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[3] Cool down
does not start.
(compressor)
(continued)
g) Overload
1. Open.
1. Let compressor cool and overload
reset. If overload does not reset,
replace compressor. If overload
resets, check compressor
amperage and operating voltage.
2. Clogged filter or condenser
coil.
2. Clean.
3. Condenser fan not operating. 3. Replace.
4. Defective.
4. Replace.
5. Open coil windings.
5. Replace.
h) Compressor
1. Defective.
1. Replace.
[4] Cool down starts,
temperature does
not drop.
a) Location of Unit
1. Restricted air flow to
condenser or ambient
temperature too high.
1. Increase ventilation or lower
ambient temperature.
b) Cabinet Temperature too
High
1. Warm food recently placed in
cabinet area.
1. Pre-cool food product or allow
time for unit to return to normal
setpoint temperature.
2. Air flow blocked.
2. Remove blockage or redistribute
food products.
c) Setpoint
1. Incorrect.
1. Correct setpoint.
Factory defaults:
Refrigerator 36°F (2°C).
d) Door
1. Left open, opened too often.
1. Close, check for door open
at time of warm cabinet
temperature.
2. Not sealing.
2. Check for proper sealing.
e) Cabinet Thermistor
1. Defective.
1. Check thermistor reading and
position. Replace.
f) Clogged Filter Thermostat 1. Clogged filter or condenser
coil.
1. Clean filter or condenser coil.
2. Defective.
2. Replace.
g) Evaporator
1. Clogged or frozen.
1. Clean. Defrost and check defrost
cycle.
h) Evaporator Fan Motor
1. Defective.
1. Replace.
i) Defrost
1. Not enough defrosts
occurring per day.
1. See "II.D.5.b) Defrost
Frequency."
2. Defrost Thermistor.
2. Check position and ohm reading.
Reposition in evaporator. See
"IV.C. Thermistor Check."
3. Control Board.
3. Replace.
j) Control Board
1. Defective.
1. See "IV.B. Control Board Check."
k) Refrigerant/Refrigerant
Lines
1. Gas leaks.
1. Check for leaks with a leak
detector. Repair leaks.
Replace drier, evacuate and
recharge. See "V.A. Service for
Refrigerant Lines."
2. Refrigerant lines restricted.
2. Recover, repair, replace drier,
evacuate, and recharge.
l) Expansion Valve (TXV)
(not adjustable)
1. Defective.
1. Replace.
m) Electronic Unit Voltage
1. Defective.
1. Replace.
n) Compressor
1. Defective.
1. Replace.