WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
PROBLEM
Freezer Will Not Operate
Lights Do Not Work
Water in Defrost Drain Pan
Motor Seems to Run Too Much
Temperature Is Too Warm
The Door Will Not Close
Completely or Is Difficult to
Open
Freezer Makes Loud Buzzing/
Clicking Sound
Freezer Operation
RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS
Check that it is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Check that the temperature control is turned on.
Check that the freezer is not running an Automatic Defrost cycle.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Check that it is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Check that the light bulb is tight in the socket and is not burned out.
It is normal for water to drip into the defrost drain pan when the freezer is defrosting.
When humidity is high, it is normal for water in the defrost pan to take longer to evaporate.
Check that the door closes properly.
Defrost and clean the freezer to remove excessive frost.
Adding a large amount of food warms the freezer, causing the freezer to run longer to cool back
down. If this is the situation, wait approximately 6 to 8 hours to allow the freezer to reach the
correct temperature.
Get all needed items out at one time, keep food organized, and close the door as soon as
possible.
Check that the condenser coils are clean.
Check that the door gasket is sealed all the way around. If not, contact a qualified technician.
Check that space around freezer meets air circulation requirements. See the "Location
Requirements" section.
NOTE: If none of the above is true, your new freezer will run longer than your old one due to its
high-efficiency motor.
Check that air vents are clear. See the "Ensuring Proper Air Circulation" section for air
vent locations.
Get all needed items out at one time, keep food organized, and close the door as soon as
possible.
Adding a large amount of food warms the freezer, causing the freezer to run longer to cool
back down.
Check that the temperature control is set correctly for surrounding conditions.
Check that there are no food packages blocking the door.
On some models, check that the shelves and baskets are in the correct position.
Check that gaskets are clean. See the "Caring for Your Refrigerator or Freezer" section.
Check that the freezer is stable.
Adding a large amount of food warms the freezer. It can take several hours for the freezer to return
to normal temperature.
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