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Airflow Restriction Between Freezer and Refrigerator
Freezer cold but refrigerator section warm, especially on upper shelves.
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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 not running, Air damper stuck closed, Frost buildup on evaporator, Blocked air vents by food items
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Unplug the refrigerator before removing interior panels.
Steps:
- Check vents: Ensure that vents at the back and top of the refrigerator compartment are not blocked by food containers.
- Listen for fan: Open the freezer door, press the door switch, and listen for the evaporator fan. If silent, the fan or its control may be faulty.
- Inspect evaporator: Remove the freezer rear panel to check for heavy frost buildup. If present, manually defrost and test the defrost system (heater, thermostat, sensor).
- Check air damper: Locate the air damper between freezer and fridge (often behind a cover in the fridge section). Verify that it opens and closes when temperature settings change. Replace if stuck or broken.
- Reassemble and test: Restore power and monitor refrigerator temperature over 24 hours.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Evaporator Fan Motor or Air Damper Assembly
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