19
Temperature and Moisture
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
Temperature is too
warm
The refrigerator has just been installed
Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool
completely.
Cooling is turned off
Turn cooling on. See “Using the Controls.”
The controls are not set correctly for
the surrounding conditions
Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check the temperature in 24
hours. See “Using the Control(s).”
The door(s) are opened often or not
closed completely
Allows warm air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and
keep doors fully closed.
A large load of food was recently
added
Allow several hours for refrigerator to return to normal
temperature.
Temperature is too
cold in the refrigerator/
crisper
The refrigerator air vent(s) are blocked
If the air vent located in the top, left, rear corner of the refrigerator
compartment is blocked by items placed directly in front of it, the
refrigerator will get too cold. Move items away from the air vent.
The controls are not set correctly for
the surrounding conditions
Adjust the controls a setting warmer. Check the temperature in 24
hours. See “Using the Control(s).”
The ice storage bin is not in the correct
position (on some models)
Make sure the ice storage bin is positioned so that it is not
blocking airflow.
Temperature is too
cold in the pantry
drawers (on some
models)
The control is not set correctly for the
items stored in drawer
Adjust the control setting. See “Refrigerator Features.”
There is interior
moisture buildup
NOTE:
Some moisture
buildup is normal.
The room is humid
A humid environment contributes to moisture buildup.
The door(s) are opened often or not
closed completely
Allows humid air to enter the refrigerator. Minimize door openings
and close doors completely.
The door is blocked open
Move food packages away from door.
A bin or shelf is in the way
Push bin or shelf back into the correct position.
Storing liquid in open containers
This adds humidity to the refrigerator interior. Keep all containers
tightly covered.
There is frost/ice
buildup in the freezer
compartment
The doors are opened often or left
open
Minimize door openings and keep doors fully closed.
Poor door seal
Ensure door seals are making full contact with the refrigerator
cabinet to allow for an adequate seal.
Temperature controls are not set
correctly
See “Using the Controls” for recommended temperature settings.
