10
Problems with Your Refrigerator?
You can easily solve many common problems with your refrigerator, saving you
the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can
correct the problem before calling the service provider.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Possible
Cause
Unit does not operate.
Not plugged in.
The circuit breaker has tripped or the fuse
has blown.
The unit's temperature control is set at
Off
.
Turns on and off frequently.
Room temperature is warmer than usual.
A large amount of food has been added to
the unit.
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.
Vibrations
Check to be sure the unit is level.
The unit seems to be making too
much noise.
A rattling noise may come from the flow of
refrigerant, which is normal.
As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant
in your unit.
Contraction and expansion of the inside
walls may cause popping and crackling
noises.
The unit is not level.
The door will not close properly.
The unit is not level.
The door was reversed and not properly
re-installed.
The gasket is dirty or bent.
The shelves or the crisper are out of
position.
