PGI-68 Operating Guide
Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
This wine cooler has no user replaceable components. However, many common problems can be easily
solved. Try the suggestions below to resolve the problem before calling a service provider.
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Actions
Unit does not
operate
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Not plugged in
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Circuit breaker is tripped or fuse is blown
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Ensure unit is correctly plugged in
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Check circuit breaker or fuse, and reset
or replace if needed
Unit turns off and
on frequently
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The room temperature is hotter than normal
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A large number of warm bottles have been
added to the unit
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The door is opened too often
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The door is not closed completely
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The temperature control is not set correctly
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The door gasket does not seal properly
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The unit does not have the correct
clearances
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Cool the room if possible
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Avoid overloading the cooler
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Ensure door is kept closed and sealed
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Keep the door gasket clean
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Ensure nothing blocks the door from
closing completely
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Ensure temperature control is set to
the desired range
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Ensure minimum clearance space
around and below the unit is
maintained
Vibrations
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Unit is tilted slightly.
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Ensure the unit is level.
Unit makes too
much noise
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The rattling noise may come from the flow
of the refrigerant, which is normal
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As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in
your unit.
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Contraction and expansion of the inside
walls may cause popping and cracking noise
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The unit is not level
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Some noises are the natural result of
the cooling system
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Ensure unit is level
Door doesn’t
close properly
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The unit is tilted
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The door was reversed and not properly
installed
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The gasket is dirty or bent
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The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of
position
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Ensure unit is level
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Check door for proper installation
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Clean the gasket and replace if a bend
stops door from closing
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Reposition interior shelves, bins, and
baskets as needed
Ice/frost forms
inside the unit
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High humidity
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Door is not kept closed
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Door seal is faulty
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Unit is overloaded
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Frequent opening of door
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Defrost as needed
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Ensure door is fully closed
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Replace faulty door seal
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Remove excess bottles
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Keep door closed in high humidity
