G. TROUBLESHOOTING THE REFRIGERATOR - ELECTRIC
SYMPTOMCAUSE
NOTE: It will be noted in this guide that several causes can be responsible for one effect. The real cause or causes should be determined by the process of elimination, investigating each possible cause, star- ting at the top of the guide and proceeding to the bottom.
Inadequate ventilation
Refrigerator not level
Defective heater, wrong voltage or type
Voltage not constant
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Electric connections loose
Heater not inserted correctly in its pocket
Improper food storage
Thermostat incorrectly used
H- Improper storage of liquid and moist foods-
HLeaky cabinet seals
Infrequent cleaning of food compartment
HRefrigerator shut off with closed door
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