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If you have a problem, it maybe
inor. You may be able to correct
yourself. Just use this Problem
Solver to locate your problem and
then follow the suggested
recommendations.
Yourrefrigerator is wired for accurate
electrical diagnosis in your home—
takes only mjnutes for a service
technician to check its entire elec-
trical system. No need for the techni-
cian to unplug, move or unload the
refrigerator to make the diagnosis.
PROBLEM
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~ REFRIGERATOR
~ DOES NOT OPERATE
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MOTOR OPERATES
FOR LONG PERIODS
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MOTOR STARTS &
STOPS FREQUENTLY
; VIBRATION (m
, RATTLING
POSS!BLECAUSEAND REMEDY
~ Maybe in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 35
nlinuteS.
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Temperature control in OFF position.
e If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall receptacle.
@If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a
small appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit
breaker or burned out fuse.
@Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer
compartment require more operating time.
@Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires
24 hours to completely cool down.
@Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen.
~ t-lot weather—frequent door openings.
~ Door left open.
@ Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use of
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5.
e Grille and condenser need cleaning. Refer to page 10.
@Check ENERGY SAVING TIPS on page 2.
~ Temperature control starts and stops motor to lmaintain even temperatures.
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o If
refrigera-~or
vibrate~,
mot-e than
likely it is not resting solidly on the floor
and front roller screws need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven. Refer to
ROLLERS on page 4.
G it dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.
~ Defrost water pan rattling, needs to be positioned properly.
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