PROBLEM
Food in the
freezer is not
cold
The freezer
makes
unusual
noises or
vibrations
Moisture is
building up in
the interior of
the freezer
The freezer
door does
not close
completely
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
The door has been opened
too often or was not
closed properly.
A large amount of food
was recently added.
The door is not closed
completely.
The freezer has been
disconnected for a period
of time.
The temperature control is
set too warm.
The freezer may not be
level.
The freezer cabinet is
touching a wall.
Metal parts undergo
expansion and contraction.
Refrigerant is circulating
throughout the system.
The door has been
opened too often or was
not closed properly.
The freezer is located in a
humid area.
The weather is hot and
humid.
Food packages are
interfering with the door
closure.
The door gaskets are dirty. Clean the door gaskets.
The freezer is not level.
SOLUTION
Make sure that the door is
closed properly.
Allow time for the recently
added food to cool, and
then check again.
Check the door gasket
and food distribution, and
make sure that the door
closes completely.
Allow 4 hours for the
freezer to cool completely
before adding food.
Set the temperature
control to a colder setting.
Adjust the leveling feet
located on the front
corners of the freezer until
the freezer is level.
Move the freezer away
from the wall.
This is normal.
This is normal.
Make sure that the door is
closed properly.
Move the freezer to a drier
location.
This is normal.
Move or remove some food
items.
Adjust the leveling feet
located on the front
corners of the freezer until
the freezer is level.