Fagor Partial Loss of Freezer Performance

Freezer is cold but not freezing solid; ice cream is soft and ice cubes are slushy.

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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

Evaporator coil partially iced over due to defrost issue, Door not sealing properly allowing warm air in, Overloaded freezer blocking airflow, Early-stage refrigerant leak or weak compressor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before removing panels or defrosting ice.

Steps:

  • 1. Check loading and vents: Ensure items are not packed tightly against the rear panel or vents. Leave space for air circulation.
  • 2. Inspect door gasket: Look for gaps, tears, or warped areas on the freezer gasket. Replace if not sealing properly.
  • 3. Check for frost on evaporator: Remove the freezer rear panel and inspect the evaporator. If heavily iced, defrost fully and test the defrost system (heater, sensor, thermostat).
  • 4. Monitor temperatures: After defrosting and reassembling, monitor freezer temperature with a thermometer. If it still cannot reach proper freezing temperature, contact a refrigeration technician to check for sealed system issues.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Freezer Door Gasket
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