Trouble Shooting - LG MFL68083701 Owner's Manual

Care and Maintenance

Trouble Shooting

Before calling for service, check this list. It may save you both time and expense.
This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or
materials in this appliance.
Problem
Refrigerator
does not operate
Refrigerator or Freezer
Compartment
Temperature too
warm
Vibration or
Rattling or
Abnormal Noise
Frost or Ice
Crystals on frozen
Food
Moisture forms on
Cabinet Surface
Moisture collects
inside
Refrigerator has odor
Possible Causes
• Power plug may be unplugged from the power outlet.
Plug it in securely.
• House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped.
Check and/or replace fuse and reset circuit breaker.
• Power cut.
Check house lights and other appliances.
• Temperature control not set on proper position.
Refer to Temperature Control section.
• Appliance is placed close to a heat source.
• Warm weather-frequent door openings.
• Door left open for a long time.
• Package holding door open or blocking air duct in freezer
compartment.
• The floor on which the refrigerator is installed may be uneven or
the refrigerator may be unstable.
Make it even by rotating the leveling feet.
• Unnecessary objects placed in the back side of the refrigerator.
• Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open.
• Too frequent or too long door openings.
• Frost within food packaging can be normal.
• This phenomenon is likely to occur in a wet or humid environment.
Wipe it with a dry towel.
• Too frequent or too long door openings.
• In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
• Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered or wrapped.
• Check for spoiled food.
• Interior needs cleaning.
Refer to CLEANING section.
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