Display shows LO for temperature; refrigerator compartment may be too cold or at minimum setpoint.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Step 1: Check temperature settings
- Verify that the refrigerator and freezer setpoints are at recommended levels (typically 37°F / 3°C for fresh food, 0°F / -18°C for freezer).
- Adjust upward if set to the coldest setting.
Step 2: Monitor actual temperature
- Use an appliance thermometer to confirm actual compartment temperatures.
- If temperatures are significantly below setpoint, suspect a sensor or damper issue.
Step 3: Inspect air damper (if fresh food too cold)
- Locate the air damper assembly between freezer and refrigerator compartments.
- Listen for the damper opening/closing when temperature changes are requested.
- If the damper is stuck open, replace the damper assembly.
Step 4: Sensor check
- Test the appropriate thermistor for proper resistance and replace if shorted.
When to call a technician: If temperatures remain too low despite correct settings and sensor/damper replacement, the control board may be misreading inputs and should be evaluated professionally.
Repair Difficulty
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