10. TROUBLESHOOTING
If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the appliance is
not functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for service,
please see below. You can carry out some easy checks according to this section before
calling for service.
WARNING!
Don't try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after you have
made the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician, authorized
service engineer or the shop where you purchased the product.
Problem
Appliance is not working
correctly
Odours from the
compartments
Noise from the
appliance
The motor runs
continuously
A layer of frost occurs in
the compartment
Possible cause & Solution
Check whether the power cord is plugged into the power
outlet properly.
Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace if
necessary.
It is normal that the freezer is not operating during the
automatic defrost cycle, or for a short period of time after
the appliance is switched on to protect the compressor.
The interior of the refrigerator may need to be cleaned.
Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours.
The sounds below are quite normal:
• Compressor running noises.
• Air movement noise from the small fan motor in the
freezer compartment or other com-partments.
• Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.
• Popping noise during automatic defrosting.
• Clicking noise before the compressor starts.
Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and may
need you to check and take action:
The cabinet is not level.
The back of appliance touches the wall.
Bottles or containers fallen or rolling.
It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it will
need to run more when in following circumstances :
• Temperature setting is set colder than necessary
• Large quantity of warm food has recently been stored
within the appliance.
• The temperature outside the appliance is too high.
• Doors are kept open for a long period.
• After your installing the appliance or it has been switched
off for a long time.
Check that the air outlets are not blocked by food and
ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient
ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To remove the
frost, please refer to "cleaning and care" section.
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