21
Common
Occurrences Before callin
g
for service, review this list. It ma
y
save
y
ou time and
expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of
defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
Refrigerator does not run. • Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-dela
y
fuse. Reset circuit
breaker.
• The temperature control is turned to OFF.
• Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes and c heck again.
Freezer temperature too cold.
Refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory. • Set freezer control to a warmer settin
g
until freezer temperature is
satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Refrigerator temperature too cold.
Freezer temperature is
satisfactory. • Set refri
g
erator control to a warmer settin
g
. Allow 24 hours for
temperature to stabilize. Then check freezer temperatures and ad
j
ust
as needed.
* Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates.• The cabinet is not level.
• Floor is weak.
Odors in refrigerator. • Interior needs to be cleaned.
• Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped.
Cabinet light not working. • Replace light bulb.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
• Li
g
ht switch ma
y
be stuck. Push in li
g
ht switch, located on the
refrigerator control box, to release.
Automatic ice maker not working.
(some models) • Ensure the Wire Signal Arm is not in UP position.
• Ice maker should produce 4 to 5 pounds of ice in a 24 hour period.
• Water supply is turned off.
• Water pressure is too low.
• The freezer is not cold enough.