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You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service
call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer.
PROBLEM
Refrigerator does not operate or cool.
Turns on and off frequently.
Vibrations.
The refrigerator seems to make too much noise.
The door will not close properly.
PROBLEMS WITH YOUR REFRIGERATOR?
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Not plugged in.
Temperature Control Knob is in the "OFF"
position.
The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse.
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
A large amount of food has been added to the
refrigerator.
The door is opened too often.
The door is not closed completely.
The temperature control is not set correctly.
The door gasket does not seal properly.
The refrigerator does not have the correct
clearances.
Check to assure that the refrigerator is level.
The rattling noise may come from the flow of the
refrigerant, which is normal.
As each cycle ends, you may hear gurgling
sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant in your
refrigerator.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls
may cause popping and crackling noises.
The refrigerator is not level.
The refrigerator is not level.
The door was reversed and not properly installed.
The gasket is dirty.
The shelves, bins, or baskets are out of position.
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