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Problem Possible Causes What To Do

Refrigerator does not

operate

Refrigerator in defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

Refrigerator is unplugged. Push the plug completely into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is

tripped.

Replace fuse or reset the breaker.

Vibration or rattling

(slight vibration is

normal)

Front leveling legs need adjusting. See Leveling Legs.

Motor operates for long

periods or cycles on and

off frequently. (Modern

refrigerators with more

storage space and a

larger freezer require

more operating time.

They start and stop

often to maintain even

temperatures.)

Normal when refrigerator is first plugged

in.

Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool

down.

Often occurs when large amounts of

food are placed in refrigerator.

This is normal.

Door left open. Check to see if a package is holding door open.

Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.

Temperature control set at the coldest

setting.

See About the control.

Fresh food or freezer

compartment too warm

Temperature control not set cold

enough.

See About the control.

Warm weather or frequent door

openings.

Set the temperature control one step colder. See

About the control.

Door left open. Check to see if a package is holding door open.

Frost or ice crystals on

frozen food (frost within

package is normal)

Door left open. Check to see if a package is holding door open.

Too frequent or too long door openings.

Ice cubes have odor/

taste

Food transmitting odor/taste to ice

cubes.

Wrap foods well.

Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning.

Slow ice cube freezing Door left open. Check to see if package is holding door open.

Temperature control not set cold

enough.

See About the control.

Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator. Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped.

Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator;

replace every three months.

Interior needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning.

Moisture forms on

outside of refrigerator

Not unusual during periods of high

humidity.

Wipe surface dry.

Moisture collects inside

(in humid weather, air

carries moisture into

refrigerator when doors

are opened)

Too frequent or too long door openings.

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