Brandt BFC582LNW Instruction Manual page 43

Problem 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.
Appliance is not The ambient temperature is too low. Try setting the
working correctly chamber temperature to a colder level to solve this
problem.
It is normal that the freezer is not operating during the
automatic defrost cycle, or for a short time after the
appliance is switched on to protect the compressor.
Odours from the The interior may need to be cleaned
compartments
Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours.
The sounds below are quite normal:
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Noise from the
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appliance
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Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and
may need you to check and take action:
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• The back of appliance touches the wall.
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It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it
will need to run more when in following circumstances:
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The motor runs
continuously
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Check that the air outlets are not blocked by food and
A layer of frost ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow
occurs in the sufficient ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To
compartment remove the frost, please refer to cleaning and care
chapter.
You may have left the doors open too long or too
Temperature inside frequently; or the doors are kept open by some
is too warm
obstacle; or the appliance is located with insufficient
clearance at the sides, back and top
Temperature inside
Increase the temperature by following the «Display
is too cold
controls" chapter.
Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back
Doors cannot be by 10-15mm to allow the doors to self close, or if
closed easily
something inside is preventing the doors from closing.
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.
The cabinet is not leveled.
Bottles or containers have fallen or are rolling.
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 you installed the appliance or it has been
switched off for a long time.
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