Avoid Service Checklist
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
OCCURRENCE
APPLIANCE DOES NOT RUN
Appliance runs too much or too long.
SOLUTION
•Appliance may be in defrost cycle, and the compressor orfan will not run.
•Temperature control is in the OFF position.
•Appliance may not be plugged in or plug may be loose. Be sure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
•Fuse has blown, orcircuit breaker has tripped. Check/reset circuit breaker or replace fuse with 15 amp. time delay fuse.
•Power outage. Check lights. Call local electric company.
•Room or outside weather is hot. It is normal for the appliance to work harder under these conditions.
•Appliance had recently been disconnected for a period of time. Appliance requires 24 hours to cool down completely.
•Large amounts of warm or hot food have been stored recently. Warm food will cause the appliance to run more until the desired temperature is reached.
•Door is kept open too long or too frequently. Warm air enters the appliance every time the door is opened. Open the door less often.
Appliance door may be slightly open. See Occurrence section "Door Problems."
•Temperature control is set too cold. Turn the control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
•Appliance gasket is dirty, worn, cracked, or poorly fitted. Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause appliance to run longer in order to maintain desired temperature.
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•Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently. Warm air enters the appliance every time the door is opened. Open the door less often.
•Door may be open slightly. See Occurrence section "Door Problems."
Temperature of external appliance surface is warm.
•Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently. Wait until the appliance has had a chance to reach its selected temperature.
•Appliance has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Appliance requires 24 hours to cool down completely.
•The product internal temperature will rise during the defrost cycle.
•Appliance cabinet is warm to the touch. Appliance is operating normally, removing warm air form the inside.
