PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR ?
You can solve many common unit 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 the servicer.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE |
Unit does not operate. | Not plugged in. |
| The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse. |
| The unit temperature control is set at “OFF” |
| position. |
Turns on and off frequently. | The room temperature is hotter than normal. |
| A large amount of food has been added to the |
| unit. |
| 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 unit does not have the correct clearances. |
Vibrations. | Check to assure that the unit is level. |
The unit seems to make too much noise. | The rattling noise may come from the flow of the |
| refrigerant, which is normal. |
| As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling |
| sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in your |
| unit. |
| Contraction and expansion of the inside walls |
| may cause popping and crackling noises. |
| The unit is not level. |
The door will not close properly. | The unit is not level. |
| The door was reversed and not properly installed. |
| The gasket is dirty or bent. |
| The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of position. |
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