SERVICE MANUAL
Model: FCM7SUHWW/FCM7DUHWW
16
Issue
2013-09-26
REV
Ref1309S003V0
Chapter 8 Trouble shooting
8-1. Normal phenomena
Problem
Possible Causes
What To Do
Freezer does not
operate or
Power-On Light is
not on
Temperature control in
OFF
or
Min
or
0
position.
Move the control to a temperature
setting.
Freezer is unplugged.
Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped.
Replace fuse or reset the breaker
Freezer
starts/stops too
frequently
Door/lid
left
open.
Check to see if package is holding
door/lid open.
Too frequent or too long to door/lid
openings.
Temperature control set too cold.
See About the operation of your freezer
Freezer operates
too long
Door/lid
left
open.
Check to see if package is holding
door/lid open.
Too frequent or too long door/lid
openings.
Temperature control set too cold.
See About the operation of your freezer
Inadequate air circulation space
around cabinet.
See Preparing to install the freezer
Fast Freeze switch is in the
ON
position (on some models)
See About the operation of your freezer
Noisy operation
or cabinet vibrates
Floor may be weak, causing
freezer to vibrate when
compressor is on.
Placing 2 X 4s (51 mm X 102 mm) under
the length of the freezer will help support
it and may reduce vibration.
Cabinet is not positioned solidly on
floor
See Preparing to install the freezer Or
use shims for uneven floor
Freezer
temperature too
warm
Door/lid
left
open.
Check to see if package is holding
door/lid open.
Too frequent or too long door/lid
openings.
