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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 

 

 

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.   

 

Refrigerator does not operate. 

 

 

Not plugged in. 

 

The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse. 

 

The refrigerator temperature control is set at “OFF”. 

Refrigerator is not cold enough  

 

Check to be sure the temperature control setting is at “NORMAL”.

 

 

External environment may require a higher setting. 

 

 

The door is opened too often or not closed completely.

 

 

The door gasket does not seal properly.

 

 

The refrigerator does not have the correct clearances.

 

            

Compressor turns on and off frequently 

 

The room temperature is hotter than normal.

 

 

A large amount of contents has been added to the refrigerator. 

 

 

The door is opened too often or not closed completely.

 

 

The door gasket does not seal properly.

 

 

The temperature control is not set properly.

 

 

The refrigerator does not have the correct clearances.

 

 

Vibrations 

 

Check to assure that the refrigerator is level.

 

The refrigerator seems to make too much noise 

 

The rattling 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 you 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 installed.

 

 

The gasket is dirty.

 

 

The shelves are out of position.

 

 

 

 
 

Instructions for Use 

Summary of Contents for FFAR2L

Page 1: ...FELIX STORCH INC SUMMIT APPLIANCE DIVISION INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR MODEL FFAR2L SL ALL REFRIGERATOR ...

Page 2: ...he appliance is sufficiently ventilated adequate air circulation behind the appliance Set thermostat from higher to lower settings as soon as possible depending on how loaded the appliance is the ambient temperature etc The coils on the rear of the refrigerator should be cleaned and free of dust or any other impurities Ice and frost layer increase energy consumption so do clean the appliance as so...

Page 3: ...ECTION OF THE DOOR OPENING SWING If you find the direction of opening the door on your appliance inconvenient you can change it Holes on the opposite side have already been prepared in the factory Instructions for Use ...

Page 4: ... to OFF unplug the refrigerator and remove the contents Wash the inside with a warm and baking soda solution The solution should be about 2 tablespoons to a quart of water Wash the shelves and or trays with a mild detergent solution The outside of the refrigerator should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water Dry the water collection tray located above the compressor in the back of the unit...

Page 5: ...ly The room temperature is hotter than normal A large amount of contents has been added to the refrigerator The door is opened too often or not closed completely The door gasket does not seal properly The temperature control is not set properly The refrigerator does not have the correct clearances Vibrations Check to assure that the refrigerator is level The refrigerator seems to make too much noi...

Page 6: ...esired position If the refrigerator is not being used for long periods of time disconnect the plug and leave the door partially open This will help to reduce mold mildew from accumulating inside the refrigerator cabinet Before Calling for Service Check the plug and fuse Test the outlet with a lamp Be sure the control is not set to OFF Read the manual especially the items under the Use and Care sec...

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