Troubleshooting, Problem solution – Lec TS55142W User Manual

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Troubleshooting

Before calling Lec Customer Care, please check the table

below to see if the problem can be solved without calling

for a Service engineer.

Please note: Any damage caused by not following the

instructions within this handbook may lead to a charge

for a service engineer visit and any repairs carried out.

9

Problem

Solution

The fridge / freezer doesn’t work

Check that the appliance is switched on

Check that the plug is not damaged

Check that the fuse has not blown

Check that the voltage is correct for the appliance

Turn the thermostat up higher

Check there has not been a power cut by checking the household

lights.

Unusual noises

Check that the appliance is on a flat, level surface and is stable.

Check that nothing is coming into contact with the appliance.

The temperature inside the

fridge / freezer is not cold

enough.

Check that there is not too much stored in the appliance.

Check the frequency of door openings. If opened too often this can

cause the compressor to run for some time.

Check that the thermostat is set to a suitable temperature.

Check that the appliance is not in direct sunlight, or near a heating

source.

Check that the ventilation grille has not become blocked.

Check the ambient temperature is within the operation limits of the

appliance (16˚C - 38˚C)

The temperature inside the

appliance is too cold

Change the temperature setting to a more suitable setting.

The outer surfaces of the fridge

/ freezer are wet

Caused by condensation - dry the outer of the appliance carefully.

The inner surfaces of the fridge /

freezer are wet

The door is opened frequently, or kept open too long.

Caused by condensation - dry the inside of the appliance thoroughly.

Excess frost and ice has built up

inside the appliance.

Check that the door has not been left open.

Check that the door gasket is clean and undamaged.

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