Troubleshooting
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Many common
upright
refrigerator/deep freezer problems are easily resolved. Try the troubleshooting
suggestions below to see if the problems can be resolved before having to contact the service department.
Problem
Possible Causes
Solutions
Freezer external sur-
face is
warm
•
The external upright refrig-
erator/deep freezer walls can
be as much as 30°F warmer
•
This is normal while the compressor works to trans-
fer heat from inside the upright refrigerator/deep
freezer cabinet
Moisture forms on in-
side
upright refrigerator/
deep freezer walls
•
Weather is hot and humid,
which increases internal rate of
frost buildup
•
Door may not be seating
properly
•
Door is kept open too long, or is
opened too frequently
•
This is normal
•
Check door installation
•
Open the door less often
Odors in upright
refrigerator/
deep freezer
•
Interior needs to be cleaned
•
Food with strong odors are in
the upright refrigerator/deep
freezer
•
Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking
soda
