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TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION
Problem
Solution
When your appliance is
not operating
Check that the power cord is plugged into the power outlet properly and
that the outlet is switched ‘ON’.
Try running another appliance from the power outlet. If no power is com-
ing from the outlet you may have blown a fuse or tripped a circuit of your
household power supply.
Try adjusting the temperature control to a slightly “colder” position.
It is normal for the freezer fan NOT to operate during the automatic de-
frost cycle, or for a short time after the refrigerator is switched on.
When there is refrigera-
tor noise
Modern refrigerators/freezers with increased storage capacity use high
speed compressors. These can provide a seemingly high level of sound
which is quite normal. Normal operational sounds include:
• Occasional gurgling, similar to water boiling.
• Air
fl ow noise (air circulates because of a small fan).
• A popping noise heard during automatic defrost.
• A clicking noise heard just before the compressor starts (this is merely
the automatic switching action of the temperature control, turning the
compressor on or off).
Other strange sounds may mean that you need to check and take action.
For example, noises may mean that:
• The cabinet is not level.
• The
fl oor is uneven or weak.
• Bottles are badly placed and rattling.
• There are vibrations from an object on top of or behind or beside the
refrigerator.
• The back of the refrigerator cabinet is touching the wall.
Remember it is quite normal for noise to
seem louder just after the refrigerator starts
operating.
If there are odours
inside the refrigerator
The interior may need cleaning.
Some foods produce odours.
Some containers and wrapping can cause odours.
Ask yourself if the odour started about the same time you started storing
something unusual.
If you think something may be wrong with
your refrigerator, you can carry out some
easy checks before calling for service. You
may locate the problem, sparing yourself
from inconvenience and saving time and
money.
CAUTION
The glass shelves weigh approxi-
mately 3kg each. Hold fi rmly when
removing from the cabinet or when
carrying.
