Refrigerator does not work - reasons

In a modern apartment or house there are many different techniques that make it easier for a family. Some of it is simply vital, and the other is an auxiliary one. To the category of that technology, without which "as without hands", refers and refrigerator. This discreet parallelepiped in the kitchen, often white, is an important part of the life of the household and even their pets. All of them during the day periodically ply in the direction of this device. And if suddenly the refrigerator starts to make strange sounds, does not work well or does not turn on at all, it all brings unpleasant changes to the adjusted rhythm of the family. Yes, and thinking about the exact amount of such a "surprise" will undermine the family budget, too, do not add joy. But do not immediately get upset. If your refrigerator does not work, the reasons can sometimes be so trivial that you can fix the problem yourself in a few minutes.

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Do I need to have a technical background in order to understand the breakdown of the refrigerator?

Of course, you can talk a long time about the important elements of modern refrigeration units, how to recognize the breakdown of each of them. But this information is unlikely to help the average man in the street to get to the bottom of the truth.

Therefore, let's look at possible problems and their solutions, based on the "symptoms" that any user can notice.

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The refrigerator does not freeze or freeze completely

If the refrigerator does not freeze at all, it is very easy to notice, especially in the summer. But the fact that the device is not as cold as it should be, is often noticed not at once.

Important! If you notice that the food in the refrigerator spoils faster than usual, make sure that it freezes well. The normal temperature in the refrigerator is + 3. .. + 8 ° С, in the freezing chamber - from -5 ° С to -25 ° С.

Possible reasons why the refrigerator does not work as expected:

1. The door does not close securely or is warped. In this case, it is enough to pull the diagonal links directly under the door panel.
2. Wear and deformation of the door seal. This often happens with a technique that has served for quite a long time.

Important! To assess the quality of the sealer, insert a sheet of paper between the refrigerator housing and the door, and then close it. Now pull the sheet:

• if you had to make a little effort - it's all right;
• if the paper went very easily - the seal should be replaced.

1. Perhaps the doors are loosely closed due to the hard ice in some place. The refrigerator should be thawed.
2. There may also be a problem with the thermostat. It needs to be adjusted or replaced.
3. Motor problem or Freon leak. In this case, try to call the master as quickly as possible. The entry of this substance into the open air is harmful to human health, although recently manufacturers are using a new generation of safe freon.
4. In refrigerators with the No frost system, the cold generation may be due to the failure of the fan, timer or electric heater. The only possible solution is to replace these elements.

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Refrigerator freezes very much

Sometimes it happens that the refrigerator starts to freeze very much. Someone may think that the problem of excessive production of cold does not require attention, because the device is coping with its main task. But with constant operation in this mode, the motor can overheat and just burn. And then you already have to think about why the refrigerator does not turn on.

Basic causes and solutions:

1. Probably, the quick freeze button was accidentally turned on. Many refrigerators automatically turn off this mode after a certain time. But some models with mechanical control wait for instructions only from the user. Turn off the fast freezing according to the order specified in the instructions - in a day everything should come back to normal.
2. Freon leakage or clogging of the capillary tube can cause excessive cold production. In this case, a master can not do without.

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The motor runs constantly

If you notice that the refrigerator is running continuously and does not shut down, then this can happen as a result of:

1. Features of the job. For example, you turned on the device a few hours ago after defrosting or loaded a large batch of warm food. In this case, the refrigerator just needs time to gain the necessary temperature.
2. Freezing of a large layer of ice on the walls of the freezer. Try to defrost the refrigerator as soon as possible.
3. If a lot of dirt and dust has accumulated on the condenser tubes, it is more difficult for the device to give heat to the external environment. Therefore, to maintain the desired temperature, the motor has to work continuously. The condenser coils are located on the back of the refrigerator. To remove garbage on them, unplug the device and use a brush or vacuum cleaner.

Important! The turns of the condenser of the refrigerator should be cleaned at least 1-2 times a year.

1. Loose door contact. The reason for this may be:
   1. leaky elastic band-seal;
   2. skewing of the door due to the fact that the legs of the equipment were not adjusted during installation;
   3. some object or hardened ice prevents tight closures of the refrigerator.

Important! Many modern models notify the user about the incomplete shutting of the door by sound or light signal. However, if you do not open it for a few millimeters, the indicator may not work. Also there are models where the "alarm" is installed only for the refrigerating compartment.

1. If the knob has been set to the maximum values ​​of "5", "6" or "7", the temperature of the thermostat is too high. In order for the refrigerator to work in the normal mode, it is enough to select the mode "2".

Important! If all of the above flaws have been eliminated, but the refrigerator and continues to work around the clock, you should contact the service center.

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The refrigerator flows

The source of such an unpleasant surprise in the form of a puddle in the refrigerator or below it can become:

1. Drain pipe stuffing is the main reason why the refrigerator does not work as it should and a leak occurs. Clog prevents the drainage of melt water, and it lingers in the middle of the chamber.

Important! To clean the drain pipe, use only a special plastic spatula that comes with the refrigerator.

1. A foreign object has fallen into the drain pan or it has become dirty. Look at it and wash it.
2. If a puddle forms below the unit, the water filter may be loosely twisted. It is located at the bottom of the refrigerator. Also check for cracks on the filter or seat.
3. Breakdown of thermostat or compressor. It is necessary to turn off the refrigerator and call the master.

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Ice freezes

In Soviet models, the intent of ice and snow was common, but even the owners of modern refrigerators sometimes wonder: "Why does not the refrigerator work as expected and the" coat "is formed?".

Main causes:

1. Incorrect operation. Regardless of the defrosting system, all refrigerators need to be switched off periodically. Also, do not put hot dishes inside.

Important! Refrigerators with No Frost system should be switched off and washed at least once a year. Technique with a dropping system should be thawed once in six months in cold weather and once in 2-3 months in a warm period.

1. The doors are not closed properly.
2. The defrost sensor is not working. It can not be repaired. You can replace it yourself or contact the master.

Important! Normally, it is permissible to form a small amount of snow and ice every few months. If this happens constantly, more often and in larger quantities, then it is a clear defect that requires repair.

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Why does not the refrigerator work but the light is on?

If the light in the middle of the refrigerator is lit, but the engine stubbornly remains silent, the following may have happened:

1. The thermostat is out of order or the thermoregulator is malfunctioning. To test its performance on its own, you need to do a simple manipulation. Disconnect the terminals from the thermostat and connect the wires directly, bypassing the thermostat. If the refrigerator has earned, the place of failure is confirmed. You can replace the thermoregulator yourself or call the master.
2. Defrost button defective. It can be checked in the same way as the thermostat.
3. The refrigerator is not blown with sufficient air or heat loss due to accumulated dust on condenser tubes.

Important! The distance from the back and side panels to the wall or other furniture should be at least 8 cm. And the air gap above the device must be at least 2.5 cm.

1. The refrigerator may be uneven, resulting in warm air entering through the skewed doors. Modern smart technology is able to track such moments. Realizing that to reach the desired temperature under such conditions is impossible, the control module simply does not start the motor.

Important! If all the previous paragraphs are all right, then there may be a problem in the motor, control unit or the No frost system. What happened specifically, is it possible to repair without replacement, as can only say the master.

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The refrigerator does not turn on

The reason why the refrigerator does not turn on is quite a lot. Let us consider in more detail what can be done if none of the elements of technology "signs life" and the bulb also does not burn:

1. The socket is defective. Connect another device to it and see what happens.

Important! If you are sure that the socket is working, you should try to connect the refrigerator to another outlet first. Probably, the reason for the poor contact between the device plug and the plates of a particular outlet.

1. Carefully inspect the power cord and extension cord, if any. Probably, the power supply circuit of the refrigerator has been damaged and it is enough to simply repair or replace it.
2. If your equipment is connected to the network via a voltage regulator, then due to power surges the latter simply does not transmit current to the refrigerator. In this case, you only need to wait for the stabilization in the electrical network.

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Fridge buzzes

It also happens that the refrigerator works properly, but it hums or emits strange sounds. Causes and actions in this situation:

1. It happens that the fan touches the blades of the hardened ice. First, defrost the refrigerator. Perhaps when the ice melts, the problem "melts" by itself.
2. Also the cause may be the failure of the fan itself. If you do not have enough knowledge to replace it, contact a specialist.
3. If during the operation the compressor started to whine a little, then there is a possibility that water entered the cooling circuit and ice formed in the middle. To check that this is the case, turn off the refrigerator for a few hours. If in the beginning it starts to work without extraneous sounds, and then everything repeats, the reason is really in the water. In this case, you need to call the master to replace the freon and filter drier.
4. Cracking and strong buzzing may indicate problems with the compressor suspension. Try not to solve the problem yourself - contact the service center.

As you can see, if you do not have a refrigerator, then the reason can often be non-compliance with the elementary rules for the operation of household appliances. Therefore, if you want the refrigerator to serve you faithfully for a long time, always read the user's manual, and also take care of it in a timely and proper manner.