HI
Frigidaire
High Temperature Alarm
Display shows HI for freezer or refrigerator; audible alarm may sound, indicating high temperature condition.
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Possible Causes
Door left open, Heavy warm food load, Failed condenser fan motor, Dirty condenser coils, Faulty compressor or sealed system leak
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning coils or accessing the rear compartment.
Steps to address HI:
- 1. Ensure doors are closed: Check for items blocking closure and verify gaskets are sealing.
- 2. Allow recovery time: If large amounts of warm food were added, allow 24 hours for temperatures to recover.
- 3. Clean condenser coils: Pull the unit away from the wall, remove the rear lower cover, and vacuum dust from the condenser coils and fan area. Use a coil brush if needed.
- 4. Verify condenser fan operation: With power restored, confirm the condenser fan runs whenever the compressor is on. Replace the condenser fan motor if it does not run.
- 5. Monitor temperatures: If temperatures remain high despite good airflow and clean coils, a sealed system or compressor issue may exist and requires professional service.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Condenser Fan Motor
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