The Problem Solver
Stainless Steel Refrigerator
22
Questions?
Use this
problem
solver!
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
DIVIDER BETWEEN
• Normal warmth is created by automatic energy saver system
FRESH FOOD AND
circulating warm liquid around front edge of freezer compartment to
FREEZER COMPART-
help prevent condensation on outside of refrigerator in hot, humid
MENTS FEELS WARM
weather.
MOISTURE FORMS
• Not unusual during periods of high humidity. Wipe surface dry.
ON OUTSIDE OF
REFRIGERATOR
MOISTURE
• Too frequent or too long door openings.
COLLECTS INSIDE
• In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors
are opened.
WATER ON
• The drain in the bottom of the refrigerator may be clogged. Remove
KITCHEN FLOOR
any ice on the freezer bottom and clean the drain. See Care and
OR ON BOTTOM
Cleaning.
OF FREEZER
• Cubes jammed in chute. Poke ice through with a wooden spoon.
REFRIGERATOR
• Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
HAS ODOR
• Check for spoiled food.
• Interior needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
• Defrost water system needs cleaning.
• Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every 3 months.
INTERIOR LIGHT
• No power at outlet.
DOES NOT WORK
• Light bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning.
WATER SPURTING
• Newly-installed filter cartridge. Run water from the dispenser for
FROM DISPENSER
1 minute (about a half gallon).
(on some models)
NO WATER OR ICE
• Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged. Call a plumber.
CUBE PRODUCTION
• Water filter clogged. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and
(on some models)
install plug.
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®
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