PROBLEM
Compressor will not run.
Compressor runs but does not cool.
* NOTE:
•
Repair or replace component that is leaking.
•
Replace the compressor if the system is contaminated.
•
Blow out remaining part of system with dry Nitrogen.
•
Pump down and recharge per listing on product serial label.
•
Always replace filter drier when repairing sealed system.
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
CAUSE
No voltage at wall receptacle.
Service cord defective or unplugged at
wall receptacle.
Low voltage causing compressor to
cycle on overload.
Control thermostat knob in OFF position
or electronic control is in the off position.
Inoperative
control
electrical
mechanical
Electronic control on counter depth or
standard depth with electronic control.
Compressor stuck.
Compressor windings open.
Defrost timer stuck in defrost mode.
ADC
(Adaptive
Defrost Control) not
turning on compressor after defrost.
Compressor overload stuck open on
standard
compressor
variable
speed
(VCC)
inverter may be bad.
Relay lead loose.
Relay loose or inoperative.
Service cord pulled out of harness.
Faulty cabinet wiring.
System out of refrigerant.
Compressor not pumping.
Restricted filter drier.
Restricted capillary tube.
Moisture in system.
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Check circuit breaker, fuse or GFCI
(Ground Fault Circuit Interruptor - It is
not recommended to connect your
refrigerator to a GFCI.)
Check service cord.
Voltage fluctuation should not exceed ±
10% of 115 vac (104-127)
Turn control thermostat knob to ON
position. In the case of the electronic
control press and hold the ON/OFF
switch on the control until the OFF in the
display is replaced with the set point.
thermostat
on
Replace control thermostat on electrical
models.
Bad
mechanical
models follow the test procedure for the
type control the product is equipped
with.
Replace compressor.
Replace compressor.
Replace defrost timer. (if equipped)
Replace ADC.
Replace
models.
On
equipped – compressor starter relay &
models
the
overload may be plugged into each
other) If the product is equipped with a
VCC compressor and you have 2 to 5
VDC at the connection from the control
board, 115 VAC at the connection for
the service cord and the compressor
windings
inverter.
Repair or replace lead.
Repair or replace relay. (if equipped)
Repair connection.
Repair wiring.
Check for leaks. *
Replace compressor. *
Replace filter drier. *
Replace heat exchanger and evaporator
assembly.
See NOTE. *
SOLUTION
models.
On
electronic
compressor
overload.
check
good,
replace
(if
the
