Problem Solver - Hotpoint CTF14 Use And Care Manual

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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
REIWGERA'IOR * Maybe in defrost cyclewhen motor does not operate for about 30 minutes.
DOES NOT OPERATE
QTemperaturecontrol in OFF position.
@ If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet.
~ If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small
applianceinto the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or
burned out fhse.
MCYIOR OPERATES
a Modem
refrigerators wi~ more sto~ge space anda
larger
freezer compartment
FOR LONG PERIODS require more operating time.
* Noma~ when refrigerator is first delivered to
your
borne-usualiyrequires 24 hours
to completely cool down.
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Large ~oun$s
of food
placed i n
refrigerator tobe COO~ed
or frozen.
@Hot weather—frequentdoor openings.
@Door left open.
@Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use of
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5.
@Check ENERGY-SAVINGTIPS on page 2.
MOK3R STARTS&
@ Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures.
STOPS FREQUENTLY
VIBRATION OR * If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor and front
RATTLING
rolier screws or front leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven. Refer to
ROLLERS/LEVELING LEGS on
page
4.
~ If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal.
OPERATING
@The high speed compressor motor required to maintain near zero temperatures in.the
SOUNDS
large freezer compartment may produce higher sound levels than your old ~efrigerator.
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