Kenmore 795.7132 Series Use & Care Manual page 36

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
OTING GUIDE
COOLING
Problem
Refrigerator and
freezer section are
not cooling.
Cooling system runs
too much.
The refrigerator control is set to OFF (some models).
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage (see Electrical & Grounding
Requirements).
Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.
During the defrost cycle, the temperature of each compartment may rise slightly. Wait 30
completed.
Refrigerator was recently installed.
It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature.
Refrigerator was recently relocated.
If the refrigerator was stored for a long period of time or moved on its side, it is necessary
for the refrigerator to stand upright for 24 hours before connecting it to power.
The refrigerator is in Demo Mode.
The Demo Mode allows the lights and control display to work normally while disabling the
one door, then press and hold the Accela Ice and Refrigerator Temp.
seconds. Once disabled, OFF will disappear and the previous temperature settings will be
displayed. (Refer to Setting the Controls for recommended temperatures).
Refrigerator is replacing an older model.
Modern refrigerators r
technology.
Refrigerator was recently plugged in or power restored.
The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely.
The door is opened often or a large amount of food / hot food was added.
Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator, requiring the compressor to
run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. In order to conserve energy, try to
get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy
Guide.)
Doors are not closed completely.
Firmly push the doors shut. If they will not shut all the way, the "Doors will not close
correctly or pop open" section in Troubleshooting.
Refrigerator is installed in a hot location.
The compressor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures
(70 °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).
Condenser / back cover is clogged.
Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to clean the condenser cover and vents. Do not
remove the panel covering the condenser coil area.
Possible Cause & Solution
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Demo Mode, open
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