Excessive frost buildup in freezer, especially on food packages and door.

Safety: No electrical work is required for this repair, but unplug the unit if you need to remove interior panels.

Steps:

• 1. Inspect gasket: Check the entire perimeter of the freezer door gasket for tears, gaps, or hardened sections.
• 2. Paper test: Close a sheet of paper in the door at several points. If it pulls out easily, the seal is weak in that area.
• 3. Adjust door: Tighten hinge screws and adjust the door so it is square with the cabinet. Ensure the door closes without hitting shelves or bins.
• 4. Replace gasket: If the gasket is damaged, warm it with a hair dryer to soften, then pull it out of the retaining channel and press in a new Ikea-compatible gasket.
• 5. Defrost: Manually defrost the freezer to remove existing frost, then monitor for recurrence.

Tip: Avoid overloading the freezer so that items do not interfere with door closure.