Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service
Problem
Appliance does not
operate
Vibration or rattling
(slight vibration is
normal)
Motor operates for
long periods or cycles
on and off frequently
Compartment too
warm
Appliance has odor
Door not closing
properly
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Possible Causes
Appliance may be in defrost
cycle.
Appliance is unplugged.
Appliance is powered off.
The circuit breaker is tripped/ he
fuse is blown.
GFI outlet is tripped.
Appliance is on an uneven
surface.
Normal when appliance is first
plugged in.
Often occurs when large
amounts of wine or beverages
are placed in the appliance.
Door left open.
Hot weather or frequent door
openings.
Temperature control set at the
coldest setting.
Normal when appliance is first
plugged in.
Often occurs when large
amounts of wine or beverages
are placed in the appliance.
Temperature control not set cold
enough.
Warm weather or frequent door
openings.
Door left open.
Interior needs cleaning.
Door gasket is sticking or folding
over.
The door is hitting an internal
component inside the appliance.
What To Do
This is normal. Compressor does not operate for about
30 minutes when in defrost cycle.
Push the plug completely into the outlet.
Control section.
Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
Reset outlet.
GFI outlet is not recommended.
Adjust the leveling legs as shown in the Installation
Instructions.
Wait 24 hours for the appliance to completely cool
down.
This is normal.
Always make sure that the door is closed after opening.
Check to see if a bottle is holding door open.
This is normal.
Allow 24 hours for temperature to change.
Wait 24 hours for the appliance to completely cool
down.
This is normal.
See Temperature Control section.
See Temperature Control section.
Always make sure that the door is closed after opening.
Check to see if a bottle is holding door open.
See Care and cleaning.
every 3 months.
Apply petroleum jelly or paraffin wax to the face of the
gasket.
Adjust internal components to prevent interference.
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