What is the make and model number of the refrigerator?
What is the actual freezer temperature? Use an appropriate thermometer to check. If the refrigerator has a temp display use another thermometer to check as it may be indicating the incorrect temperature. Most probably not but it doesn't hurt to double check
It should be 0F (-18 C).
If not check that the evaporator unit behind a panel in the freezer compartment is icy cold to the touch. Use gloves as if it is your fingers may literally stick to it.
If it is, check that the evaporator fan inside the freezer compartment is running when the doors are closed.
Place an ear next to the fridge to hear it. It will run as long as the compressor is running and all the doors are shut. It will stop when a door is opened and then start again when the door is shut.
Do not confuse this fan with the condenser fan which is outside the compartments and runs whether the doors are open or not
Also check the door seals to make sure that they are OK. Place a piece of paper between the door and the door jamb and try to pull it out with the door closed. It will come out with a bit of effort but not that easily and it shouldn't just fall out. Try this at various places around the door, top, bottom and sides.
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If the evaporator unit is not icy cold and the compressor is running and the above checks are OK then there may be a problem with the compressor, a blockage in the sealed system or a lack of refrigerant due to a leak. Check for any oily residues below the compressor or on the condenser coils which may indicate a leak of refrigerant.
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If the evaporator unit is not icy cold and the compressor has been running for a long time and the above checks are OK then there may be a problem with the compressor, a blockage in the sealed system or a lack of refrigerant due to a leak. Check for any oily residues below the compressor or on the condenser coils which may indicate a leak of refrigerant.
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If the evaporator unit is not icy cold you will need a licenced refrigerator repair person to check the sealed system. This is to comply with environmental laws pertaining to the use and handling of refrigerant gases
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If the evaporator unit is not icy cold and the compressor has been running for a long time you will need a licenced refrigerator repair person to check the sealed system. This is to comply with environmental laws pertaining to the use and handling of refrigerant gases
What is the make and model number of the refrigerator?
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What is the actual freezer temperature? Use an appropriate thermometer to check. If the refrigerator has a temp display use another thermometer to check as it may be indicating the incorrect temperature. Most probably not but it doesn't hurt t double check
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What is the actual freezer temperature? Use an appropriate thermometer to check. If the refrigerator has a temp display use another thermometer to check as it may be indicating the incorrect temperature. Most probably not but it doesn't hurt to double check
It should be 0F (-18 C).
If not check that the evaporator unit behind a panel in the freezer compartment is icy cold to the touch. Use gloves as if it is your fingers may literally stick to it.
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If it is, check that the evaporator fan is running when the doors are closed.
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If it is, check that the evaporator fan inside the freezer compartment is running when the doors are closed.
Place an ear next to the fridge to hear it. It will run as long as the compressor is running and all the doors are shut. It will stop when a door is opened and then start again when the door is shut.
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Do not confuse this fan with the condenser fan which is outside the compartments and runs whether the doors are open or not
Also check the door seals to make sure that they are OK. Place a piece of paper between the door and the door jamb and try to pull it out with the door closed. It will come out with a bit of effort but not that easily and it shouldn't just fall out. Try this at various places around the door, top, bottom and sides.
If the evaporator unit is not icy cold and the compressor is running and the above checks are OK then there may be a problem with the compressor, a blockage in the sealed system or a lack of refrigerant due to a leak. Check for any oily residues below the compressor or on the condenser coils which may indicate a leak of refrigerant.
If the evaporator unit is not icy cold you will need a licenced refrigerator repair person to check the sealed system. This is to comply with environmental laws pertaining to the use and handling of refrigerant gases
Hi @Nilidool,
What is the make and model number of the refrigerator?
What is the actual freezer temperature? Use an appropriate thermometer to check. If the refrigerator has a temp display use another thermometer to check as it may be indicating the incorrect temperature. Most probably not but it doesn't hurt t double check
It should be 0F (-18 C).
If not check that the evaporator unit behind a panel in the freezer compartment is icy cold to the touch. Use gloves as if it is your fingers may literally stick to it.
If it is, check that the evaporator fan is running when the doors are closed.
Place an ear next to the fridge to hear it. It will run as long as the compressor is running and all the doors are shut. It will stop when a door is opened and then start again when the door is shut.
Also check the door seals to make sure that they are OK. Place a piece of paper between the door and the door jamb and try to pull it out with the door closed. It will come out with a bit of effort but not that easily and it shouldn't just fall out. Try this at various places around the door, top, bottom and sides.
If the evaporator unit is not icy cold and the compressor is running and the above checks are OK then there may be a problem with the compressor, a blockage in the sealed system or a lack of refrigerant due to a leak. Check for any oily residues below the compressor or on the condenser coils which may indicate a leak of refrigerant.
If the evaporator unit is not icy cold you will need a licenced refrigerator repair person to check the sealed system. This is to comply with environmental laws pertaining to the use and handling of refrigerant gases