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Temperature of external
Freezer side walls are
warm.
The exterior Freezer walls can be as much as 15-20
degrees warmer than room temperature.
This is normal while the compressor works to transfer
heat from inside the Freezer cabinet to the condenser
behind the Freezer side walls.
Popping or cracking sound
when compressor comes on.
Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction, as in
hot water pipes. This is normal. Sound will level off or
disappear as Freezer continues to run.
Bubbling or gurgling sound,
like water boiling.
Refrigerant (used to cool Freezer) is circulating
throughout the system. This is normal operation.
Vibrations.
Check the Freezer is on a level/even surface.
Freezer rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Be
sure floor can adequately support Freezer.
Level the Freezer by putting wood or metal shims under
part of the Freezer.
The Freezer is touching the wall. Re-level the Freezer and
move it from the wall. See “Installation Instructions”.
Moisture forms on outside
of Freezer.
Door is slightly open, causing cold air from inside the
Freezer to meet warm moist air from the outside.
The doors will not close
properly.
The Freezer is not on a level surface.
The gasket/s may be dirty or not properly maintained.
Clean the seals and make sure they are dry before
closing the door/s.
The storage basket and/or shelves are out of position.
For any enquiries, please call the CHiQ Cusotmer care on: 1300 796 688
