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Insufficient Refrigeration Capacity
Freezer not freezing properly; food is soft and ice cream is mushy.
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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, Failing compressor, Low refrigerant charge (leak), Door not sealing properly
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the appliance before cleaning or accessing the rear compartment.
Steps to improve freezing:
- 1. Check door seal: Close a sheet of paper in the freezer door and gently pull. If it slides out easily all around, the gasket may be worn or the door misaligned. Adjust hinges or replace gasket as needed.
- 2. Clean condenser coils: Vacuum and brush dust from the rear or bottom coils to improve heat rejection.
- 3. Verify condenser fan operation: With power on, ensure the fan near the compressor runs when the compressor runs. Replace the fan motor if it is not operating.
- 4. Avoid overloading: Do not pack the freezer so tightly that air cannot circulate around items.
- 5. If still not freezing: A weak compressor or refrigerant leak is likely. These sealed system issues require a licensed refrigeration technician for pressure testing and repair.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Freezer Door Gasket
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