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RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR
OCCURRENCE
Refrigerator compressor does not run.
SOLUTION
Avoid Service Checklist
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 appliance.
Freezer control is off. Set freezer control. See Setting the Controls.
Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting refrigerator. The defrost
cycle occurs periodically, lasting about 20 minutes.
Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Check and/or replace fuse with a 15 amp time-
delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker.
Power outage. Check house lights. Call local electric company.
Room or outside weather is hot. It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions.
Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. It takes about 8-12 hours for the
refrigerator to cool down completely.
Automatic ice maker is operating. Ice maker operation causes refrigerator to run slightly more.
Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more.
Open doors less often.
Refrigerator or freezer door may be slightly open. Make sure refrigerator is level. Keep food and
containers from blocking door. See Occurrence section OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS.
Refrigerator control (found in refrigerator section) is set too cold. Set refrigerator control to a warmer
setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty, worn, cracked, or poorly fitted. Clean or change gasket. Leaks
in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures.
Thermostat is keeping refrigerator at a constant temperature. This is normal. Refrigerator goes on and
off to keep temperature constant.
Freezer control is set too cold. Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer temperature is
satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Then, if refrigerator temperature is not
right, set refrigerator control to a colder setting.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for
temperatures to stabilize.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. See solution above.
Meat should be stored at a temperature just below the freezing point of water (32°F, 0°C) for
maximum fresh storage time. It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the moisture content of meat.
Chilled Air Control set too cold. Adjust Chilled Air Control to a lower setting.
Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Warm air enters refrigerator whenever door is opened.
Open door less often.
Door is open slightly. See Occurrence section OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS.
Condenser is dirty. Clean condenser. See "Outside" in Care and Cleaning.
Refrigerator runs too much or too
long.
Refrigerator compressor goes on and
off frequently.
Temperature in freezer is too cold and
refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory.
Temperature in refrigerator is too cold
and freezer temperature is satisfactory.
Food stored in drawers freezes.
Food stored in Meat Keeper (some
models) freezes.
Temperature in freezer or
refrigerator is too warm.
TEMPERATURES ARE TOO COLD
TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM