Kenmore 44133 Freezer User Manual


 
PROBLEM 1 CAUSE 1 CORRECTION
SOUND AND NOISE (Cont.)
Bubbling or gurgling sound, * Refrigerant (used to cool freezer is * This is normal.
circulating throughout the system.
Vibrating or rattling noise. * Freezer is not level. It rocks on the * Level the freezer. Refer to "LEVELING" in the "FIRST
floor when it is moved slightly. STEPS" section.
Floor is uneven or weak. * Ensure floor can adequately support freezer. Level
the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part
of the freezer.
Freezer is touching the wall. * Re-level freezer or move freezer slightly. Refer to
"LEVELING" in the "FIRST STEPS" section.
This is normal.
WATER / MOISTURE / FROST INSIDE FREEZER
Moisture forms on inside * Weather is hot and humid, which
freezer walls, increases internal rate of frost build-
up.
Door is slightly open.
Door is kept open too long or is
opened too frequently.
WATER / MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE FREEZER
Moisture forms on outside * Door may not be seating properly,
freezer walls, causing the cold air from inside the
freezer to meet warm moist air from
outside.
* See "DOOR PROBLEMS".
* Open the door less often.
* See "DOOR PROBLEMS".
ODOR IN FREEZER
Odors in freezer. * Interior needs to be cleaned.
* Foods with strong odors are in the
freezer.
* Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking
soda. Replace air filter.
* Cover the food tightly.
DOOR PROBLEMS
Door will not close. * Freezer is not level. It rocks on the * This condition can force the cabinet out of square and
floor when it is moved slightly, misalign the door. Refer to "LEVELING" in the
"FIRST STEPS" section.
Floor is uneven or weak. * Ensure floor can adequately support freezer. Level
the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under part
of the freezer.
LIGHTING PROBLEMS
Light bulb is not on. * The fluorescent lamp or light bulb is * Follow directions under "INTERIOR LIGHTING" or
burned out. "MID LEVEL LIGHTING" in the "FREEZER
FEATURES" section.
No electric current is reaching the * See "FREEZER DOES NOT RUN".
freezer.
Ice maker is not working. * Ensure the wire signal arm is not in the UP position
AUTOMA TIC ICE MAKER
Automatic ice maker not
working.
* Water supply is turned off.
* Water pressure is too low.
* The freezer is not cold enough.
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