So, your refrigerator is not cooling? Is there green smoke and a funky smell coming from your fridge? Let’s get rid of that nastiness so you can get back to having fresh, safe food! Check out these common problems and their solutions.
Defrost that build up
A common problem with refrigerators stems from the freezer component of the unit. Sometimes a buildup of ice occurs and blocks the evaporator cover of the unit. If this is the case, unplug the unit and allow the frost to melt.
Check the fan
If the fans under the refrigerator are not working, it will affect your whole unit. Get close to the refrigerator and listen for the fan. If you do not hear the fan running, you may have an issue.
Deice the drain
Occasionally your drain may back up with water. When this happens, the water freezes. If the water freezes, water will be leaking inside the fresh food section. Look on the back or bottom of the freezer to locate the evaporator cover and remove the ice. Once the ice is removed and melted, unclog the drain. To take preventative measures, mix baking soda and water together and pour the mixture down the drain.
Listen closely
If you hear a clicking noise every three minutes or so, your condenser may be the culprit. This is happening because the condenser is overheating and is clicking to take time to cool off again. In order to fix this problem, remove the back of the refrigerator and locate the condenser coils. If they are dirty, take time to clean them. Allow the refrigerator to sit unplugged for about 30 minutes to give it time to cool off before you plug it back in.
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