Sub-Zero 700 Series Light Bulbs
Topics:
- Where to purchase replacement light bulbs for 700 Series
- How long do light bulbs last?
- What size is the light bulb?
- Can blue or LED light bulbs be used as a replacement bulbs in older models?
- How to replace light bulbs for 700 Designer (formerly Integrated) units
Steps to Verify Issue:
700 Series Tall upper compartment and Column models use standard 40-watt appliance bulbs for cabinet lighting.
- Freezer drawers and all Drawer models use standard 25-watt appliance bulbs.
- 700 Series products do not use LED style lights as the main light source. LED bulbs may be used as replacements, if desired.
- Refer to Sub-Zero, and Wolf Substitute Incandescent Light Bulbs with LED for bulb part number.
- Standard appliance bulbs can be used in place of the blue tinted bulbs.
- Alternate bulbs need a T10, medium base, 40-watt appliance bulb.
- Standard 40-watt appliance bulbs that fit these specifications tend to be yellowish.
- If new light bulbs do not illuminate, or only work intermittently, a new light switch may be needed.
- See also:
To Order Replacement Bulbs:
The replacement light bulb needed varies by model and serial number. Contact a Factory Certified Parts Distributor to order parts. Light bulbs are not available for purchase online.
Use the table to determine which bulb to use:
| Unit | Upper Compartment Bulb Part Number (# of bulbs) | Upper Drawer Bulb Part Number (# of bulbs) | Lower Drawer Bulb Part Number (# of bulbs) |
| 700TC(I)/TF(I)/TR Prior to Serial (PTS) 1755730 | 7021080 (4) | 7016030 (1) | 7016030 (1) |
| 700BR/BF(I) PTS 1755730 | (0) | 7016030 (1) | 7016030 (1) |
| 700TCI/TR/TF(I)-2, -3 PTS 3151471 | 7014658 (4) | 7014674 (1) | 7014674 (1) |
| 700TC/TR/TF(I)-2, -3 Starting with Serial (SWS) 3151471 | 7006999 (4) | 7019206 (1) | 7019206 (1) |
| 700BR/BF(I)/BC(I)-2, -3 PTS 3151471 | (0) | 7014674 (1) | 7014674 (1) |
| 700BR/BF(I)/BC(I)-2, -3 SWS 3151471 | (0) | 7019206 (1) | 7019206 (1) |
| 736TR/TC(I)/TF(I) PTS 2974500 | 7014658 (4) | 7014674 (1) | 7014674 (1) |
| 736TR/TC(I)/TF(I) SWS 2974500 | 7006999 (4) | 7019206 (1) | 7019206 (1) |
Bulb Specification Information:
| Type of Bulb | Part # | Bulb Details |
| Halogen | 7021080* | Bulb type: T3, 1/4 Halogen Lamp |
| 7016030 | Bulb type: T3, Halogen Base: G4 Wattage: 20W Voltage: 12V | |
| Standard 40W | 7014658 | |
| 25W Clear | 7014674, 7019206 | Bulb type: GE: T7, SYLVANIA: 25T8N |
| Blue glass lamp | 7006999 |
Refer to the product Use and Care Guide for further information.
To Replace the Light Bulbs:
- Place hands under the light shield and release the two clips on the back.
- Lift up and slide back slowly until the key slots on the side of the light shield drop past the mounting studs in the side walls.
- Remove the light shield. The bulbs are now accessible.
- Replace the bulbs and reposition the light shield.
Each drawer compartment has a standard 25-watt appliance bulb recessed into the top of the compartment. Drawer lighting uses a standard 25-watt appliance bulb recessed into the top of the compartment. To replace the light bulb:
- Pull the drawer out to its full extension or remove the drawer completely.
- Replace the bulb and follow the reverse steps to install the drawer.
Crisper drawer lighting for model IC-27R is found behind the upper crisper drawer and mounted to the back wall of the refrigerator. To remove the light shield:
- Remove the crisper drawer.
- Remove the upper crisper shelf.
- Place both hands under the bottom right and left sides of the light shield and push upward.
Replacing the halogen light bulb in early model 700 Tall units, prior to serial (PTS) 1755730, required removing the control panel.
- Hold the edges of the control panel and pull down. Two tabs on each corner will release, enabling the panel to drop down.
- Using a soft cloth or wearing protective gloves, hold the bulb firmly and pull straight up.
- Reverse steps to replace the control panel.
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