Electrolux Refrigerator manual Solutions To Common Problems, Troubleshooting

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Solutions To Common Problems 21

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before calling for s ervice, review this lis t. It m ay s ave you tim e and expens e. This lis t

includes com m on occurrences that are not the res ult of defective workm ans hip or

GUIDE

m aterials in this refrigerator.

 

 

 

 

 

PROBLEM

 

CAUSE

 

CORRECTION

 

 

 

 

REFRIGERATOR OPERATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator does not run. *

Refrigerator is plugged into a

*

Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the

 

 

circuit that has a ground fault

 

outlet, have it checked by a certified technician.

 

 

interrupt.

 

 

 

* Temperature control is in the

* See "SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL"

 

 

"OFF" position.

 

section.

 

*

Refrigerator may not be plugged

*

Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.

 

 

in, or plug may be loose.

 

 

 

*

House fuse blown or tripped

*

Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay fuse.

 

 

circuit breaker.

 

Reset circuit breaker.

 

*

Power outage .

*

Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.

Refrigerator runs too

*

Room or outside weather is hot.

*

It's normal for the refrigerator to work harder under

much or too long.

 

 

 

these conditions.

 

*

Refrigerator has recently been

*

It takes 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down

 

 

disconnected for a period of time .

 

completely.

*Large amount of warm or hot * Warm food will cause refrigerator to run more until

food have been stored recently.

the desired temperature is reached.

*Door is opened too frequently or * Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run

 

 

kept open too long .

 

more . Open the door less often .

 

* Refrigerator door may be slightly

* See "DOOR PROBLEMS".

 

 

open .

 

 

 

*

Temperature control is set too

*

Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow

 

 

low .

 

several hours for the temperature to stabilize.

 

*

Refrigerator gaskets are dirty,

*

Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal

 

 

worn, cracked or poorly fitted.

 

will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to

 

 

 

 

maintain desired temperature.

Interior refrigerator

*

Temperature control is set too

*

Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow

temperature is too cold .

 

low .

 

several hours for the temperature to stabilize.

Interior refrigerator

*

Temperature control is set too

*

Turn control knob to a colder setting. Allow several

temperature is too warm.

 

warm.

 

hours for the temperature to stabilize.

*Door is opened too frequently or * Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run

 

 

kept open too long .

 

more . Open the door less often .

 

* Refrigerator door may be slightly

* See "DOOR PROBLEMS".

 

 

open .

 

 

 

*

Large amount of warm or hot

*

Wait until the refrigerator has had a chance to

 

 

food have been stored recently.

 

reach its selected temperature.

 

*

Refrigerator has recently been

*

Refrigerator requires 24 hours to cool down

 

 

disconnected for a period of time .

 

completely.

Refrigerator external

*

The external refrigerator walls

*

This is normal while the compressor works to

surface temperature is

 

can be as much as 30ºF warmer

 

transfer heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet.

warm.

 

than room temperature .

 

 

SOUND AND NOISE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Louder sound levels

*

Modern refrigerators have

*

This is normal. When the surrounding noise level

whenever refrigerator is

 

increased storage capacity and

 

is low, you might hear the compressor running

on.

 

more stable temperatures. They

 

while it cools the interior.

 

 

require heavy duty compressors.

 

 

Louder sound levels

*

Refrigerator operates at higher

*

This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as

when compressor comes

 

pressures during the start of the

 

refrigerator continues to run.

on.

 

ON cycle.

 

 

Popping or cracking

*

Metal parts undergo expansion

*

This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as

sound when compressor

 

and contraction, as in hot water

 

refrigerator continues to run.

comes on.

 

pipes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Use & Care Guide Please Read and Save this Guide Finding InformationMake a Record for Quick Reference QUESTIONS?Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions SafetyGeneral Safety Child SafetyOther Precautions Electrical InformationExtension Cord or AN Adapter Plug Understanding Features and Terms Feature OverviewInstallation InstallationDoor Opening LevelingLeveling Instructions for ALL Refrigerator / Freezer Pair To Level RefrigeratorElectronic Temperature Control Setting the Temperature ControlsDoor Removal Cool Down PeriodRefrigerator Features Interior LightingMID Level Lighting Storage To Adjust the ShelvesSmooth Glide Deli Drawer Spill Safe SLIDE-OUT Glass ShelvingSmooth Glide Crispers with Adjustable Dividers Refrigerators FeaturesAdjustable Door Bins Humidity ControlTall Bottle Retainer / BIN Snugger Full Width Gallon BINAIR Filter Water FilterTo Replace the AIR Filter To Replace Water Filter To Install Water FilterOrdering Replacement FIlters Storing Food & Saving Energy Ideas for Storing FoodsEnergy Saving Ideas Vacation and Moving Tips Care & CleaningCare and Cleaning Chart Care & CleaningConsumer Warranty InformationTroubleshooting Solutions To Common ProblemsProblem Cause Correction E e z e r Finding Information Table of Contents Safety Other Precautions AIR Filter ICE Maker AIR Diffuser Leveling Door OpeningLeveling Instructions For All Refrigerator / Freezer Pair To Level FreezerElectronic Temperature Control Ice Maker InstallationDoor Removal Cool Down PeriodMid Level Lighting Freezer FeaturesTo Adjust The Shelves Smooth Glide Crispers With Adjustable DividersSpill Safe Slide-out Glass Shelving To Replace The Air Filter Tilt Out ShelfStoring Food & Saving Energy Power Failure / Freezer Failure ICE Service Ice ServiceTurning Your Ice Maker On Turning Your Ice Maker OffIce Maker Tips Care and CleaningCare And Cleaning Chart Freezer Warranty Your freezer is protected by this warranty Solutions To Common Problems Water / Moisture / Frost Inside Freezer

Refrigerator specifications

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