Frigidaire FFTR1821QB, FFTR1821QS, FFTR1821QW Before You Call, Common Occurrences

BEFORE YOU CALL

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1-800-265-8352 (Canada)

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Common Occurrences	Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you
	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-delay fuse. Reset
		circuit breaker.
	•	The refrigerator/freezer control is turned to “0”
		(Mechanical controls) or “OFF” (Electronic controls).
	•	Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes
		and check again.
Freezer temperature is colder	•	Set auxiliary freezer control to a warmer setting until
than preferred. Refrigerator		freezer temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the
temperature is satisfactory.		temperature to stabilize.
Refrigerator temperature is too	•	Set refrigerator/freezer control to a warmer setting. Allow
cold. Freezer temperature is		24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Then check freezer
satisfactory.		temperatures and adjust as needed.
Freezer temperature is warmer	•	Set auxiliary freezer control to a colder setting until
than preferred. Refrigerator		freezer temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the
temperature is satisfactory.		temperature to stabilize.
Refrigerator temperature is too	•	Set refrigerator/freezer control to a colder setting.
warm. Freezer temperature is		Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Then check
satisfactory.		refrigerator temperatures and adjust as needed.
Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates.	•	The cabinet is not level.
	•	Floor is weak.
	•	See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section.
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.
	•	Light switch may be stuck. Push in light switch, located
		on the refrigerator control box, to release.
Automatic ice maker not	•	Ensure the wire signal arm is not in UP position.
working (some models)	•	Ice maker should produce 2.5 to 3 pounds of ice in a 24
		hour period.
	•	Water supply is turned off.
	•	Water pressure is too low.
	•	The freezer is not cold enough.
Refrigerator makes beeping	•	Close door.
sound.	•	Press light switch.

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