or 2017
H 1999 or 2018
J 2000 or 2019

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February 22nd, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer

Front Console Models

Top Console Models

February 21st, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer, Dryers

Disposer

Compactor


February 21st, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer, Disposer

Downdraft

Electric Cooktop

February 21st, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer, Ranges Ovens Cooktops Rangehoods

Washer

Neptune Front Load Washer


February 21st, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer, Washing Machines

Stack

Neptune Super Stack


February 20th, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer, Washing Machines

Wall Oven

Double Wall Oven


February 20th, 2010

Posted In: Appliance Age and Manufacturer, Ranges Ovens Cooktops Rangehoods

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