Before you call, 18 common occurrences – FRIGIDAIRE FFHT1831QQ User Manual

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Common Occurrences

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you

time and expense. This list includes common occurrences

that are not the result of defective workmanship or

materials in this appliance.

Refrigerator does not run.

• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset

circuit breaker.

• The refrigerator/freezer control is turned to “0”

(Mechanical controls) or “OFF” (Electronic controls).

• Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes

and check again.

Freezer temperature is colder

than preferred. Refrigerator

temperature is satisfactory.

• Set auxiliary freezer control to a warmer setting until

freezer temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the

temperature to stabilize.

Refrigerator temperature is too

cold. Freezer temperature is

satisfactory.

• Set refrigerator/freezer control to a warmer setting. Allow

24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Then check freezer

temperatures and adjust as needed.

Freezer temperature is warmer

than preferred. Refrigerator

temperature is satisfactory.

• Set auxiliary freezer control to a colder setting until

freezer temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the

temperature to stabilize.

Refrigerator temperature is too

warm. Freezer temperature is

satisfactory.

• Set refrigerator/freezer control to a colder setting.

Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Then check

refrigerator temperatures and adjust as needed.

Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates. • The cabinet is not level.

• Floor is weak.
• See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section.

Odors in refrigerator.

• Interior needs to be cleaned.
• Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped.

Cabinet light not working.

• Replace light bulb.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
• Light switch may be stuck. Push in light switch, located

on the refrigerator control box, to release.

Automatic ice maker not

working (some models)

• Ensure the wire signal arm is not in UP position.
• Ice maker should produce 2.5 to 3 pounds of ice in a 24

hour period.

• Water supply is turned off.
• Water pressure is too low.
• The freezer is not cold enough.

Refrigerator makes beeping

sound.

• Close door.
• Press light switch.

BEFORE YOU CALL

Visit our web site at

www.frigidaire.com.

1-800-944-9044 (United States)

1-800-265-8352 (Canada)

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