Filter
Top Products
14
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER
You can solve many common refrigerator/freezer problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible
service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Refrigerator/freezer does not operate.
Not plugged in.
The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
The refrigerator/freezer temperature control is set
at “OFF” position.
Turns on and off frequently. The room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of food has been added to the
refrigerator/freezer.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The refrigerator/freezer does not have the correct
clearances.
Vibrations. Check to assure that the refrigerator/freezer is
level.
The refrigerator/freezer seems to make too much
noise.
The rattling noise may come from the flow of the
refrigerant, which is normal.
As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in your
refrigerator/freezer.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls
may cause popping and crackling noises.
The refrigerator/freezer is not level.
The door will not close properly.
The refrigerator/freezer is not level.
The door was reversed and not properly installed.
The gasket is dirty.
The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of position.