Troubleshooting - Electrolux EN5284KOW User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If you experience a problem with your
appliance or are concerned that the
appliance is not functioning correctly, you
can carry out some easy checks before
calling for service, please see below. You
can carry out some easy checks ac-
cording to this section before calling for
service.
Problem
Appliance is not working
correctly
Odours from the com-
partments
Noise from the appliance
The motor runs continu-
ously
Possible cause & Solution
Check whether the power cord is plugged into the power
outlet properly.
Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace if
necessary.
The ambient temperature is too low. Try setting the cham-
ber temperature to a colder level to solve this problem.
It is normal that the freezer is not operating during the auto-
matic defrost cycle, or for a short time after the appliance is
switched on to protect the compressor.
The interior may need to be cleaned.
Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours.
The sounds below are quite normal:
Compressor running noises.
Air movement noise from the small fan motor in the freezer
compartment or other compartments.
Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.
Popping noise during automatic defrosting.
Clicking noise before the compressor starts.
Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and
may need you to check and take action:
The cabinet is not level.
The back of appliance touches the wall.
Bottles or containers fallen or rolling.
It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it will
need to run more when in following circumstances:
Temperature setting is set colder than necessary.
Large quantity of warm food has recently been stored within
the appliance.
The temperature outside the appliance is too high.
Doors are kept open too long or too often.
After your installing the appliance or it has been switched
off for a long time.
WARNING!
D on't try to repair the appliance
yourself. If the problem persists
after you have made the checks
mentioned below, contact a quali-
fied electrician, authorized service
engineer or the shop where you
purchased the product.
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