Freezer exterior sides or door feel very hot to the touch

Safety: Unplug before cleaning or moving the appliance.

• Check clearance: Ensure there is sufficient space around the freezer as specified in the manual.
• Clean condenser: Vacuum and brush the condenser coil and surrounding area thoroughly.
• Verify fan operation: With the rear panel removed and power restored briefly, check that the condenser fan runs when the compressor is on. Unplug again before touching anything.
• Replace fan if needed: If the fan does not run, replace the condenser fan motor.
• Environment: Avoid placing the freezer in direct sunlight or next to heat sources.