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BEFORE YOU CALL
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
FREEZER OPERATION
Freezer does not run.
• Freezer is plugged into
a circuit that has a
ground fault interrupt.
• Temperature Control is
in the OFF position.
• Freezer may not be
plugged in or plug
may be loose.
• House fuse blown or
tripped circuit breaker.
• Power outage.
• Use another circuit. If you are unsure
about the outlet, have it checked by a
qualified electrician.
• See Setting the Temperature
Control section.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15-amp time
delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker.
•
Check house lights. Call a qualified electrician.
Freezer
runs too
much or too long.
• Room or outside
weather is hot.
• Freezer has recently
been disconnected for
a period of time.
• Large amounts of warm
or hot food have been
stored recently.
• Lid is opened too fre-
quently or too long.
• Lid may be slightly open.
• Temperature control is
set too cold.
• Gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or
poorly fitted.
• It’s normal for the freezer to work longer
under these conditions.
• It takes 4 hours for the freezer to cool
down completely.
• Warm food will cause freezer to run more
until the desired temperature is reached.
• Warm air entering the freezer causes it
to run more. Open door less often.
• Ensure door is tightly closed.
• Turn temperature control knob to a
warmer setting. Allow several hours for
the temperature to stabilize.
• Clean or change gasket. Leaks in door
seal will cause freezer to run longer in
order to maintain desired temperatures.
FREEZER TEMPERATURES
Interior tempera-
ture is too cold.
• The temperature is set
too cold.
• Turn temperature control knob to a
warmer setting. Allow several hours for
the temperature to stabilize.
Interior tempera-
ture is too warm.
• Temperature Control is
set too warm.
• Lid is kept open too
long or is opened
too frequently.
• Lid may not be
seating properly.
• Large amounts of warm
or hot food may have
been stored recently.
• Freezer has recently
been disconnected for
a period of time.
• Turn temperature control knob to a colder
setting. Allow several hours for the
temperature to stabilize.
• Warm air enters the freezer every time the
lid is opened. Open the lid less often.
• See “LID PROBLEMS” section.
• Wait until the freezer has had a chance
to reach its selected temperature.
• Freezer requires 4 hours to cool
down completely.
Visit our web site at
www.frigidaire.com.
1-800-944-9044
(United States)
1-800-265-8352
(Canada)
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes com-
mon occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
