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BEFORE YOU CALL
1-800-944-9044 (United States)
1-800-265-8352 (Canada)
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes com-
mon occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
PROBLEM
FREEZER OPERATION
Freezer does not run.
Freezer runs too
much or too long.
FREEZER TEMPERATURES
Interior tempera-
ture is too cold.
Interior tempera-
ture is too warm.
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CAUSE
• Freezer is plugged into
a circuit that has a
ground fault interrupt.
• Temperature Control is
in the OFF position.
• Freezer may not be
plugged in or plug
may be loose.
• House fuse blown or
tripped circuit breaker.
• Power outage.
• Room or outside
weather is hot.
• Freezer has recently
been disconnected for
a period of time.
• Large amounts of warm
or hot food have been
stored recently.
• Lid is opened too fre-
quently or too long.
• Lid may be slightly open.
• Temperature control is
set too cold.
• Gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or
poorly fitted.
• The temperature is set
too cold.
• Temperature Control is
set too warm.
• Lid is kept open too
long or is opened
too frequently.
• Lid may not be
seating properly.
• Large amounts of warm
or hot food may have
been stored recently.
• Freezer has recently
been disconnected for
a period of time.
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CORRECTION
• Use another circuit. If you are unsure
about the outlet, have it checked by a
qualified electrician.
• See Setting the Temperature
Control section.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15-amp time
delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker.
• Check house lights. Call a qualified electrician.
• It's normal for the freezer to work longer
under these conditions.
• It takes 4 hours for the freezer to cool
down completely.
• Warm food will cause freezer to run more
until the desired temperature is reached.
• Warm air entering the freezer causes it
to run more. Open door less often.
• Ensure door is tightly closed.
• Turn temperature control knob to a
warmer setting. Allow several hours for
the temperature to stabilize.
• Clean or change gasket. Leaks in door
seal will cause freezer to run longer in
order to maintain desired temperatures.
• Turn temperature control knob to a
warmer setting. Allow several hours for
the temperature to stabilize.
• Turn temperature control knob to a colder
setting. Allow several hours for the
temperature to stabilize.
• Warm air enters the freezer every time the
lid is opened. Open the lid less often.
• See "LID PROBLEMS" section.
• Wait until the freezer has had a chance
to reach its selected temperature.
• Freezer requires 4 hours to cool
down completely.
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