Smeg FAB28MCUS Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Probable Solution

Instructions for the User

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

PROBLEM		POSSIBLE CAUSE						PROBABLE SOLUTION
Noisy operation							-	see “4.8 Operating noise” section
The compressor starts up too often or -		compressor		and	condenser		-	check that the rear of the
operates continuously:		cooling inadequate:						appliance is properly ventilated as
								explained in point “3.2 Location
								requirements”	and that	the
								condenser is not over-dirty;
	-	rise in outside temperature;
	-	doors opened often or for long
		periods;
	-	too much fresh food placed in the					-	freeze less food at a time;
		appliance
The compressor does not start up:	-	temperature regulator on 0 (stop).
	-	power supply lead not connected
		to the electrical mains;
	-	mains socket		not		supplying
		electrical power.					-	connect the lead to the power
								supply;
							-	contact the electricity supplier
							-	Turn the regulator to an
Refrigerator section not cooled -		inside	temperature			setting
sufficiently		thermostat set too low (1-2)						intermediate setting (4-5).
		(provides	a higher		temperature
		inside the appliance);
	-	door opened often or for long					-	open the door less often and for
		periods;						as short a time as possible;
	-	door not closing properly					-	check that the foods are arranged
	-	rise in outside temperature.						on the shelves correctly and are
								not preventing the door from
								closing properly, and that the
								refrigerator is well levelled on the
								floor;
							-	check that the gasket is sealing
								properly and is not damaged.
							-	Clear the drain opening
Water in bottom of refrigerator -		"Condensation		drain"		opening
compartment:		blocked or frozen
							-	if you attempt to open the door
Door hard to open just after closing:
								again just after closing it
								(especially the	freezer	door),
								considerable strength is required.
								This is because of the vacuum
								caused by cooling of the warm air
								that has entered the appliance.
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