Before You Call For Service - GE 14 Owner's Manual

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.
Problem
Refrigerator does not
operate
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.)
Vibration or rattling
(slight vibration is normal)
Possible Causes
Refrigerator in
defrost cycle.
Temperature control
dial in OFF position.
Refrigerator is
unplugged.
The fuse is blown/
circuit breaker is
tripped.
Normal when
refrigerator is first
plugged in.
Often occurs when large
amounts of food are
placed in refrigerator.
Door left open.
Hot weather or frequent
door openings.
Temperature control dial
set at the coldest setting.
Grille and condenser
need cleaning.
Front roller screws or
front leveling legs need
adjusting.
What To Do
Wait about 30 minutes for
•
defrost cycle to end.
Move the temperature
•
control dial to a
temperature setting.
Push the plug completely
•
into the outlet.
Replace fuse or reset the
•
breaker.
Wait 24 hours for the
•
refrigerator to completely
cool down.
This is normal.
•
Check to see if package is
•
holding door open.
This is normal.
•
See About the temperature
•
control dial.
See Care and cleaning.
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See Rollers and leveling legs.
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