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PROBLEM
REFRIGERATOR
DOES NOT OPERATE
MOTOR OPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS
STARTS &
STOPS FREQUENTLY
VIBRATION OR
RATTLING
HOT AIR FROM
BOTTOM OF
REFRIGERATOR
DOOR NOT CLOSING
PROPERLY
POSSIBLE CAUSE
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May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.
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Temperature control in OFF position.
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If interior
is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
.
is secure and the refrigerator
to operate,
a
or a
appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or
burned out fuse.
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Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer compartment
require more operating time.
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Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires 24 hours
to completely cool down.
. Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.
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Hot weather—frequent door openings.
. Door left open.
. Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use
of
CONTROLS.
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Grille and condenser need cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning page.
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Check ENERGY-SAVING TIPS.
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Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
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If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor and front
roller screws or front leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven. Refer to
ROLLERS section on Installation Requirements page.
If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.
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Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be
expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor at these
normal and safe operating temperatures. Your floor covering supplier should be
consulted if you object to this discoloration.
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Door gasket on hinge side sticking 0
1
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folding over. To correct, put a small amount of
petroleum jelly on face of gasket.
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