Troubleshooting
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Freezer control and Refrigerator is in defrost mode.Normal operation.
lights are on, but Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts.
compressor is not
operating
Crisper drawer Refrigerator control settings are too low.See page 10 or 11 to adjust controls.
temperature is too
warm
Refrigerator does Refrigerator is not plugged in.Plug in refrigerator.
not operate
Control is not on.See page 10 or 11 to adjust your controls.
Fuse is blown, or circuit breaker needsReplace any blown fuses.
to be reset.Check circuit breaker and reset, if necessary.
Power outage has occurred.Call local power company listing to report outage.
Refrigerator still Refrigerator is malfunctioning.Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another
wonOt operaterefrigerator. If another refrigerator is not available,
place dry ice in freezer section to preserve food.
Warranty does not cover food loss.
Contact service for assistance.
Food temperature Condenser coils are dirty.Clean according to the chart on page 23.
is too cold
Refrigerator or freezer controls are setSee page 10 or 11 to adjust your controls.
too high.
Food temperatureDoor is not closing properly.Refrigerator is not level. See page 3 for details on how
is too warmto level your refrigerator.
Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary,
according to the chart on page 23.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door
from closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers,
ice buckets, oversized or improperly stored containers
or foodstuffs, etc.)
Controls need to be adjusted.See page 10 or 11 to adjust your controls.
Condenser coils are dirty.Clean according to the chart on page 23.
Rear air grille is blocked.Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to
make sure grille is not blocked. Rear air grilles are
located under crisper drawers.
Door has been opened frequently, or hasReduce time door is open. Organize food items
been opened for long periods of time.efficiently to assure door is open for as short a time as
possible.
Food has recently been added.Allow time for recently added food to reach
refrigerator or freezer temperature.
Refrigerator has Compartment is dirty or has odor-Clean according to instructions on page 24.
an odorcausing food.
Water dropletsCheck gaskets for proper seal.Clean according to the chart on page 23.
form on outsideHumidity levels are high.Normal during times of high humidity.
Controls require adjustment.See page 10 or 11 to adjust your controls.
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