FZ
GE Café
Freezer Compartment Too Warm
Display shows FZ and the freezer temperature is too 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
Evaporator fan failure, Heavy frost blocking airflow, Defrost system failure, Freezer thermistor out of range
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power before accessing the freezer evaporator or fan.
FZ indicates the freezer is not maintaining the set temperature.
- Check door seal and usage: Ensure the freezer door gasket seals all around and that the door is not frequently left open.
- Inspect for frost: Remove the rear freezer panel. If the evaporator is heavily frosted, troubleshoot the defrost system (heater, thermostat, thermistor, control).
- Verify fan operation: Confirm the evaporator fan runs when the compressor is on. Replace the fan motor if it is not operating.
- Test thermistor: Measure the freezer thermistor resistance and compare to specifications. Replace if faulty.
- Monitor after repair: After addressing issues, allow 24 hours for the freezer to reach proper temperature.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Freezer Thermistor
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