GE CFSP5RKBSS Use and Care Manual - Page 39
Troubleshooting Tips
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Before you call for service... Troubleshooting Tips Problem Slow ice cube freezing Refrigerator has odor Possible Causes Door left open. Freezer control not set cold enough. Foods transmitting odor to refrigerator. Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Interior needs cleaning. Not unusual during periods of high humidity. What To Do • Check to see if package is holding door open. • See About the controls. • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped. • Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator; replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning. • Wipe surface dry and reset the refrigerator control one setting colder. Moisture collects inside (in humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened) Too frequent or too long door openings. Refrigerator or freezer compartment light does not work No power at outlet. Light bulb burned out or loose. •Replace fuse or reset the breaker. •See Replacing the light bulbs. Door/drawer does not close by itself Freezer door/drawer pops open when refrigerator door is closed Leveling legs need adjusting. •See Installing the Refrigerator. This is normal if, after popping open, the freezer door/drawer closed on its own. • This indicates that there is a good seal on the freezer door/drawer. If the freezer door/drawer does not automatically close after popping open, then see the Problem: Door/drawer does not close by itself, above. Hot air from bottom of refrigerator Food freezing in the refrigerator Orange glow in the freezer Water has poor taste/odor Water in first glass is warm Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe temperatures. Food too close to the air vent at the back of the refrigerator. Refrigerator control is set too cold. Defrost heater is on. • Move the food away from the air vent. •Move the refrigerator control to a warmer temperature setting one increment at a time. • This is normal. Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. • Dispense water until all water in system is replenished. Normal when refrigerator is first installed. Water dispenser has not been used for a long time. Water system has been drained. • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. • Dispense water until all water is system is replenished. • Allow several hours for replenished supply to chill. 39