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Problems with Your Refrigerator?
You can easily solve many common refrigerator problems, 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 doors are 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 gasket is dirty or bent.
