Electrolux - Gibson Gibson Freezer Switch: Common Issues and Solutions for Your Refrigerator

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OCCURRENCE

SOLUTION

 

OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS

 

 

 

 

 

Door(s) will not close.

Door is not designed to swing shut automatically. Close door securely.

 

 

 

 

 

Door was closed too hard, causing other door to open slightly. Close both doors gently.

 

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Be sure floor is level and solid

 

 

and can adequately support refrigerator. Adjust levelers or rollers (some models) as needed.

 

 

 

 

 

Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Be sure floor is level

 

 

and can adequately support refrigerator. Contact carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor.

 

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator is touching the wall or cabinets. Be sure floor is level and can adequately support

 

 

refrigerator. Contact carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor.

 

 

 

 

Drawers are difficult to move.

Food is touching shelf on top of drawer. Keep less food in drawer.

 

 

 

 

 

Track that drawers slides on is dirty. Clean drawer and track.

 

LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

Light bulb is burned out. See "Replacing the Light Bulb" in Care and Cleaning.

 

 

 

 

 

Light switch is stuck. Light switch is located on the ceiling of the refrigerator compartment near

 

 

the temperature control box. Push in light switch to release.

 

 

 

 

 

No electric current is reaching refrigerator. See Occurrence section RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR.

Normal Operating

Sounds

AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER * Occasionally you will hear ice cubes dropping into the ice bin.

COLD CONTROL & DEFROST TIMER These parts can produce a snapping sound when turning the refrigerator on or off. The timer also produces sounds similar to an electric clock.

COMPRESSOR

Modern, high efficiency compressors operate much faster than older models. The compressor may have a high- pitched hum or pulsating sound.

* On models equipped with an Automatic Ice Maker.

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EVAPORATOR FAN

You may hear air being forced through the cabinet by the fan.

EVAPORATOR

The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound.

DEFROST HEATER

During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a popping sound may occur.

WATER VALVE *

When the ice maker fills with water, you will hear a buzzing sound and water running.

INSULATION

Rigid foam insulation has excellent insulating capabilities. It is very energy efficient; however, it does have a tendency to amplify sound.

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Contents 218972302 Contents Product RegistrationImportant Safety Instructions First Steps Connecting Ice Maker to Water Supply Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will NeedSetting the Controls Energy Saving IdeasShelf Adjustment Fresh Food StorageDoor Storage CrispersCare and Cleaning InsideOutside Replacing the Light BulbAutomatic Ice Maker Door Reversal Instructions Refrigerator Door Bearing Plug Refrigerator Toe Grille Assembly Instructions Avoid Service Checklist Occurrence SolutionOccurrencesolution Normal Operating Sounds OPENING/CLOSING of DOORS/DRAWERSGibson Refrigerator Platinum Advantage Warranty Service Information Canada Electrolux Parts and ServiceRefrigerator Warranty Canada Do not Print This page to be Left Intentionally Blank

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