Balay 3KF4960B: Which control board fits?
This analysis was prepared with AI assistance using device details and researched sources. Despite careful preparation, some information may be incomplete or incorrect. Method and limitations
The specific problem
Which control board fits?
The issue is identifying a suitable replacement electronic module or control board for a Balay 3KF4960B refrigerator. The base model number alone is not enough to guarantee the correct board, because this model appears with several E-Nr variants.
Compatibility answer
Balay’s official checker rejects control module 00491661 for 3KF4960B/01, /03 and /04. It is therefore no longer recommended as a purchase option. The correct board remains open pending the full E-Nr. and a fault diagnosis.
When professional service is needed
Replacing a control board involves mains electricity and prior diagnosis. It does not require opening the refrigeration circuit, but it should not be done without unplugging the appliance and confirming that the fault does not come from another component.
- Mains voltage 230/120 V depending on country.
- Risk of electric shock when handling internal electronics.
- Risk of damaging the new board if another component is short-circuited, there is moisture, or the compressor, fan or probe is faulty.
- Sharp edges and fragile connectors in refrigerator panels.
Because the repair involves mains-voltage electronics and diagnosis of connected components, a qualified appliance technician is recommended, especially if there is a burnt smell, melted wiring, tripped breaker/RCD, or moisture near the electronics.
How to verify compatibility
Balay lists 00491661 as a control module replacing 00492227, but its checker rejects it for the individually tested 3KF4960B/01, /03 and /04 versions. Other references 00494761, 5700009442 and KAKGU440 remain unconfirmed merchant leads. Have service staff verify the complete E-Nr. and installed version; do not order a board from the base model alone.
Check a spare part number before you buy
Electronic module / board for Balay 3KF4960B refrigerator
Alternative numbers: 00494761, 5700009442, KAKGU440
Important cautions
- Do not rely on “3KF4960B” alone; confirm the full E-Nr suffix from the rating plate.
- Do not buy a used or refurbished board without confirming reference, return policy and original fault cause.
- Mains-voltage electronics can cause electric shock; the appliance must be unplugged before opening.
- If there is burning smell, melted wiring, RCD trips or moisture on electronics, use a qualified technician.
Check purchase sources
Changing the language does not change the original search market. Recheck merchant offers and compatibility.
Basis for this answer
- Detected appliance
- Balay 3KF4960B
- Detection confidence
- 86%
- Original search market
- Worldwide
Changing the language does not change the original search market. Recheck merchant offers and compatibility.
What the source check establishes
On 9 September 2026, /01, /03 and /04 were checked separately against 00491661. Balay reported no compatibility for all three. This is evidence against that purchase option, not confirmation of another board.
