Changing the Light Bulb
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Reach behind the control panel and unscrew the bulb.
3.Replace the bulb with a
4.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Refrigerator Operation
The refrigerator will not operate
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.
■Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
■Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See “Using the Controls.”
■New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will not cool either compartment more quickly.
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
The refrigerator seems noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations.
■Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker.
■Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance.
■Hissing/Rattling - flow of refrigerant, movement of water lines, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator.
■Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle.
■Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during initial
■Water running - may be heard when water melts during the defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan.
■Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold.
The doors will not close completely
■Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.
■Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct position.
■Crisper cover in the way? Make sure the crisper cover is pushed in fully, so that the back rests on the supports.
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