Refrigerator

Refrigerator Repair

Here are just a few of the many issues that Fleet Appliance Service technicians are trained to diagnose and repair: 

 

 

Frigidaire Gallery Refrigerator

Frigidaire Gallery Refrigerator Ice Maker Repair

 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE 

AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER  

Ice maker is not making any ice?

CAUSE 

• Ice maker wire signal arm is in the “up” or OFF position.

• Ice maker power switch is Off.

• Ice maker has small cube caught in mechanism.

• Saddle valve on cold water pipe is clogged or restricted by foreign material.

CORRECTION 

Move wire signal arm to the “down” or ON position. (side mounted)

• Turn power switch to On (“I”) position. (rear mounted)

• Remove small cube from ice maker. The ice and water filter cartridge may be clogged. Replace filter cartridge.

• Turn off household water line valve. Remove valve. Ensure that valve is not a self-piercing saddle valve. Clean valve. Replace valve if necessary. 

Ice maker is not making enough ice?

CAUSE  

• Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect.

• Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal.

CORRECTION 

• Side mounted ice maker should produce 4 to 4.5 pounds (approximately 4 quarts) of ice every 24 hours. A rear mounted ice maker should produce 3 to 4 pounds (approximately 3½ quarts) of ice every 24 hours. Quick Ice option should produce up to 50% more ice every 24 hours.

• If it is, replace the ice and water filter cartridge. 

Ice maker will not stop making ice?

CAUSE 

• Ice maker wire signal arm is being held down by some item in the freezer.

CORRECTION 

• Move item and release wire signal arm. Remove any ice cubes that are frozen together over the wire signal arm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Whirlpool Refrigerator

Refrigerator Not Cold?

Defrost Mode

Is your refrigerator in Defrost mode?

• If interior lights come on and nothing seems to be working, the refrigerator is in Defrost Mode. The refrigerator and freezer sections automatically defrost. Wait 30 minutes for your refrigerator to resume normal operations.

Temperture Cotrol Setting

Are your temperature controls set properly?

• Your refrigerator should not be placed where temperatures will exceed 110°F (43°) or drop below 55°F (13°).
• For your convenience, your temperature controls are preset at the factory to "mid setting" which should be correct for normal household use.      However, your controls may need to be adjusted. If so, adjust the temperature one setting colder and wait 24 hrs for the compartments to cool.              Repeat until desired temperature is reached.
• The best indicator of refrigerator temperature are beverages. If you are not satisfied with the beverage temperature, adjust the refrigerator control to the desired setting.
• The best indicator of freezer temperatures is ice cream. Ice Cream should be frozen but spoon able. If you are not satisfied with the ice cream temperature, adjust the freezer control to the desired setting.
• Note: temperatures of items in the door bins are less cold than interior shelf items.
• Refer to your Use and Care Guide for instructions on adjusting the temperature controls for your model

 

Is the cooling control turned on?

• Given that the refrigerator is equipped with a "Cooling On/Off" feature, there will be a "Cooling On/Off " button located on the control panel at the top of the refrigerator compartment or the feature can be activated using the control panel on the exterior dispenser. If cooling is turned off, neither your refrigerator nor freezer will cool. make sure Cooling is turned on.

Refer to your Use and Care Guide for instructions on using the Cooling On/Off feature.

 

Usage

Have you increased usage? Are the doors opened often?

• If your doors have been opened frequently, doors have been opened for long periods of time, or your refrigerator was recently installed, wait 24-48 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool.
• Be aware that the refrigerator will warm when doors are opened often. In order to keep your refrigerator cool, try to limit continuous opening of doors.

 

Large Loads

• Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It could take several hours for the refrigerator to return to the normal temperature

 

Air-Flow Ventilation

Are there food items blocking air vents?

• In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit airflow between the freezer and refrigerator compartments.
• Cool air enters and exits the refrigerator compartment from the freezer compartment through vents. Depending on your model, these vents are in different locations. Refer to the illustrations below.
• Once you’ve located your vents in both sections, ensure that there is nothing blocking the air flow.
• If vents are blocked, airflow will decrease. This may cause temperature and moisture problems.

Freezer on Bottom

 Freeze on Top

 

 

Side by Side

 

Whirlpool Refrigerator

Whirlpool Refrigerator Runs Too Much?

 

Answer

Whirlpool Refrigerator

Whirlpool Refrigerator Repair Tips

 Refrigerator or Freezer Not Cooling?

Appliance, Refrigerator

Maintenance Tips for Your Refrigerator

Caring for your refrigerator is important, especially if you have just upgraded your old refrigerator to a brand new one. While the new refrigerators are much more advanced and much less likely to break down, it is still essential that you do your part to care for your fridge if you want it to last as long as it is meant to. You can actually do a few simple things to care for the fridge, and DIY maintenance is a great way to ensure that your fridge lasts as long as possible.

1. Refrigerator Maintenance: Defrost the Freezer

Caring for your fridge means that you will need to defrost your freezer fairly regularly, no less than every month or two. The reason for this is that the ice tends to accumulate as you open and close the door to your fridge, and the ice can cause the door to not close properly and can even break the inside of your freezer. Letting the freezer defrost takes all of a day or so, and you can plan to defrost it regularly by ensuring that all of the items in your freezer are used so as not to let them spoil. Simply unplug the fridge, open the door, and let the ice melt on its own.

2. Refrigerator Maintenance: Wash Gaskets

The seal of the freezer and fridge doors will tend to get covered in a thin layer of grime due to the constant moisture of the interior of the fridge. It is essential to keep these clean, as they may cause the door to seal improperly when they are dirty. When they don’t seal properly, they can let the cold air escape and increase your electric bill. Using a cloth and detergent to clean the gasket is a matter of minutes, but will help to ensure that your fridge stays clean.

3. Refrigerator Maintenance: Clean the Drip Pan

The condensation from the fridge drips into the drip pan beneath the fridge, and dust from around the kitchen tends to accumulate there as well. When this happens, you will find that the drip pan is full of a thick greyish liquid that looks awful and could clog up the system. Make sure to wash it once in a while to keep it free of blockages.

4. Refrigerator Maintenance: Clean the Coils Frequently

The coils of the fridge will usually get dusty quite quickly, as they are behind the fridge and are rarely cleaned. It is best to wash the coils at least once every two or three months, and you can do so with a vacuum cleaner to ensure that they operate as efficiently as possible.

5. Refrigerator Maintenance: Replace Water Filters

If your fridge has a water filter, make sure to replace it to prevent the spout from getting clogged. Replacing the water filter will also prevent bacteria from growing in the spout, bacteria which will get into your cup of ice water and could upset your stomach.

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What To Consider When Shopping For Undercounter Refrigirators

Like many people you may find yourself short of refrigerator space. You may also wish to find a solution to the hassle of interrupting your meal preparation to walk to your full size fridge every time you need something from it. A mini fridge offers you extra refrigerator space. The size makes it convenient to place virtually anywhere you want to. It is great for a small apartment or an office, as it is for a family home.

Undercounter refrigerators are an asset to every kitchen. They are also great to place under the counter at a bar or a restaurant. Such an appliance allows you to use the available space under a counter in an efficient and versatile manner. There are several issues that you would need to keep in mind when shopping for a mini fridge.

The first and most important, of course, is how you expect to use the refrigerator. Do you intend to use it to store beverages, fruits and vegetables, or do you want to use such a fridge for extra freezer space? If you are looking for additional freezer space then you need to shop for a freezer that can be accommodated under the counter. Do choose a model that doesn’t open outwards as you would find it difficult to open and access.

Your choice of refrigerator and the brand would depend on your requirements and your budget. You also need to consider the space where you intend to place the undercounter fridge. It is important that the size of the fridge is such that it can be easily placed under the counter, with some space to spare.

You would need to think about which side the door of the refrigerator would open from. You don’t want to risk banging the door against a wall when you open it to take out or put food in. Some brands offer undercounter refrigerators that allow the door to be installed on either side, while others don’t have such a feature. Others have drawers. So, you would need to make your choice rather carefully.

It is best to choose from frost free undercounter refrigerators. This would ensure that you don’t need to defrost it to clear it of excess ice. A refrigerator that doesn’t offer such a feature would be difficult to clean and defrost. You would need to take it out from under the counter in order to drain away the water from the melted ice. It is recommended that you do an online research that will help you choose the model and brand that meets your specifications.