Kenmore 183.136013 Freezer User Manual


 
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
SOUND AND NOISE
Popping or cracking Metal parts undergoexpansion This is normal.Soundwill level off or disappear as
sound when compressor and contraction,as in hot freezer continuesto run.
comes on. water pipes.
Bubbling or gurgling Refrigerant(used to cool • This isnormal.
sound, like boiling water, freezer) is circulating
throughoutthe system.
Vibrating or rattling noise. Flooris unevenor weak. Ensure floorcan adequately supportfreezer. Level
Freezer rockson floorwhen it the freezer by puttingwood or metal shimsunder
is moved slightly, part of the freezer.
Freezer istouchingthe wall. Move freezer slightlyaway from the wall.
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE FREEZER
Moisture forms on inside Weather is hot and humid,
freezer walls, which increases internalrate of
frost build-up.
Door may not be seating
properly.
Door is kept open too long, or
is opened too fi'equently.
This is normal.
See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section of this Trouble
Shooting Guide.
Open the door less often.
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE FREEZER
Moisture forms on outside
of freezer,
Door may not be seating
properly, causingthe cold air
from inside the freezer to meet
warm moistair from outside.
See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section of thisTrouble
Shooting Guide.
ODORINFREEZER
Odor in freezer.
Interiorneeds to be cleaned.
Foods with strong odors are in
freezer.
Clean interiorwith sponge, warm water, and baking
soda.
Cover the food tightly.
DOORPROBLEMS
Door will not close.
Floor is uneven or weak. Level the floor by usingwood or metal shimsunder
Freezer rocks on floorwhen it the freezer or brace floor supporting the freezer.
is moved slightly.
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