GE FCM25SUWW Use and Care Manual - Page 15

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ge.com Installation Instructions Problem Noisy operation or cabinet vibrates Freezer temperature too warm Foods defrosting Freezer temperature too cold Moisture forms on outside of cabinet Interior light does not work (on some models) Door/lid won't fully close by itself Slow starting time after being off Excessive frost buildup Possible Causes Floor may be weak, causing freezer to vibrate when compressor is on. Cabinet is not positioned solidly on floor. What To Do • Placing 2 X 4's (51 mm X 102 mm) under the length of the freezer will help support it and may reduce vibration. •Adjust legs (on Upright models). See Preparing to install the freezer. Or use shims for uneven floor. Freezer is touching the wall. •Level freezer or move slightly. See Level Freezers. Door/lid left open. Too frequent or too long door/lid openings. • Check to see if package is holding door/lid open. Temperature control is set too warm. •Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. Large amounts of water or hot food •Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach its may have been stored recently. selected temperature. Freezer has been disconnected •Freezer requires 4 hours to cool down completely. recently. Temperature control in OFF position. Freezer is unplugged. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Door/lid left open. Too frequent or too long door/lid openings. •Move the control to a temperature setting. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • Check to see if package is holding door/lid open. Temperature control set too cold. •See About the operation of your freezer. Not unusual during periods of high humidity. •Wipe surface dry. Door may not be seating properly, •See Preparing to install the freezer. causing cold air from inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from the outside. No power at outlet. Freezer is unplugged. Light bulb burned out. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • Push the plug completely into the outlet. •Replace bulb. Legs need adjusting. Package holding door/lid open. • See Preparing to install the freezer. Built-in overload protection. Door/lid left open. Too frequent or too long door/lid openings. Not unusual during periods of high humidity. • Check to see if package is holding door/lid open. 15 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support