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TROUBLESHOOTING
You can solve a number of common problems on your own. If the refrigerator is not working properly, check
the following points before calling a service technician:
Cause
Check
The refrigerator is not cooling.
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Is the refrigerator turned on?
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Is the power supply all right?
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Did the fuses of the outlet on a circuit in which the refrigerator is
plugged fail?
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Is the power cord plug correctly inserted in the outlet?
Low effi
ciency.
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Is there enough of free space around the refrigerator?
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Is the thermostat set in correct position?
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Is the door opened too frequently or for long periods?
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Is the refrigerator exposed to direct sunlight or placed too close to heat
sources?
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Are there too many foods inside?
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Do you put in foods, which are too warm?
Noisy operation.
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Is the refrigerator in a stable and horizontal position?
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Does the refrigerator touch other objects?
The compressor does not
automatically switch off .
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Did you put in too many foods?
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Is the door opened too frequently or for long periods?
If the above mentioned tips do not solve the problem, contact the service centre immediately.
The following does not indicate a malfunction
The sound of running liquid:
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You can hear the sound of running liquid during a normal operation.
Exterior condensation:
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The condensation on the surface is a normal sign during high ambient humidity. You simply wipe off the
wet surface.
Achieving the desired temperature
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After switching on, it takes some time for the temperature in the refrigerator to drop to the desired level.
When the ambient temperature is high, the cooling takes longer time.
The surface of the compressor heats up.
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The surface of the compressor can become hot during normal operation. Do not touch it with bare hands.
