How to Troubleshoot a Refrigerator Not Cooling

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This #DIY refrigerator troubleshooting video shows how to diagnose and repair a common refrigerator that isn't cooling. Get expert DIY tips on how to check the cooling system to determine what's wrong and fix it.
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There are a few different parts that could be to blame if your refrigerator isn't cooling. Your automatic defrost system may not be melting the frost off your evaporator coils. The compressor, which circulates coolant, may not be working correctly. Your evaporator fan may not be blowing cool air in your refrigerator. Or your thermistor may not be sending the correct temperature signals to your electronic control board, which controls all the major components. This video will walk you though some simple tests to help narrow down what's causing the problem and provide links to more advanced tests to figure out which part or wire needs to be replaced to get your refrigerator up and running.
1. Check for power
If you can’t hear your refrigerator running, check for power by opening the refrigerator door to see if the light turns on. If the light doesn’t turn on, make sure the refrigerator is plugged in and that the power cord isn’t damaged. Then make sure that the electrical outlet is working by plugging in a lamp or an appliance that makes noise like a blow dryer. If the outlet is broken, have it repaired by a qualified electrician.
2. Check for excessive frost
Check for excessive frost buildup on the evaporator, which can inhibit cooling. You may need to troubleshoot issues with the automatic defrost system if the evaporator is caked with frost.
3. Enter diagnostic test mode
Most refrigerators have a diagnostic test mode that checks refrigerator operations. Check the tech sheet for instructions. Look for it behind the bottom front grill or taped to the back of the refrigerator.
4. Test the compressor
Press the door switch twice to start the compressor. The control beeps twice and then the compressor should start. If you don’t hear the compressor turn on, check the start relay on the compressor.
5. Check the evaporator fan
To check the fan, press the door switch twice within 2 seconds and wait for the two beeps. Repeat this step 2 more times. The control beeps twice and then starts the evaporator fan. If the evaporator fan doesn't run, unplug the refrigerator and check the evaporator fan.
6. Check the thermistor/temperature sensor
Watch our video to troubleshoot problems with the temperature sensor.
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@deatheven13 11 ай бұрын

Cheers for Wayne. Thought my fridge might be dying but it looks like a dead bulb. Knowing how to force the fridge into a mode that makes noise if its on / receiving power is amazing and I'm going to make sure all my friends know about this clip.

@vishnary 8 жыл бұрын

Your comment about the start relay and link provided to your video at 1:48 on Troubleshooting Compressor Problems in Refrigerators was all I needed to get my refrigerator working again. Many thanks for helping me save about $1,200 to replace a perfectly good refrigerator that simply had a bad relay.

@OpaeUlaRelated 7 жыл бұрын

vishnary

@aunm4979 6 жыл бұрын

Hmrui friegh Ka nichy wala portion bht zada brf ki layeres LGA Ra yh ku ha ko reason bta dn

@chandniyadav3426 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Worked for me!

@marlonsedano9749 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for fixing my fridge

@sharlenegriffiths8983 3 жыл бұрын

It really worked!!! Thank you.

@earthssurvival8919 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for this useful video , it solved the problem

@cerysjones6240 6 ай бұрын

This was super helpful, thank you so much!

@RedzClapz 5 жыл бұрын

This video help me out a lot

@naikmohd381 7 жыл бұрын

Great one to work for people, Thanks a lot

@zelafihoucine6360 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks sir , you are the best

@jaredhoffman6441 5 жыл бұрын

My freeze was cold and fridge not so much. Need the ac system worked because of that. Dropped that top plate down where he says check the thermoister and mine was a block of ice! Deforsted turned the freezer down a tad and fridge down aswell! Works now!

@specialturnage2119 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much your video really help me out refrigerator is running again

@chubbsboss2182 6 жыл бұрын

Special Turnage then you better go catch it

@1973jdmc 5 жыл бұрын

Great video -

@skswanson 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@koladeyinkasunday1211 4 жыл бұрын

Well done for the good job. Please my refrigerator compressor is working but it does not supply heat to the condenser coil and it makes the freezer not to cool at all. What could have happened?

@djfastfreddy8949 5 жыл бұрын

ok good to know. i will try your suggestions. thanks

@HAVILA65 4 жыл бұрын

Really good and instructive video thank you. What model number is this fridge please?

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

Kenmore model 253.60412411

@emilywalton4105 2 жыл бұрын

Also, check the light bulb if it's loose. If your model is older.

@intoxicviii 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro, now I'm chillen my beers 🍻

@maureenpeniuk863 3 жыл бұрын

These are amazing videos! Thanks so much for sharing. I am going to try and trouble shoot a problem with a fridge that is not cooling. Although it does cool the freezer a bit. there is no cooling in the fridge and the fan in the freezer is noisy. It was left plugged in over the winter in an unheated building by the previous owner. Might you be able to suggest the most likely places I should target my testing. Thank you!

@dahliadymonds614 3 жыл бұрын

That’s what’s happening with my fridge right now. Did you solve it?

@lando8398 3 жыл бұрын

Fix the fan in your freezer, that's your problem.

@brettking8663 3 жыл бұрын

Wayne, you're more country than pigs feet, fat back, crackling cornbread, pinto beans, turnip greens, sweet tea and blackberry cobbler. You make a southerner like me proud. Go Vols!

@dougharlow6037 2 жыл бұрын

Wayne HELP, I have a Frigidaire Refrigerator FFHT1513LW2. I had problems with a warn refrigerator, cold freezer. After querying online I replaced the Compressor Start Relay, that didn’t work, then the Defrost Timer, then the Temperature Control Thermostat, that seemed to work, but now the refrigerator is getting colder and colder. No mater where I adjust the Temperature Control Thermostat knob, even all the way to the left, the warmest setting it freezes my 2 liters, bread, etc. Is my Temperature Control Thermostat defective or what? I also get a loud snapping noise, like someone snapping their fingers loudly, ever so often. Thanks for you video.

@searspartsdirect 2 жыл бұрын

Check the temperature knob in the back of the freezer compartment. Set that knob to "Normal" (the middle setting) if it's not already there. If that setting is normal and the refrigerator compartment is freezing everything, then the new temperature control thermostat may be faulty.

@dougharlow6037 2 жыл бұрын

@@searspartsdirect THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE REPLY. The freezer knob is set to coldest, all the way to the right. The freezer seems to be working fine. The refrigerator is freezing my food/drinks. The refrigerator knob is set all the way to the left, warmest.

@searspartsdirect 2 жыл бұрын

@@dougharlow6037 Try adjusting both knobs to the middle setting and give the refrigerator 2 days for temperatures to adjust to the new settings and see what happens.

@stewfly9227 3 жыл бұрын

general electric fridge gets power but compressor stopped so I pressed the button and held it like you said to enter "test mode" and compressor fired up. is it okay to leave it like this. also the fan in the rear bottom has sparked a day earlier , started on fire, then stopped working. I have disconnected that fan motor and placed a household fan near it to provide airflow.,... is this okay? or must I replace that small fan motor in the rear bottom...

@aux1z11 7 жыл бұрын

I have this same looking fridge for the basement and the freezer works well and fridge is warm , so I think ice has built up and is blocking cold air for the fridge. it has done this before a few years back and I turned it off for a few days and let it all melt. I am thinking it needs a new heating element , what do you think ?

@searspartsdirect 7 жыл бұрын

The defrost heating element could be broken but we recommend that you use the defrost troubleshooting advice in this video to determine why your refrigerator isn’t cooling: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nr92h5Vlt9XGc4k.html

@JuanPerez-sj8gg 11 ай бұрын

Do fridgidaire fridges have those options?

@etzdeir9745 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. You know your business and I appreciate your help. I called a Sears repariman some months ago and my experience was not good, Just threw about $85 down the drain.

@artistinchaos 5 жыл бұрын

I didn't know refrigerators could do that, hello from the future

@hungup1984 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for this video! I thought my fridge was broken. Then I tested the outlet & that is the problem. Thanks!

@kaylanorris8334 3 жыл бұрын

What was wrong with the outlet?

@djfastfreddy8949 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I installed the 3-1 hard start unit b/c the relay and overload were so expensive. So you’re saying that if the control board was ok, that the hard would’ve worked and ignited the compressor and fans?

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Let us know the model number of your refrigerator so we can see the type of control that it uses. Also, let us know the part number of the 3-1 hard start unit that you installed in the refrigerator.

@susanhawkes2519 6 жыл бұрын

My mother's fridge is 40 years old. No computerized crap, no problems.

@bababooey7576 6 жыл бұрын

I hear you! I dated the one in my basement by the serial number or something, and it came to sept. 1959!. it was given to us in 2005 by our close friends. I remember it when they still lived in the city back in the 80's...never one break down and super ass cold...

@chubbsboss2182 6 жыл бұрын

So is it running?

@bababooey7576 6 жыл бұрын

chubbsboss21 If you're asking myself, yes. Ironically, it is our main fridge at the moment. Our 6-7 year old fridge, is on the fritz.

@sierratrey 5 жыл бұрын

Isn’t it amazing how really expensive necessities such as, I don’t know, a refrigerator can’t even last 5 years now? I have the exact model from the video. I ran all the tests, checked for excessive frost, etc. The only way I can keep it cold is to run the diagnostic test every few hours (hopefully it keeps working until a service tech gets here 🤞) Anyone want to sell an old 50’s or 60’s ice box? 🤪🙄😫

@lando8398 3 жыл бұрын

Everything is made to break nowadays so businesses can continue to bring in revenue. Sucks for us consumers though, unless we learn how to fix our household items. So far I've fixed 2 flat-screen, dishwasher, garbage disposal, coffee grinder, and rice cooker. I refuse to have to give them my hard earned money.

@wtfhappened1965 5 жыл бұрын

please help. I have this model and every few hours it makes that beep by its self. drove me crazy wondering where it was coming from. its the fridge. that exact sound you have it make during testing. any ideas please????

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute and then plug it back in. That will reset the electronic control board and the beeping may stop. If that tactic doesn't work, the "door open" alarm could be sounding or the control may be in the diagnostic test mode. Make sure the refrigerator door is fully closed. If the alarm sounds with the door fully shut, test the door switch by opening the refrigerator and pressing in the door switch plunger to see if the interior light turns off. If the interior light stays on when you press in the door switch plunger, then you'll likely need to replace the door switch because the switch contacts are broken. Here's a video that shows how to replace the door switch: www.searspartsdirect.com/repair-guide/refrigerator/how-to-replace-the-light-switch-in-a-top-freezer-refrigerator.html . Unplug the refrigerator before replacing parts. If the door switch works, then the refrigerator may be in the diagnostic test mode. Press the door switch 4 times and hold the door switch on the 4th press until you hear a long beep indicating the control exited the diagnostic mode. The refrigerator may stop beeping after exiting the diagnostic mode if that mode was enabled. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know.

@jahangirsarwar9491 4 жыл бұрын

Best. West point refrigerator cooling norka and switch Pradushan kya hai checking

@happygirl7258 6 жыл бұрын

Hi. We replaced the evaporator fan on our Kenmore Elite model # 795.79043.310. It is running but the fridge/freezer still isn't cooling down enough.

@searspartsdirect 6 жыл бұрын

Blocked air vents can prevent the refrigerator section from cooling. Move any items blocking the supply air vent at the top of the back wall inside the refrigerator section. Also move any items covering the return air vents at the bottom of the refrigerator section. If the vents aren’t blocked, then the air supply damper for the refrigerator may be stuck shut. Unplug the refrigerator and replace the air damper if it won’t open to allow cold air from the freezer to enter the refrigerator section. A failed temperature sensor, bad control board or a problem in the automatic defrost system also can prevent the refrigerator from cooling. We recommend that you have a service technician examine and repair the refrigerator if you’re not able to find the cause of the refrigerator cooling problem on your own. You can schedule service here: www.searshomeservices.com/.

@happygirl7258 6 жыл бұрын

Sears PartsDirect Thank you so much. We are currently preparing to evacuate from Irma and will try your methods next week. Do you recommend that we unplug the fridge during our evacuation?

@searspartsdirect 6 жыл бұрын

Shannon Marie, we hope you made it through Irma safely. In the future, unplugging the refrigerator during an evacuation is a good idea because power surges during the storm can damage the electronic control board in the refrigerator. Please let us know if there’s anything else we can help with.

@gloriaregalado3894 6 жыл бұрын

Hi have a GFE27GSDSS, 3 yrs old, the fridge is warm but the freezer is fine. How can I tell what the problem is? there is a little ice behind the veggie/fruit drawers. thanks

@searspartsdirect 6 жыл бұрын

The refrigerator section has a separate evaporator from the freezer section. An air leak into the cabinet from a leaky refrigerator door gasket could be causing excessive frost to build up on the refrigerator section’s evaporator. Excessive frost blocks cooling air passages through the evaporator fan and cooling tower in the refrigerator section. Check the refrigerator door seals and replace any door seal that leaks. If the door seals are okay, then a bad defrost heater or a failed defrost bi-metal thermostat on the refrigerator evaporator can also cause excessive frost. Here’s a video that shows how to troubleshoot the defrost system on a refrigerator: www.searspartsdirect.com/article/troubleshooting-defrost-system-problems-in-refrigerators.html. The defrost system in the refrigerator section of your unit will be different than the one shown in that video, but the basic troubleshooting tips in the video should help you test the defrost heater and bi-metal thermostat on your model. A failed evaporator fan (www.searspartsdirect.com/part-number/WR60X10357/0046/363.html) can also prevent the refrigerator from cooling. Replace the refrigerator evaporator fan if it doesn’t run when activated by the main control board. If you’re not able to determine what’s causing your refrigerator cooling problem, we recommend that you have a service technician examine and repair the refrigerator. You can schedule service here: www.searshomeservices.com/.

@monicawarren3678 4 жыл бұрын

I saw you in my email from Sear,your bloopers are so funny and I like you beard❤so I subscribed😉

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing and for the positive comments. We're glad to hear that you liked the bloopers video.

@Cherno4625 4 жыл бұрын

Freezer stopped freezing and next day fridge went hot too. I ch3cked if the coils were dirty and they were a little, cleaned up. Plugged in and you can here and see the fan kick on, lights on too. Compressor powers on, you can hear a low steady hum but it never kicks over loudly like before when it was cooling. I haven't seen a video on the french door style Kenmore elite with the freezer on the bottom.

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

The hum that you're hearing could be fans running instead of the compressor motor. If the compressor doesn't run or it runs but doesn't compress the refrigerant to cool the freezer and refrigerator, then you'll likely need to have a service technician diagnose and repair the refrigerator. Some Kenmore Elite bottom-freezer refrigerators have a compressor with a start relay. A failed start relay could be preventing the compressor from running in your refrigerator. A bad electronic control board can prevent the compressor from running in some Kenmore Elite bottom-freezer refrigerators. If you'd like to try to fix the refrigerator yourself, let us know the model number of your refrigerator and we'll try to help you with some troubleshooting and repair tips.

@mikelim6106 4 жыл бұрын

we have refrigerator with friger working fine, but refrigerater area isn't cooling down since few days ago. Can I simply turn it off, let all the ice melt from friger, and then power back on? This apparently worked with mini-referigerator that I have in my small room. I wonder if it will do same with big one in the kitchen.

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Turning off the refrigerator and letting the ice melt in the freezer will likely restore cooling in the refrigerator according to your symptoms. The refrigerator will probably cool normally for several days up to a few weeks (or maybe more). If the refrigerator quits cooling again, then you'll likely need to diagnose and fix a problem with the automatic defrost system in the refrigerator. Here's an article/video that describes troubleshooting tactics for a typical top-freezer refrigerator defrost system: www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/article/refrigerator-wont-cool-troubleshooting-video-defrost-system-problems . You may be able to follow the tips in that article/video to figure out what's wrong in your refrigerator if it stops cooling again. Be sure that you unplug the refrigerator before accessing internal components. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know (and post the model number of your refrigerator).

@kashifa8988 6 жыл бұрын

hi! my ORIENT fridge Model#OR-114F few days before remain frosted now for the last 1 week no cooling at all....how can i settle the problem please!

@searspartsdirect 6 жыл бұрын

If you don’t hear the refrigerator running, check for power as shown at :14 in the video. If the refrigerator has power and the fans run but the compressor doesn’t turn on, follow the troubleshooting steps in this video: www.searspartsdirect.com/article/troubleshooting-compressor-problems-in-refrigerators-video.html.

@RogerPack 4 жыл бұрын

I don't see links for the youtubes that are referred to?

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

Click the "I" icon at the top right corner of the video window to view links. You can also find the links in the written article for this video on our web page here: www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/article/troubleshooting-a-refrigerator-not-cooling-video

@JPQNY 5 жыл бұрын

I have the same exact unit as in this video. The lower part cools just fine but the freezer up top, the temperature varies from hour to hour it seems. I know this because the ice cream is sometimes frozen hard but other times it is really soft. What is the problem? Is this a problem?

@djfastfreddy8949 5 жыл бұрын

Dj Fast Freddy 1 second ago Hi, Fridgidaire refrigerator was warm in both compartments. Compressor wasn't starting. In test mode, the compressor and both fans work. Checked relay and overload parts. Relay bad. It rattles. Installed hard start device. Light came on inside refrigerator but neither the compressor nor the fans work. Can you offer diagnosis?

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Your details seem to indicate that the compressor and both fans worked in the test mode. Check to see if the compressor starts in the test mode now that you've installed the new start device. Some Frigidaire refrigerator models have control boards that delay the start of the compressor and fans so those components may not start right away in the normal operating mode but they may work in the test mode. If the fans and compressor work in the test mode but won't work in the normal operating mode, then you may need to replace the electronic control board. We hope this general advice helps. If you need more assistance, let us know the model number of your Frigidaire refrigerator and update us with details about the cooling problem.

@qefrugova6539 5 жыл бұрын

Thank God for KZfaq. Never call Sears technician for repair. They will not fix what you need and reschedule appointments over and over again.

@HwmLauj210 4 жыл бұрын

Daymm you sexy

@brettking8663 3 жыл бұрын

🤣💀

@rawdyroman3186 4 жыл бұрын

Frigidaire.. compressor running, evap and condenser fans running, coils are clean but no freezer or fridge cooling. Compressor is warm (not HOT to touch).. ideas??

@joshuakilmon1226 8 ай бұрын

So what would the problem be if the freezer is working properly but the fridge is not cooled

@almalaki 4 жыл бұрын

My same model refrigerator was off for almost 6 month as i was out now i switched on freezer cooling is perfect freezing everything well but no cooling in refrigerator area down side . Any solution please help me thanks

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

Check your refrigerator temperature setting and adjust it if necessary. Check to see if the evaporator fan is running in the freezer section. If the evaporator fan isn't running, you may need to replace the fan motor. If the evaporator fan is running, check the damper and return vents between the freezer and refrigerator compartments for obstructions. We hope this information helps. If you need further assistance, let us know the model of your refrigerator and additional details about the cooling problem.

@singn57 Жыл бұрын

How do you run a diagnostic on ice maker?

@searspartsdirect Жыл бұрын

Let us know the model number of the refrigerator that you have and we'll try to help.

@jimmysapien9961 3 жыл бұрын

AWSOME

@narutomypito6202 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same model my freezer working but my fridges not working what should I do?

@searspartsdirect 2 жыл бұрын

Check to see if the evaporator fan is running. Check for frost buildup on the evaporator. A blocked vent between the freezer and refrigerator can also prevent the refrigerator from cooling.

@kermitefrog64 5 жыл бұрын

The compressor on mine is working because you can hear it but it started to defrost the bottom freezer and the top does not feel as cold as it should.

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Check to see if the evaporator fan is circulating air in the bottom freezer as the compressor runs. A failed evaporator fan can cause cooling problems in the freezer and refrigerator sections. If the evaporator fan isn’t running, unplug the refrigerator and check the wire harness connections on the evaporator fan. Reconnect any loose wires. If the wiring connections are okay, you may need to replace the evaporator fan. If the evaporator fan runs, lack of refrigerant (Freon) or a failed compressor may be preventing the freezer from cooling as the compressor runs. A service technician would need to repair this this type of failure because the procedure requires the recovery and recharge of refrigerant. You can schedule service here: www.searshomeservices.com/ We hope these tips help. If you need more assistance, post more details and let us know the model number of your refrigerator.

@djfastfreddy8949 5 жыл бұрын

using hard start Supco RCO810 3 n 1 start on Electrolux/ Frididaire Model FRT21C5AW9

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting the model number of your refrigerator and the part number of the hard start kit that you're using. Your model uses a defrost timer and cold control thermostat to control the compressor and fans. The fans and compressor are all in the same circuit on your refrigerator. If the cold control thermostat and defrost timer are sending current to the compressor and fan circuit, then the fans should run even if the compressor doesn't start. We recommend that you unplug the refrigerator and check for continuity through the cold control and defrost timer using a multimeter. You can find the wiring diagram for your refrigerator in the owner support documents on this Frigidaire website: www.frigidaire.com/Kitchen-Appliances/Refrigerators/Top-Freezer-Refrigerator/ . Here's a video/article that shows how to check continuity: www.searspartsdirect.com/article/how-to-test-continuity-on-wire-and-electrical-parts-video.html . This video/article shows how to trace current on a wiring diagram: www.searspartsdirect.com/article/using-a-wiring-schematic-to-trace-a-current-video.html . Replace the cold control if your meter measures no continuity through that device. If your meter measures no continuity through the defrost timer, then the defrost timer could be in the defrost mode. Turn the knob on the defrost timer until you hear contacts inside the timer click and then measure continuity through the path to the compressor. If you measure no continuity through the defrost timer in the compressor run mode, then replace the defrost timer. If your multimeter measures continuity through the cold control and defrost timer, then you can check continuity through the wiring. If wiring is okay then the hard start device may not be properly or it may not be compatible with your compressor. We don't recommend replacing the compressor start relay and overload with the hard start kit that you're using. We recommend that you stick with the original parts designed for that refrigerator. Hopefully, these tips will help you fix the refrigerator. If you need more assistance, let us know.

@suzettebyfield7238 3 жыл бұрын

I want to know what should I put my freezer on cold cooler are Normal

@searspartsdirect 3 жыл бұрын

You can find tips in the owners manual (if you don't have it, you can look it up on www.searspartsdirect.com by entering the model number at the top of the homepage.) I'd start at Normal and give it 2 days to adjust.

@alexandraserrano4724 8 жыл бұрын

Where is the Phandom at?

@cesarsalgadosalgado2199 2 жыл бұрын

So water got a little bit on my refrigerator not too much but the problem I have is that the motor turns off and on and or makes this noise and both coolers do not work and all my food went to waste what could be the problem

@searspartsdirect 2 жыл бұрын

If the compressor runs and makes noise but the refrigerator isn't cooling at all then the compressor may be bad or refrigerant may have leaked out of the sealed system. You'll likely need to have a service technician diagnose and repair the refrigerator.

@russpeaknuckel9525 Жыл бұрын

It doesn't beep ...?

@DP-mp1jw 6 жыл бұрын

Hoping for some assistance w/ my Kenmore 106.62152111 top-mount. Just moved into a home with great looking Kenmore fridge. Last owner had unplugged for 6-9 months and bought about 3 years ago. Turns on and sounds like everything is fine but nothing gets cool at all. Worked great before apparently and has little dust and no damage. When plugged in: -Outlet is fine; power is no issue. -Compressor turns on and gets warm; can rest hand on but not cold like. -All fans are exposed right now; all work just fine with no dust even. -Temperature gauge/dial changes nothing; left on for 48 hours to test. -No ice build up on coils or evaporator as nothing gets cool. *Only sheet included is the wiring info so diagnostics is unknown **Haven't tested any voltage as I haven't needed to yet. Any serious electrical parts are working. I removed the internal wiring and parts but there is no apparent "thermistor" in this unit. I was hoping someone could verify that. None is located on the parts list as well. My only guess is it must be the thermostat. No apparent damage on while viewing; no dents or bends or burns though. Any info would be incredible. I don't mind buy the parts and doing work but right now a mini fridge isn't cutting it. A handyman is $75 just for the trip over never mind the repair and parts. The fridge is currently disassembled as well as all panels in the freezer to view necessary components and search for the thermistor. Thanks for anything from anyone! Kenmore 106.62152111 Top Mount Refrigerator

@searspartsdirect 6 жыл бұрын

That model of refrigerator doesn’t have a thermistor. The temperature sensor is included with the cold control thermostat. Because the compressor runs but frost doesn’t appear on the evaporator coils when the compressor runs, one of the following failures is likely: the compressor is bad, the refrigerant has leaked out of the sealed refrigerant system or a problem such as a clog in the sealed system is preventing the refrigerator from cooling. A service technician will need to diagnose and repair those types of failures because the repair will involve the capture and/or recharge of refrigerant in the sealed system. Sealed system repairs are often costly. We recommend that you consider replacing the refrigerator instead of repairing it. Here’s a comparable new model that will likely cost about the same (or maybe even less) than repairing this refrigerator: www.sears.com/kenmore-18-cu-ft-top-freezer-refrigerator-white/p-04660412000P. If you choose to repair the refrigerator, we recommend that you schedule service by a technician here: www.searshomeservices.com/.

@nivajaranjit4322 5 жыл бұрын

My refrigerator starts and goes ''clack'' and stops. It repeats all day. The fridge doesnt cool but the light turns on. Whats the problem.

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Your symptoms seem to indicate that the control is trying to start the compressor to initiate the cooling process but the compressor doesn't start. There's a chance that the compressor start relay is bad. A bad compressor could also be the problem that's causing the symptoms that you're describing.

@dwaynefrank335 4 жыл бұрын

Mines does it too.....so wat do u suggest we do?

@archa1na1 2 жыл бұрын

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@timbermaplanka6556 5 жыл бұрын

kic fridge the refrigerator not cooling milk get spoiled what could be the problem

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Make sure no items in the refrigerator compartment are blocking air vents. The owner's manual for your refrigerator will likely indicate where air vent in the refrigerator are located. Move items away from the front of air vents in the refrigerator if they're blocking vents. If vents aren't blocked, look for a defrost system failure as shown in this video: www.searspartsdirect.com/article/troubleshooting-defrost-system-problems-in-refrigerators.html . We hope these tips help. If you need more assistance, let us know the model number of your refrigerator and update us with more details about the problem (such as whether the freezer section cools properly).

@djfastfreddy8949 5 жыл бұрын

ok but the relay is rattling when i shake it and Wayne on the video said that's a tell tale sign that it's fried. Do you agree?

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

The type of start relay that's shown in the video is different than the start relay that was installed on your Frigidaire refrigerator. The relay that was installed in your Frigidaire refrigerator could rattle when you shake it and not be fried.

@deannmurray128 5 жыл бұрын

no! its supposed to rattle

@nenanenica6783 4 жыл бұрын

My fan works if I disconnect light. If I connect fan doesn't work.

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

Let us know the model number of your refrigerator and additional details about the failure and we'll be glad to help you with troubleshooting advice and tips.

@shamseervm1249 4 жыл бұрын

I have one double door refrigerator.... if you work continuously for a week, then there will be no cold .... If you turn off the power for an entire night and turn it on again in the morning, it will start to cool again ....

@searspartsdirect 4 жыл бұрын

Your symptoms point to a failure in the automatic defrost system. Frost likely is building up on the evaporator fins because the defrost system isn't working to periodically melt the frost off those fins. After a week, enough frost builds up on the evaporator fins so that air passages through the fins are blocked and the refrigerator quits cooling. Unplugging the refrigerator for the entire night allows the frost to melt so cooling is restored the next day. Let us know the model number of your refrigerator and we'll provide some troubleshooting tips to help you resolve the issue yourself if possible. You may also consider having a service technician repair the failure.

@marshsea 3 жыл бұрын

Letterman has really let himself go!

@mattthomas4026 7 жыл бұрын

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@LionellWaters 6 жыл бұрын

My sister gave me a perfectly good refrigerator no more than 2 years old but it was transported to my house lying down when it got to my house it only gets cold sporadically what can I do

@searspartsdirect 6 жыл бұрын

Unplug the refrigerator and let it sit idle for 24 hours so compressor oil will sink down into the compressor. Next, plug the refrigerator in and let it run for 3 days. It will likely cool sporadically for those 3 days. After letting it run for 3 days, check the cooling performance. If the refrigerator cools properly after running for 3 days, then it should be okay. If not, then you won’t likely be able to use the refrigerator.

@cmkk1235 6 жыл бұрын

Lionell Waters buy another fridge..

@logukalaimani456 4 жыл бұрын

Hello sir ..I have an Godrej double door fridge It is not cooling and gives a knocking sound ..what to do sir?? Please help me

@travisclark6351 8 жыл бұрын

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@neilus 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Im having real hassle with my fridge, for a week now the freezer has been insanely cold with ice build up (didnt do that before). Fridge is warm. Took panel off back of freezer, coils look fine no ice, and fan working too blowing out super cold air. But absolutely nothing coming out of air vent in fridge. Thought it might be blocked with ice so poured some boiling water into it hoping it would clear the air vent but the water just seemed to fall out the bottom so i have no idea what is going on. Please help. Its only 2 frickin years old and i cant afford a new one :(

@searspartsdirect 5 жыл бұрын

Let us know the model number of your refrigerator and we'll provide some troubleshooting tips.

@janicekeown6213 3 жыл бұрын

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@edgarcuellar-rubio1112 6 жыл бұрын

"The relayer is frieeeed."

@michaelfuller3758 8 жыл бұрын

it reads LE

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@camcordernonsense5264 5 жыл бұрын

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