GE TBX12 operating instructions Problem Solver, Possible Cause, consumer information service

	PROBLEM SOLVER
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PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE
OPERATING SOUNDS	Q Normal fan air flow-fan blows cold air through the refrigerator and
	freezer compartments.
	● These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time:
	Q Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost.
	. Defrost water dripping into drain pan.
	“ Temperature control clicks ON or OFF.
	● Refrigerant boiling or gurgling.
	Q Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
	during defrost and refrigeration following defrost.
FRESH FOOD OR	c Temperature control not set cold enough. Refer to TEMPERATURE CONTROLS.
FREEZER COMPARTMENT	* Warm weather—frequent door openings.
TEMPERATURE TOO
	● Door left open for long time.
WARM
	. Package may be holding door open.
FOODS DRY OUT	● Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly.
FROST OR ICE	● Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open.
CRYSTALS ON	● Too frequent and too long door openings.
FROZEN FOOD
	c Frost within package is normal.
SLOW ICE CUBE	● Door may have been left ajar.
FREEZING	● Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder.
ICE CUBES HAVE	. Old cubes need to be discarded.
ODOWTASTE	c Unsealed packages in refrigerator and/or freezer compartments may be
	transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes.
	. Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning—refer to Care and Cleaning section.
MOISTURE FORMS ON	● Not unusual during period of high humidity.
OUTSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR	. Move the energy saver switch to the right.
MOISTURE	● Too frequent and too long door openings.
COLLECTS INSIDE	● In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
REFRIGERATOR	● Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
HAS ODOR	Q Check for spoiled food.
	Q Interior needs cleaning. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
	s Defrost water pan needs cleaning.
	● Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace every three months.
INTERIOR LIGHT	c No power at outlet.
DOES NOT LIGHT	● Light bulb needs replacing.

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