Troubleshooting Tips; Before You Call For Service - GE FCM22 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

Before you call for service...

Problem
Freezer does not
operate
Freezer starts/stops
too frequently
Freezer operates too
long
Noisy operation or
cabinet vibrates
Freezer temperature
too warm
Foods defrosting
Freezer temperature
too cold
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Possible Causes
Temperature control in off or O
position.
Freezer is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped.
Lid left open.
Too frequent or too long lid
openings.
Temperature control set too cold.
Lid left open.
Too frequent or too long lid
openings.
Temperature control set too cold.
Inadequate air circulation space
around cabinet.
Room or outside weather is hot.
Freezer has been disconnected
recently for a period of time.
Large amounts of warm or hot food
have been stored recently.
Floor may be weak, causing freezer
to vibrate when compressor is on.
Cabinet is not positioned solidly on
floor.
Freezer is touching the wall.
Lid left open.
Too frequent or too long lid openings.
Temperature control is set too
warm.
Large amounts of water or hot food
may have been stored recently.
Freezer has been disconnected
recently.
Temperature control in off or O
position.
Freezer is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped.
Lid left open.
Too frequent or too long lid openings.
Temperature control set too cold.
What To Do
Move the control to a colder temperature setting.
Push the plug completely into the outlet.
Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
Check to see if package is holding lid open.
Open the lid less often.
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Check to see if package is holding lid open.
Open the lid less often.
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It's normal for the freezer to work harder under these
conditions.
It takes 6-8 hours for the freezer to cool down completely.
Warm food will cause the freezer to run more until the
desired temperature is reached
Check to make sure freezer is located on solid floor and
adjust leveling legs as needed.
Adjust legs. See
for uneven floor.
Level freezer or move slightly. See
Check to see if package is holding lid open.
Open the lid less often.
Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the
temperature to stabilize.
Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach its selected
temperature.
Freezer requires 6-8 hours to cool down completely.
Move the control to a colder temperature setting.
Push the plug completely into the outlet.
Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
Check to see if package is holding lid open.
Open the lid less often.
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Or use shims
.