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the interior may need cleaning.
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some foods produce odours.
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some containers and wrapping can cause odours.
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ask yourself if the odour started about the same time you
started storing something unusual.
What To Do Before Calling For Service
If you think something may be wrong with your appliance, you can carry out some
easy checks before calling for service. You may locate the problem, sparing
yourself from inconvenience and saving time and money.
Problem
Solution
When there is
refrigerator or freezer
noise. . .
Normal operational sounds include:
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The refrigerant gas can create a gurgling sound as it
circulates through the system.
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Air flow noise - a small fan circulates air inside the
refrigerator.
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The compressor can rumble. This can be more intense when
the compressor starts.
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A clicking noise is the automatic switching action of the
temperature control, turning the compressor on or off.
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Sharp cracking sounds produced by expansion and
contraction of the cabinet construction materials.
If there are odours
inside the refrigerator. .
When the motor
seems to run more
than expected. . .
It is normal for the motor to operate frequently. However, to keep
operation to a minimum, check the following:
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Are doors kept open too long or too often?
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Are the controls set too cold?
Refer to 'Controlling the Temperature' on page 7.
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Has warm food just been stored?
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If the weather is hot or the room is warm, the appliance will
have to work harder.
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The appliance will run more than normal just after installation
or when power is restored after the appliance has been
turned off for a while.
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Check that the appliance has enough clearance at the sides,
back and top.
Refer to 'recommended clearances' on page 3.
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Refer to 'Controlling the Temperature' on page 7.
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The door may have been opened too frequently.
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Food containers or packaging may be holding a door open.
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Refer to 'Controlling the Temperature' on page 7.
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Increase the temperature to avoid high energy consumption.
If the temperature
in the appliance is too
warm. . .
The appliance does
not operate. . .
Check that it is properly plugged in, that the fuse has not blown
or that the circuit-breaker has not been tripped.
Try another appliance or lamp to see if the outlet has electric
current.
Turn the temperature control clockwise to the colder
temperature range.
If the temperature
in the appliance is too
cold. . .
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