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TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
SOLUTION
Refrigerator does
not run
The refrigerator is
unplugged.
Plug refrigerator into a grounded
3 prong outlet.
The circuit breaker is
tripped or turned off /
Fuse is blown.
Reset / Turn on circuit breaker or
replace fuse
The temperature control
is in the “0” position.
Turn the temperature control to
a setting between 1 and 5.
The compressor has
cycled off.
Wait 30 to 40 minutes to see
whether the compressor will
start.
Compressor runs
too frequently
The temperature is hot
and/or humid.
This may be normal to maintain
constant temperature during
high temperature and humid
days.
The door is ajar.
Completely close the door.
Adjust leveling legs. The
refrigerator door will close easier
when the front of the refrigerator
is raised slightly. See “Level
Refrigerator.”
The door gasket is not
sealing properly.
Clean the door gasket. See
“Cleaning.”
Frequent or prolonged
door openings.
Limit door openings to maintain
the internal temperature.
The door is blocked
open.
Rearrange or remove items
that are blocking the door from
closing completely.
Door does not
close
Refrigerator is not level
or door is not aligned.
Level refrigerator or align the
door. The refrigerator door will
close easier when the front of
the refrigerator is raised slightly.
See “Level Refrigerator.”
The door is blocked
open.
Rearrange or remove items
that are blocking the door from
closing completely.
Food temperature
is too warm
The door is opened
frequently.
Limit door openings.
A large load of food was
recently added.
Allow time for recently added
warm food to cool.
The door is not sealing
properly.
Clean door gasket. See
“Cleaning.”
The control is not
set to a cold enough
temperature.
Adjust the temperature control
to a colder setting.
