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Solutions To Common Problems
Refrigerator does not
run.
Refrigerator runs too
much or too long.
Interior refrigerator
temperature is too cold.
Interior refrigerator
temperature is too
warm.
“LO” is displayed on
control.
“E7”, “E8”, “E9” is
displayed on control.
“Sb” is displayed on
control.
Louder sound levels
whenever refrigerator is
on.
Louder sound levels
when compressor
comes on.
Popping or cracking
sound when
compressor comes on.
* Refrigerator is plugged into a circuit
that has a ground fault interrupt.
* Temperature control set to “OFF”.
* Refrigerator may not be plugged in, or
plug may be loose.
* House fuse blown or tripped circuit
breaker.
* Power outage.
* Room or outside weather is hot.
* Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of time.
* Large amount of warm or hot food
have been stored recently.
* Door is opened too frequently or kept
open too long.
* Door may be slightly open
* Temperature control is set too low.
* Refrigerator gaskets are dirty, worn,
cracked or poorly fi tted.
* Temperature control is set too low.
*Temperature control is set too
warm.
* Door is opened too frequently or kept
open too long.
* Door may be slightly open.
* Large amount of warm or hot food
have been stored recently.
* Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of time.
* Control has been locked.
* The control has registered an error
code.
* The control is in Sabbath Mode.
* Modern refrigerators have increased
storage capacity and more stable
temperatures. They require heavy
duty compressors.
* Refrigerator operates at higher
pressures during the start of the
ON cycle.
* Metal parts undergo expansion and
contraction, as in hot water pipes.
* Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet, have
it checked by a certifi ed technician.
* See “SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL” section.
* Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
* Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay fuse. Reset
circuit breaker.
* Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.
* Room or outside weather is hot.
* Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period
of time.
* Large amount of warm or hot food have been stored
recently.
* Door is opened too frequently or kept open too long.
* Make sure refrigerator door is completely closed.
* Temperature control is set too low.
* Refrigerator gaskets are dirty, worn, cracked or poorly
fi tted.
* Set control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the
temperature to stabilize.
* Set control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the
temperature to stabilize.
* Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more.
Open the door less often.
* See “DOOR PROBLEMS”.
* Wait until the refrigerator has had a chance to reach its
selected temperature.
* Refrigerator requires 24 hours to cool down completely.
*
Press the CONTROL LOCK key for three seconds to unlock.
* For toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada:
1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287)
* Pressing the CONTROL LOCK and TEMP MODE keys to
exit Sabbath Mode.
This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,
you might hear the compressor running while it cools the
interior.
* This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
refrigerator continues to run.
* This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
refrigerator continues to run.
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common
occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this refrigerator.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem Cause Correction
Refrigerator Operation
Sound And Noise