Be sure the vents on the back of the freezer compartment aren’t blocked by boxes of ice cream or frozen vegetables—the vents have to be clear for cold air to circulate. Vacuum the coils under or behind the fridge. Clogged coils can cause poor cooling.
Why is my refrigerator running but not cooling?
The most common reason why a refrigerator is not cooling is a problem with the evaporator coils. Over time, evaporator coils can become covered with ice, which prevents the coils from working properly. If the coils are covered in ice, the ice will need to be defrosted to fix the problem.
Why is my fridge and freezer not getting cold enough?
Defrost system problems, dirty condenser coils, fan failures, leaky door gaskets or control problems can lead to your freezer not getting cold enough. Although you may see the cooling problem start in the freezer, you’ll typically soon find the refrigerator and freezer not cool enough.
How do you fix a fridge that is not cold enough?
A fridge door that doesn’t seal slowly leaks cold and is therefore not cold enough, though it may still feel cool when you open the door. Wipe your fridge door clean with a gentle detergent or a touch if vinegar. If the gasket seems hard, try rubbing a little vaseline to soften it and renew the seal.
How do I fix my refrigerator not cooling but the freezer is fine?
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Why is my fridge gone warm?
Refrigerator Is Too Full
If there are too many items in your fresh food compartment, that cold air may not circulate properly, resulting in a refrigerator that’s warm. It’s fairly common for a refrigerator to feel warm if it’s overstuffed, and this problem is obviously easy to resolve.
How do I know if my refrigerator compressor is not working?
Your refrigerator compressor is responsible for that humming sound. So, if the sound stops for good, or if the sound goes from faint to a constant or very loud humming noise that does not shut off, it may be a sign the compressor is broken or malfunctioning.
How do you know if your refrigerator is low on Freon?
Checking the Freon
Listen. With your ear pressed to the refrigerator, you should hear a faint hissing or gurgling noise. The Freon will hiss and gurgle through the fridge’s capillary tubes as the pressure equalizes within the system. If you do not hear the hiss and gurgle, you may be low on Freon.
How do you clean dirty condenser coils on a refrigerator?
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