Avanti Insufficient Cooling

Refrigerator not cold enough, food soft in freezer and milk spoils quickly in fresh food section.

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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.

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Possible Causes

Dirty condenser coils, Evaporator fan not running, Defrost failure causing iced evaporator, Low refrigerant charge

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before removing panels or cleaning coils.

  • 1. Confirm temperature settings: Set freezer to around 0°F (-18°C) and refrigerator to 37–40°F (3–4°C). Avoid the warmest settings.
  • 2. Clean condenser coils: Remove dust and debris from coils to improve heat rejection.
  • 3. Check evaporator fan: Listen for the fan in the freezer when the compressor is running. If silent, test and replace the evaporator fan motor if faulty.
  • 4. Inspect for frost on evaporator: Remove the freezer rear panel. A solid block of ice on the evaporator indicates defrost system failure (heater, thermostat, or control). Manually defrost and then test/replace the failed component.
  • 5. Check door openings: Frequent or prolonged door openings can raise temperatures. Ensure doors close fully and gaskets seal well.
  • 6. If evaporator shows only partial frost pattern: A small patch of frost on one corner suggests low refrigerant or a weak compressor, requiring professional service.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Evaporator Fan Motor
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