Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
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Refrigerator does not |
| Refrigerator in | • Wait about 30 minutes for |
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| defrost cycle. | defrost cycle to end. |
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| Freezer control | • Move the freezer control |
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| in OFF position. | to a temperature setting. |
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| Refrigerator is | • Push the plug completely |
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| unplugged. | into the outlet. |
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| The fuse is blown/ | • Replace fuse or reset |
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| circuit breaker is | the breaker. |
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| tripped. |
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Safety Information Operating Instructions
Motor operates for long periods (Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer require more operating time. They start and stop often to maintain even temperatures.)
Normal when | • Wait 24 hours for the |
refrigerator is first | refrigerator to completely |
plugged in. | cool down. |
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Often occurs when large | • This is normal. |
amounts of food are |
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placed in refrigerator. |
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Door left open. | • Check to see if package is |
| holding door open. |
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Hot weather or frequent | • This is normal. |
door openings. |
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Installation Instructions
| Temperature controls | • See About the controls. |
| set at the coldest setting. |
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| Grille and condenser | • See Care and cleaning. |
| need cleaning. |
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Vibration or rattling | Roller screws or leveling | • See Leveling Rollers. |
(Slight vibration | legs need adjusting. |
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is normal.) |
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Fresh food or freezer | Temperature control | • See About the controls. |
compartment too warm | not set cold enough. |
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| Warm weather or | • Set the temperature |
| frequent door openings. | control one step colder. |
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| See About the controls. |
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| Door left open. | • Check to see if package is |
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| holding door open. |
Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service
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