Crosley
Airflow Restriction Between Freezer and Fresh Food
Freezer is cold but fresh food section is warm; little or no air flow from refrigerator vents.
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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
Frost-clogged evaporator coil, Stuck or broken air damper, Blocked air return vents by food items, Failed evaporator fan motor
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before removing panels or working near the evaporator.
Steps:
- Check for blocked vents: Rearrange food so that vents in the back and sides of the fresh food compartment are not blocked.
- Listen for fan: With the door switch held closed, listen for the evaporator fan running in the freezer. If silent, follow evaporator fan motor troubleshooting steps.
- Inspect for frost buildup: Remove the freezer rear panel. If the evaporator is encased in solid ice, manually defrost by unplugging the unit and leaving doors open for several hours. Place towels to catch water.
- Check damper: Locate the air damper in the fresh food section and ensure it opens and closes freely. Replace the damper assembly if broken.
- Address root cause: If frost returns quickly, test and repair the defrost system (heater, thermostat, control).
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Air Damper Control Assembly
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