Kenmore 30 Owner's Manual page 24

BeforeYou CaM!for Service
Save time and money.
Check this list of causes of minor operating problems you can correct yourself.
Problem Possible Cause
Refrigerator does o May be in defrost cycle when fan and compressor motor do not operate for about
not operate 30 minutes_.
* Temperature control in OFF position.
* If the interior light is not on, the refrigerator may not be plugged in at the wall outtet_
* If the plug is secure and the refrigerator fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small
appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or a
burned-out fiase.
Compressor operates * Modem refrigerators with more storage space and a larger fi:eezer compartment
for long periods require more operating time.
o Normal when ref_'igerator is first delivered to your home--usually requires
24
hours
to completely cool down.
= Large amounts of food placed in refiigerator to be cooled or frozen_
o Hot weather--frequent door openings.
o Door left open or door' is not sealing when closed because refrigerator is not level.
o Temperature controls are set too cold.
= Condenser needs cleaning.
Motor starts and * Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures,.
stops frequently This is normal_
Vibration or rattling * If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor_
The rollers need adjusting, or floor is weak or uneven.
* If dishes vibrate on shelves, t_'y moving them. Slight vibration is normal
* Icemaker supply line may be rattling; move the refrigerator 1/2" (I 3 ram) out flora the wall.
Hot air from bottom • Normal air flow cooling motor'. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat
of refrigerator be expelled in the area under the _efrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor at
these normal and safe operating temperatures. Your floor covering supplier should
be consulted if you object to this discoloration,,
Foods dry out ° Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly.
Fresh food or freezer • Temperature control not set cold enough.
compartment ° Warm weather--frequent door openings.
temperature too
warm
° Door
left open for long time.
o Package may be holding door open, door may be overloaded oK the magnets are not
malting contact with the doors. You may need to clean the magnets_
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