Marietta Appliance Repair (678) 355-9181

Refrigerator does not run and the light does not work:

• Make sure the refrigerator is plugged in securely

• Check for a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker

• Test the power outlet for current

• Inspect the electrical cord for damage

• Eliminate use of an extension cord, if any is being used

• Check the outlet voltage

Refrigerator does not run but the light works:

• Check the temperature setting

• Make certain there is a three inch space outside of the refrigerator between the walls and the back and sides and at least a one inch gap above, to allow for air flow

• Clean the condensor coils

• Unplug the refrigerator, wait two hours and plug it in. If you hear it running, a problem is causing the compressor to overheat

• Test the temperature control

• Test the evaporator fan

• Test the defrost timer

• Test the compressor relay

• Test the overload protector

• Test the compressor motor

Refrigerator light does not work:

• Replace the bulb

• Test the door switch

Refrigerator or freezer is not cold enough:

• Check the temperature setting

• Assure that there is enough room for air flow in the refrigerator or freezer

• Check for air flow restrictions in vents

• Test the temperature control

• Clean the condensor coils

• Check the door seals

• Test the door switch

• Test defrost heater

• Test defrost timer

• Test evaporator fan

• Check for a clogged drain tube

• Check for refrigerant leak

Refrigerator or freezer is too cold:

• Check the temperature setting

• Test the temperature control

Refrigerator is noisy or makes strange sounds:

• Hissing and popping is normal on frost free refrigerators, it is the defrost heater

• Check that the refrigerator is level

• Check the drain pan

• Check the condensor fan

• Check the evaporator fan

• Inspect the compressor mounts

Refrigerator runs continuously:

• Defrost the freezer

• Clean the condensor coils

• Check the door seals

• Test the door switch

• If you recently adjusted the temperature control, loaded the refrigerator or are in a humid location, it is not uncommon for a refrigerator to run for 24 hours or more before getting cool

Refrigerator starts and stops frequently :

• Clean the condensor coils
• Check the outlet voltage
• Test the condensor fan
• Test the compressor relay
• Test the overload protector
• Test the compressor motor

Freezer does not defrost automatically :

• Test the defrost timer

• Test the defrost heater

• Test the defrost thermostat

Refrigerator has an unpleasant odor:

• Remove spoiled food

• Clean refrigerator interior with a solution of hot water and baking soda

• Clean the door seals

• Remove breaker strips and check for wet insulation

Water on floor outside of refrigerator:

• Check the drain pan

• If you have an ice-maker, check the water supply hose going into and coming out of the water inlet valve

Water inside the refrigerator :

• Clean the drain tube

• If you have an ice-maker, check refrigerator and ice-maker for level.

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