Oster OSDR325B1 Refrigerator User Manual


 
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
You can solve many common refrigerator 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 for
service.
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Refrigerator does not operate.
- Not plugged in.
- The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
Compressor turns on and o frequently. - The room temperature is hotter than normal.
- A large amount of food has been added to the
refrigerator.
- 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 does not have the correct
clearances.
- The refrigerator has recently been disconnected
for a period of time. 4 hours are required for the
refrigerator to cool down completely.
Temperature inside the refrigerator is too warm. - Temperature control is set too warm. Turn the
control to a cooler setting and allow several hours
for the temperature to stabilize.
- Door is kept open too long or is opened too
frequently. Warm air enters the refrigerator every
time the door is opened. Open the door less
often.
- The door is not closed completely.
- The door gasket does not seal properly.
- A large amount of warm or hot food might have
been stored recently. Wait until the refrigerator
has had a chance to reach its selected
temperature.
- The refrigerator has recently been disconnected
for a period of time. 4 hours are required for the
refrigerator to cool down completely.
Temperature inside the refrigerator is too cold. - Temperature control is set too cold. Turn the
control to a warmer setting and allow several
hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Temperature of external refrigerator surface is
warm.
- The exterior refrigerator walls can be as much as
30
ο
F warmer than room temperature. This is
normal while the compressor works to transfer
heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet.
Popping or cracking sound when compressor
comes on.
- Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction,
as in hot water pipes. This is normal. Sound will
level o or disappear as refrigerator continues to
run.
Bubbling or gurgling sound, like water boiling. - Refrigerant (used to cool refrigerator) is
circulating throughout the system. This is normal.
Vibrations. - Check to assure that the refrigerator is on a level
surface.
- Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator rocks on
the oor when it is moved slightly. Be sure oor
can adequately support refrigerator. Level the