Avanti VM183W Problems With Your Freezer ?, Troubleshooting Guide, Possible Cause

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR FREEZER ?

You can solve many common freezer 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 service.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM		POSSIBLE CAUSE
Freezer does not operate.	Not plugged in.
	The circuit breaker tripped or blown fuse.
	The freezer temperature control is set at "OFF".
Compressor turns on and off frequently.	The room temperature is hotter than normal.
	A large amount of food has been added to the
	freezer.
	The door is open too often.
	The door is not closed completely.
	The temperature control is not set correctly.
	The door gasket does not seal properly.
	The freezer does not have the correct clearances.
Vibrations.	Check to assure that the freezer is level.
The freezer 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
	freezer.
	Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may
	cause popping and crackling noises.
	The freezer is not level.
The door will not close properly.	The freezer is not level.
	The door is reversed and not properly installed.
	The gasket is dirty.
	The baskets are out of position.
The Alert indicating light is lit red.	The freezer compartment is not cold enough and
	the storage temperature is 6°C higher than the
	setting temperature, please check the following :
	?	The appliance is energized a short time at the
		first time.
	?	The temperature control is not set correctly.
	?	The door is open too long	or	too often.
	?	A large amount of food has been added to the
		freezer.

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