Questions and Answers
Events below are not problems:
* The temperature of the refrigerator and the compressor will rise and the compressor will
run for comparatively longer periods when the refrigerator is first started.
* Wipe water drops on the external surface of the refrigerator with a soft cloth.
* When the refrigerator is opened frequently or stay open too long in humid seasons, the
cavity will be dampened.
* A slight sound will be heard when the liquid refrigerant circulates or when the compressor
switches on and off.
* A slight sound will be heard when defrosted water drops into the evaporating dish.
* The compressor will operate for comparatively longer periods if excessive quantities of
food are stored or the ambient temperature is high.
* The evaporator will produce odors if the compartment is not cleaned.
Caution:The refrigerator should never be restarted until a period of at least five
minutes has elapsed.
Please determine the cause of the problem before making any
repairs.
Phenomena Causes
Refrigerator will not
start.
Bad connection to power source (plug, socket and fuse)
* The temperature knob is at the 0 position
* Low voltage
The lamp does not
blink.
* Bulb failure
* Power supply not connected
* The temperature knob is at the 0 position
Excessive noise.
* Uneven placement
* Contact between the refrigerator and a wall or other article
Compressor
operates for a long
period or
tempera-ture does
not reach set point.
* First time of operation
* Excessive food stored
* Frequent opening of the refrigerator door due to hot weather
* The temperature controller is not set properly
* Refrigerator is in direct sunlight, or close to a heat source
* Poor ventilation, or dirt on the condenser
Food dry * Food not properly covered or sealed
Strange odor
* Failure to seal food properly
* Rotting food inside refrigerator
* Refrigerator should be cleaned. See "Cleaning"
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