LO
Frigidaire
Low Temperature / Sensor Out of Range
Display shows LO for temperature; compartment may be colder than set point, risk of freezing food in fresh food section.
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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
Shorted thermistor, Stuck relay on main control board, Damaged damper control stuck open, Incorrect temperature calibration
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing sensors, dampers, or control boards.
Steps to address LO:
- 1. Verify actual temperature: Place an appliance thermometer in the compartment to confirm if it is truly too cold.
- 2. Check settings: Ensure the temperature is not set to the coldest setting by mistake. Adjust to recommended settings (typically 37°F fresh food, 0°F freezer).
- 3. Inspect air damper (fresh food): On models with a motorized damper, remove the cover and check if the damper door is stuck open. If it does not move when temperature is adjusted, the air damper assembly may need replacement.
- 4. Test thermistor: Measure resistance and compare to the chart. A shorted thermistor will read very low resistance and should be replaced.
- 5. Evaluate control board: If damper and thermistor are good but the compressor runs excessively, the main control board may have a stuck relay and require replacement.
After repair, monitor temperatures for 24 hours and adjust settings as needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Air Damper Assembly
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