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Troubleshooting continued
Issue
Possible cause
Solution
The kegerator does not
turn on.
There is a power failure.
Ensure the unit is plugged in and the power outlet has
power.
The unit is not plugged in.
Plug the unit in to a power outlet that has sufficient
amperage.
A house fuse has blown or
the circuit breaker is tripped.
Replace the broken fuse in your fuse box or reset the
breaker.
The kegerator will not
reach the desired
temperature
The unit is placed too close
to a heat source.
Keep the unit away from direct sun light or other heat
sources.
The door is opened too
frequently or for a long
period of time.
Close the door tightly and do not open the door too
frequently or for a long period of time.
The kegerator is making
strange noises
Certain sounds are normal.
Read the “Normal Sounds” section.
The unit is not level or is
touching another appliance.
Check to make sure that the kegerator is level, and that it
is not in contact with another appliance or furniture.
The body of the kegerator
is electrified.
The unit is not grounded
properly.
Contact your local electrician to test your electrical
grounding system.
Frost is forming in the
kegerator.
The environment is humid.
Though the unit uses an “auto-defrost” system, under
certain conditions, manual defrosting may be required. If
frost builds up, you can try running the kegerator on a
warmer temperature setting, minimizing the number of
times you open the door, or unplugging the unit to allow
the frost to melt.
The ambient temperature is
too low.
The door is being opened
too frequently.
The door will not shut
properly.
Your unit is not level.
Make sure the unit is on a level surface.
The door gasket is dirty.
Clean the door gasket.
The door gasket is not
installed correctly.
Make sure the door gasket is properly installed.
