troubleshooting guide
Fixing a malfunction
A malfunction may be due to a minor problem that you can solve yourself using the instructions in the
following table. Before calling a technician, perform the following checks:
Your refrigerator doesn't work.
1.
Check:
that it is properly plugged in,
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that your home's main power switch is not switched off,
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that the thermostat is not set to "0",
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that the socket is suitable. To do this, plug another appliance into the same socket.
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Your refrigerator is not working as well as it should.
2.
Check:
that the refrigerator is not overloaded with food,
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that the doors are closed properly,
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that the condenser is not covered in dust,
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that the space left at the back and around the sides of the appliance is sufficient.
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Your appliance is noisy:
3.
The cooling gas circulating in the refrigeration circuit can sometimes make a small noise even when the
compressor is not running. Don't worry, this is completely normal.
If you hear a different noise, check:
that the appliance is vertical,
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that nothing is touching the back,
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that the contents of the appliance are not vibrating.
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If there's water in the bottom of the refrigerator:
4.
Check that the defrost water drain hole is not blocked (use the defrost water drain plug to clean the
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hole).
If the information above does not help you solve your specific problem, do not attempt to perform any
repairs on the appliance yourself; Contact your retailer's after-sales department.
IMPORTANT: Repairs to your refrigerator should
only be carried out by qualified service technicians.
Improper repairs can lead to hazards for users.
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