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PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR
You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible
service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the
servicer.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Refrigerator does not operate.
Not plugged in.
The appliance is turned off.
The circuit breaker has tripped or a fuse
has blown.
Refrigerator is not cold enough.
Check the temperature control setting.
External environment may require a
higher setting.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
Turns on and off frequently.
The room temperature is hotter than
normal.
A large amount of contents 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.
Vibrations
Check to be sure that the refrigerator is
level.
Refrigerator seems to make too much noise.
Some noise may come from the flow of
the refrigerant, which is normal.
As each cycle ends, you may hear
gurgling sounds caused by the flow
of refrigerant in your refrigerator.
Contraction and expansion of the inside
walls may cause popping and
crackling noises.
The refrigerator is not level.
The door will not close properly.
The refrigerator is not level.
The door was reversed and not properly
re-installed.
The gasket is dirty.
The shelves are out of position.
