Electrolux EILFU17GS Technical & Service Manual page 91

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Louder sound levels Modern Freezers have increased
whenever Freezer is on. storage capacity and more stable
temperatures. They require heavy
duty compressors.
Louder sound levels Freezer operates at higher pres-
when compressor sures during the start of the ON
comes on. cycle.
Popping or cracking Metal parts undergo expansion
sound when and contraction, as in hot water
pipes.
compressor comes on.
Bubbling or gurgling Refrigerant used to cool Freezer
sound. is circulating throughout system.
Vibrating or rattling
Freezer is not level. It rocks on
noise.
the floor when it is moved slightly.
Floor is uneven or weak.
Freezer is touching the wall.
Moisture forms on
Weather is hot and humid, which
inside Freezer walls.
increases internal rate of frost
build-up.
Door is slightly open.
Door is opened too frequently or
kept open too long.
Odors in Freezer.
Interior needs to be cleaned.
Foods with strong odors are in
the Freezer.
Door will not close.
Freezer is not level. It rocks on
the floor when it is moved slightly.
Floor is uneven or weak.
Light bulb is not on.
The fluorescent lamp or light bulb
is burned out.
No electric current is reaching the
Freezer.
C C a a u u s s e e
This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is
low, you might hear the compressor running while it
cools the interior.
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
Freezer continues to run.
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
Freezer continues to run.
This is normal.
Level the Freezer.
Ensure floor can adequately support Freezer. Level
the Freezer by putting wood or metal shims under
part of the Freezer.
Re-level Freezer or move Freezer slightly.
This is normal.
See Problem section "Door will not close".
Open the door less often.
Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and
baking soda. Replace air filter.
Cover the food tightly.
This condition can force the cabinet out of square
and misalign the door. Level unit.
Ensure floor can adequately support Freezer. Level
the Freezer by putting wood or metal shims under
part of the Freezer.
Replace lamp or light bulb.
See Problem section "Freezer compressor does not
run" on previous page.
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