Changing the Light Bulbs
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to
replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.Freezer Light
Refrigerator Light1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the freezer shelf.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.3. Remove the freezer light shield by pushing down.
2. Reach behind the control panel and unscrew the bulb.
3. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
4. Remove the light bulb and replace with one of the same size,
shape and wattage.
5. Replace the light shield.
6. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize
Refrigerator Operationperformance.
Hissing/Rattling - flow of refrigerant, movement of water
The refrigerator will not operatelines, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator.
Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during
Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.defrost cycle.
Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially
working.during initial cool-down.
Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace Water running - may be heard when water melts during the
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan.
call an electrician.
Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the
Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. ice maker mold.
See ?Using the Controls.?
New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the The doors will not close completely
refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.
will not cool either compartment more quickly.Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct
position.
The motor seems to run too muchCrisper cover in the way? Make sure the crisper cover is
pushed in fully, so that the back rests on the supports.
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even
longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are The doors are difficult to open
opened often, or if the doors have been left open.
Gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and contact surfaces
The refrigerator seems noisywith mild soap and warm water. Rinse and dry with soft cloth.
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.
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