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TROUBLESHOOTING
Appliance does not operate at desired temperature
In a modern frost free refrigerator / freezer, cold air is circulated around the various compartments through air
vents using a high efficiency fan.
CONCERN
Refrigerator is too warm
Freezer is too warm
Food is freezing in the refrigerator
Unable to change temperature settings
Appliance noise
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn't make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be
concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and cabinets, can make the
sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.
CONCERN
Motor noise
(compressor)
A clicking noise heard just before
the compressor starts.
Occasional gurgling, similar
to water boiling.
Airflow noise.
Rattling and
other noises.
Crisper Operation
CONCERN
Excess moisture build up in crisper
It is normal for there to be some moisture
and humidity in the crisper bin.
Crisper bin can not be removed
Freezing items in the crisper
WHAT TO DO
Ensure food is allowed to cool before placing inside the refrigerator.
Ensure the appliance is set up as per instructions on page 11.
Ensure that contents are not obstructing the cooling vents.
Ensure the door is not held open or is being opened too frequently.
Adjust temperature to a colder setting.
Ensure food is allowed to cool before placing inside the freezer.
Ensure the appliance is set up as per instructions on page 11.
Ensure that contents are not obstructing the cooling vents.
Ensure the door is not held open or is being opened too frequently.
Adjust temperature to a warmer setting.
Ensure that fruit and vegetables are stored in the crisper. Items with a high water
content should not be placed near the cooling vents.
Refer to function guide in Controlling Your Refirgerator.
Ensure that user interface is in "awake" mode before trying to adjust temperature
settings.
WHAT TO DO
Nothing. This is normal as your new refrigerator uses a high-speed compressor
which switches on and off during operation.
Note that the compressor noise may seem louder at the start of the on cycle.
Nothing. This is normal as your new refrigerator has an automatic switching action
of the temperature control, turning the compressor on and off.
Nothing. As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the
refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator system.
Nothing, this is normal as your new refrigerator uses high efficiency fans to circulate air.
Ensure that the cabinet is level and stable, refer to
Installation Instructions on page 6.
Check the surrounds of the appliance to ensure there is nothing
touching or placed on top of the appliance.
Ensure that contents of the appliance are not placed in such a way
that they are vibrating (such as bottles).
WHAT TO DO
Ensure that the crisper is not over packed.
If crisper bin interferes with the door bins, remove door bins before removing
crisper.
Position cabinet so that the door can be fully opened.
Adjust temperature to a warmer setting.
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