HI
Electrolux High Temperature Alarm

Refrigerator displays HI for temperature and beeps; interior is warm.

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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

Extended power outage, Doors left open, Failed evaporator fan, Defrost failure, Sealed system problem

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug before removing panels.

  • Confirm actual temperature: Use a refrigerator thermometer to verify if the interior is truly warm or if it is a sensor/control issue.
  • Check doors and gaskets: Ensure all doors close and seal properly. Adjust shelves or food items that interfere with closure.
  • Listen for fans and compressor: Verify that the compressor and both evaporator and condenser fans are running. If a fan is silent, see the corresponding fan error entries.
  • Inspect for frost buildup: Heavy frost on the freezer evaporator indicates defrost issues; follow defrost troubleshooting steps.
  • Allow recovery: After correcting obvious issues, allow 24 hours for temperatures to normalize. If HI persists, further diagnosis of sensors, fans, and sealed system is required.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5
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