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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
operate
Control in 0ff position. • Move the control to a temperature setting.
Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit • Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Vibration or rattling Leveling legs need adjusting. • See Level the Refrigerator.
(slight vibration
is normal)
Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely
long periods or cycles is first plugged in. cool down.
on and off frequently.
Often occurs when large • This is normal.
(Modern refrigerators
amounts of food are
with more storage
placed in refrigerator.
space and a larger
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
freezer require more
Hot weather or frequent • This is normal.
operating time. They
door openings.
start and stop often
Temperature control • See About the controls.
to maintain even
set at the coldest setting.
Refrigerator or freezer Temperature controls not set • See About the controls.
compartment too warm cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent • Set the temperature control one step colder.
door openings. See About the controls.
Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
Frost or ice crystals Door left open. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
on frozen food
Door openings too frequent • This is normal.
(frost within package
or too long.
is normal)
Frequent “buzzing” Icemaker power switch is in • Set the power switch to the 0 (off) position. Keeping it
sound the I (on) position, but the in the I (on) position will damage the water valve.
water supply to the refrigerator
has not been connected.
Small or hollow cubes Water filter clogged. • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with plug.
temperatures.)
Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on
the following pages first and you may not need to call
for service.
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