Before You Call - Frigidaire Professional PLFH1779GS Use And Care Manual

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences
that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
problem
Freezer Does Not Run
Freezer does not run.
Freezer runs too much
or too long.
Interior freezer
temperature is too cold.
Interior freezer
temperature is too warm.
Freezer external surface
temperature is 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.
• Doors are opened too frequently
or too long.
• Freezer door may be slightly
open.
• Temperature Control is set too
low.
• Freezer gasket is dirty, worn,
cracked, or poorly fitted.
• Temperature control is set too
low.
• Temperature control is set too
warm.
• Door is kept open too long or is
opened too frequently.
• Door may not be sealing
properly.
• Large amounts of warm or hot
food may have been stored
recently.
• Freezer has recently been
disconnected for a period of
time.
• The external freezer walls can
be as much as 30°F warmer
than room temperature.
• Use another circuit. If you are unsure about
the outlet, have it checked by a certified
technician.
See "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 local Electric
Company.
• It's normal for the freezer to work harder 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 doors less often.
• See "door problems" in the "Before You Call"
Section.
• Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow
several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
• Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door
seal will cause freezer to run longer in order to
maintain desired temperature.
• Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow
several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
• Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several
hours for the temperature to stabilize.
• Warm air enters the freezer every time the
door is opened. Open the door less often.
See "door problems" in the "Before You Call"
•
Section.
• Wait until the freezer has had a chance to
reach its selected temperature.
• Freezer requires 4 hours to cool down
completely.
• This is normal while the compressor works to
transfer heat from inside the freezer cabinet.
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