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SBS243

Liebherr SBS243 Stainless Side-by-Side and BioFresh Column Repair

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Most common issues on this model

  1. Freezer drawers that do not close tight, letting frost form
  2. BioFresh drawer that drifts out of its cold range
  3. IceMaker inlet valve blocked by scale
  4. Defrost drain frozen over, with water pooling in the cabinet
  5. Fan noise from the evaporator in either column

Pairing an F 1051 freezer column with an RB 1410 BioFresh refrigerator, the SBS243 makes a 48-inch stainless wall of cold storage that was listed in the 2009 and 2013 design guides. It sits in a built-in opening, so every service call begins with gaining room to reach the cabinets.

Once the columns are accessible, we divide the work. The freezer column is checked for door seal, frost pattern, drain and ice output. The refrigerator column is checked for BioFresh temperature, humidity, fan and gasket. Automatic defrosting in both columns means the drains deserve a flush.

A blocked drain hides behind panels for years until water shows up on the floor, so we clear it even if nothing leaks yet. Pricing is written before work starts, and repairs carry a 30-day workmanship warranty.

Key features

  • 48-inch built-in stainless side-by-side (F 1051 plus RB 1410)
  • 21.8 cu ft total: refrigerator 8.7, BioFresh 4.1, freezer 4.5 cu ft (2009 guide)
  • 115V/60Hz/700W, SN-T
  • IceMaker 2.2 lbs/24h with 3.3 lbs stock; automatic refrigerator and freezer defrosting
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SBS243SBS243 questions
The freezer drawer will not close all the way. Is that serious?

Yes. An open gap lets in moist air that freezes on the coil, and the unit works harder. We check the slide, the basket and the gasket, then clear any ice that keeps the drawer from seating.

What happens if the defrost drain freezes over?

Meltwater has nowhere to go and refreezes or spills into the cabinet. We thaw the drain, clean it, and test the heater so it keeps the path open during each defrost cycle.

How many pounds of ice should the IceMaker make?

The rating is 2.2 pounds per 24 hours with 3.3 pounds in the bin. If yours falls well short, we test the inlet valve and fill tube first, since scale in the line is the usual reason.

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