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Problem
Cooling system runs
Doors are not closed completely.
too much.
• Firmly push the doors shut. If they will not shut all the way, the "Doors will not close
Refrigerator is installed in a hot location.
• The compressor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures (70
Condenser / back cover is clogged.
• Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to clean the condenser cover and vents. Do not
Interior moisture
Doors are opened often or for long periods of time.
buildup.
• When the doors are opened often or for long periods of time, warm, humid air enters the
Doors are not closed correctly.
• See the "Doors will not close correctly or pop open" section.
Weather is humid.
• Humid weather allows additional moisture to enter the compartments when the doors are
Defrost cycle recently completed.
• During the defrost cycle, the temperature of each compartment may rise slightly and
Food is not packaged correctly.
• Food stored uncovered or unwrapped, and damp containers can lead to moisture
Food is freezing in
Food with high water content was placed near an air vent.
the refrigerator
• Rearrange items with high water content away from air vents.
compartment.
Refrigerator temperature control is set incorrectly.
• If the temperature is too cold, adjust the control one increment at a time and wait for the
Refrigerator is installed in a cold location.
• When the refrigerator is operated in temperature below 41 °F (5 °C), food can freeze in the
Refrigerator or
Incorrect temperature control settings.
Freezer section is too
• If the temperature is too cold, adjust the control one increment at a time and wait for the
cold.
Frost or ice crystals
Condensation from food with a high water content has frozen inside of the food
form on frozen food
package.
(inside of sealed
• This is normal for food items with a high water content.
package).
Food has been left in the freezer for a long period of time.
• Do not store food items with high water content in the freezer for a long period of time.
correctly or pop open" section in Troubleshooting.
°F or 21 °C) expect your compressor to run about 40 % to 80 % of the time. Under warmer
conditions, expect it to run even more often. The refrigerator should not be operated
above 110 °F (43 °C).
remove the panel covering the condenser coil area.
compartment. This raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment. To
lessen the effect, reduce the frequency and duration of door openings.
opened leading to condensation or frost. Maintaining a reasonable level of humidity in the
home will help to control the amount of moisture that can enter the compartments.
condensation may form on the back wall. Wait 30 minutes and confirm that the proper
temperature has been restored once the defrost cycle has completed.
accumulation within each compartment. Wipe all containers dry and store food in sealed
packaging to prevent condensation and frost.
temperature to stabilize. Refer to the 'Setting the Temperature' section for more
information.
refrigerator compartment. The refrigerator should not be operated in temperature below
55 °F (13 °C).
temperature to stabilize. Refer to the Control Panel for more information.
Possible Cause & Solution
TROUBLESHOOTING
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