Freezer exterior sides or door feel very hot to the touch.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the freezer before cleaning coils or accessing the rear compartment.
- Check installation: Ensure there is adequate clearance around the freezer for ventilation, especially at the rear and sides.
- Clean condenser: Vacuum dust from condenser coils and fan area.
- Verify condenser fan operation: With power restored, confirm the fan runs whenever the compressor runs. Replace the fan motor if it does not.
Some warmth on the cabinet is normal, but surfaces too hot to touch indicate a problem. If cleaning and fan replacement do not help, have a technician check the sealed system and heater circuits.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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