ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesKenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator Error Code ES: Meaning & How to Fix It
By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error code ES means: Dispenser failure. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.
Source: Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].
Quick facts
| Code | ES |
|---|---|
| Also shown as | None listed by the manufacturer |
| Brand / appliance | Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator |
| System | Dispenser |
| Meaning (service chart) | Dispenser failure. [1] |
| Keep using it? | Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair |
| DIY-safe? | Owner checks only (listed below) |
| Support | Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician |
| Source document | Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) |
On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ
What error code ES means on a Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator
Dispenser failure. [1]
This is a dispenser code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.
How to fix Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error code ES (safe owner checks)
- Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (ES) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator and order the right parts.
- Check the display panel. Check the display panel.
- Clear the code at the controls. Press the Water/Ice button in various spots to free the stuck button.
- Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
- Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If ES comes back after these checks, stop using the refrigerator for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.
The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.
Parts that may be involved
Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.
- User interface board
When to call a technician
- If you can't free the stuck button, a technician should replace the user interface board.
- Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
- The appliance is under warranty: contact Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician first
Related error codes
Frequently asked questions
What does error code ES mean on a Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator?
The Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart lists ES as follows: Dispenser failure.
Is it safe to keep using the 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator with ES?
Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.
Can I fix Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error ES myself?
Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician.
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Kenmore.