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TROUBLESHOOTING
You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily, saving the you cost of a possible service call. Try the
suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling for service.
Problem
Possible Causes
Unit does not
operate.
Not plugged in. Check the connection to the outlet.
Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
Compressor
turns on and off
frequently.
Room temperature is warmer than normal.
A large amount of food has been recently added to the refrigerator or freezer.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The unit does not have the correct clearances.
Unit vibrates.
Check to make sure the unit is level. Use the leveling legs to adjust as needed.
The unit makes
too much noise.
It is normal to hear a rattling noise from the refrigerant flowing through the cooling system.
It is normal to hear the refrigerant gurgling at the end of a cooling cycle.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls of the unit may cause a crackling or popping noise.
Check to make sure the unit is level. Use the leveling legs to adjust as needed.
The door(s)
will not close
properly.
The drawers are not in the proper position.
The gasket is dirty.
Check to make sure the unit is level. Use the leveling legs to adjust as needed.
