Troubleshooting – Summit FF1625SS User Manual

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Troubleshooting

If there is a problem with your refrigerator, before calling an authorized service center, carry out
an investigation by consulting the following table. If after performing these tests you are still in
doubt, you can contact our service center at 800-932-4267 and it will be our pleasure to assist
you.

Problem

Probable Cause

Possible Solution

There is no current.

Check fuses in electric system.
Make sure plug is tightly pushed into
the outlet.

Defective outlet

Connect another appliance to the
outlet to confirm whether outlet is
defective.

Plug disconnected

Connect the plug.

Power cord damaged

Call an authorized service center.

Installed in an unsuitable location

See "Installation" instructions.

Refrigerator does
not run.

Refrigerator is not level.

Adjust the leveling screws.

Crunching sound

See "Normal operating sounds"
under General Information.

Compressor sound

See "Normal operating sounds".

Gas expansion sound

See "Normal operating sounds".

Defrosting sound

See "Normal operating sounds".

Abnormal sounds

Ventilation system sound

See "Normal operating sounds".

Air does not seems to be
circulating efficiently.

Remove air vent obstructions.

Refrigerator does
not get cold.

Doors are opened frequently.

Instruct people to open doors only
when necessary.

External
condensation

High humidity in the atmosphere
(normal in certain climates and
seasons).

Install the refrigerator in a well-
ventilated location.

Magnetic door seal does not
adhere properly.

Adjust the leveling screws to gently
tilt the refrigerator backwards.

External
condensation near
the magnetic seal

The doors are opened frequently.

Instruct people to open doors only
when necessary.
Wrap up the foods and put lids on
containers of liquids.

Internal
condensation

Foods are not wrapped up, are
not in airtight containers or are
hot. Liquids may be in containers
without lids, thus generating
excessive moisture.

Do not store hot foods.

Excessive moisture
in the foods in the
crisper drawer

Humidity controls are in the wrong
position.

Adjust the humidity controls of the
drawer to a more open position.

Ice crystals form in
the freezer.

Moisture filtration through the
door

Make sure that nothing is preventing
the door from closing correctly. If
necessary, reorganize the foods in
the freezer. If formation of ice
continues, call your authorized
service center.

The internal light
bulb does not come
on.

Light bulb has blown.

Replace light bulb.

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