Kenmore 106.5478 Use & Care Manual page 23

TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
The refrigerator will not operate
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death_
fire_ or electrical shock.
• Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
• Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the
fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See
"Using the Controls."
New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the
refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will
not cool either compartment more quickly.
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
high-efficiency compressor and fans. The refrigerator may run even
longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are
opened often, or if the doors have been left open.
The refrigerator is noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this
reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new
refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are
listed some normal sounds with an explanation.
• Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker
• Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance,
or the ice dispenser motor briefly pulsing every 24 hours after
dispensing
• Rattling - flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items placed
on top of the refrigerator
• Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during defrost
cycle
• Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially
during initial cool-down
• Water running - may be heard when ice melts during the
defrost cycle and water runs into the drain pan
• Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice
maker mold.
The doors will not close completely
Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.
Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct
position.
The doors are difficult to open
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death_ explosion_or fire.
• Are the gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets with mild soap
and warm water.
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