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Refrigerator Cooling Problems-  What to do next.....

Fresh Food Section Too Warm-

Check to see that both fans are running. There is a fan inside the freezer, and one underneath the rear compartment which cools the condenser on most frost-free units. If your fridge has dual controls, be sure the refrigerator air control has not been turned down too far. Check the freezer section for signs of frost on the walls, particularly on the rear and floor panels. Frost would indicate a defrost failure. Check the condenser coils in back for dust & debris. This should be done yearly.

Freezer Section Too Warm-

Check to see that the freezer fan is running. If your fridge has dual controls, be sure the freezer control has not been turned up too far. Check the freezer section for signs of frost on the walls, particularly on the rear and floor panels. Frost would indicate a defrost failure. Check the condenser coils in back for dust & debris and see that fan is running there. Be sure that food items do not block air intakes in freezer. A stuffed freezer can create airflow problems.

Not Cooling at all-

Check to see if anything is running, such as a fan. If not, power can be interrupted at the defrost timer or the cold control. A proper check with a meter can determine which it is. The defrost timer can be manually advanced to see if it is stuck, and to verify that the heaters are working in the freezer. (Heaters only work if temp is below 28 degrees F.) If the compressor is running, but no cold air is coming from the freezer, then you can assume that you have a sealed system problem, and will need professional help.

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