Use and Care Guide
12
Common Occurrences
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you 
time and expense. This list includes common occurrences 
that are not the result of defective workmanship or 
materials in this appliance.
Refrigerator does not run. •  Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
•  Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset 
circuit breaker.
•  The refrigerator/freezer control is turned to “0” 
(Mechanical controls) or “OFF” (Electronic controls).
•  Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes 
and check again.
Freezer temperature is colder 
than preferred. Refrigerator 
temperature is satisfactory.
•  Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer 
temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the 
temperature to stabilize.
Refrigerator temperature is too 
cold. Freezer temperature is 
satisfactory.
•  Set refrigerator/freezer control to a warmer setting. Allow 
24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Then check freezer 
temperatures and adjust as needed.
Freezer temperature is warmer 
than preferred. Refrigerator 
temperature is satisfactory.
•  Set freezer control to a colder setting until freezer 
temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the 
temperature to stabilize.
Refrigerator temperature is too 
warm. Freezer temperature is 
satisfactory.
•  Set refrigerator/freezer control to a colder setting. 
Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Then check 
refrigerator temperatures and adjust as needed.
Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates. •  The cabinet is not level.
•  Floor is weak.
•  See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section.
Odors in refrigerator. •  Interior needs to be cleaned.
•  Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped.
Cabinet light not working. •  Replace light bulb.
•  Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
•  Light switch may be stuck. Push in light switch, located 
on the refrigerator control box, to release.
BEFORE YOU CALL
Visit our web site at 
www.frigidaire.com.
1-800-944-9044 (United States) 
1-800-265-8352 (Canada)










