10
Troubleshooting Tips
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may not need to call for service.
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Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Refrigerator does not operate
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Move the control to a temperature
setting.
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Push the plug completely into the
outlet.
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Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
Vibration or rattling (slight vibration is
normal)
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See Leveling Legs.
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Use shims to level the refrigerator.
Motor operates for long periods or cycles
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Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to
completely cool down.
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This is normal.
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Check to see if package is holding
door open.
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This is normal.
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See About the control.
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See Clearances in Preparing to install
the refrigerator.
Refrigerator too warm
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See About the control.
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Set the temperature control one step
colder. See About the control.
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Check to see if package is holding
door open.
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This is normal for a hot wall type
condenser.
Refrigerator has odor
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Foods with strong odors should be
tightly wrapped.
Keep an open box of baking soda in
the refrigerator; replace every three
months.
Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator
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Wipe surface dry.
Moisture collects inside (in humid weather,
air carries moisture into refrigerator when
door is opened)
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Refrigerator too cold
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See About the control.
