Sharp SJ-PT596R, SJ-PT55R operation manual What To Do Before Calling For Service, Problem, Solution

WHAT TO DO BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

Before you call for service, check the following points.

Problem	Solution
The outside of cabinet is hot when	This is normal. The hot pipe is in the cabinet in order to prevent dew
touched.	generation.
When there is refrigerator noise.	It is normal for the refrigerator to produce the following sounds.
	• Loud noise produced by the compressor when operation starts
	--- Sound becomes quieter after a while.
	• Loud noise produced once a day by the compressor
	--- Operating sound produced immediately after automatic defrost
	operation.
	• Sound of flowing fluid (gurgling sound, fizzing sound)
	--- Sound of refrigerant flowing in pipes (sound may become louder from
	time to time).
	• Cracking or crunching sound, squeaking sound
	--- Sound produced by expansion and contraction of inner walls and internal
	parts during cooling.
Frosting or dew generation occurs	This may occur in one of the following cases. Use a wet cloth for wiping frost
inside or outside the refrigerator.	and a dry cloth for wiping dew.
	• When the ambient humidity is high.
	• When the door is frequently opened and closed.
	• When foods containing plenty of moisture are stored. (Wrapping is required.)
The food in the refrigerator	• Is the refrigerator operated for a long time with refrigerator temp. control set
compartment freeze.	at 0°C?
	• Is the refrigerator operated for a long time with freezer temp. control set at
	-21°C?
	• Low ambient temperature may cause foods to freeze even if refrigerator
	temp. control is set to 6°C.
Noticeable odours.	• Wrapping is required for foods with strong odours.
	• Deodorising unit cannot remove all odours.

If you still require service contact your SHARP approved service centre.

SHARP approved service centre locations can be found in the support area of our website:

Australia : http://www.sharp.net.au

New Zealand : http://www.sharp.net.nz

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