Troubleshooting – Franklin FCD401 User Manual
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To defrost the freezer section, turn the thermostat to the 0 position and scrape
the frost off the freezer’s interior walls. Place food back in the freezer and turn 
the thermostat back on.
Troubleshooting
Refrigerator does not operate
 – Not plugged in.
 – Thermostat is in 0 position.
 – Circuit breaker tripped or fuse blown.
Turns on and off frequently
– This is normal. Small refrigerators cycle more than larger ones.
Seems to run too long
 – Check for proper clearances.
 – Frequent door openings let cold air escape.
Refrigerator too warm
 – Check if doors are fully closed.
 – Check setting of thermostat.
 – Have you put large amounts of warm food into the refrigerator recently?
 – Are the shelves overcrowded?
Frost build-up on back wall of refrigerator section.
 – Refrigerator section is too cold.
 – Thermostat bulb may be touching the back wall of the unit.
Noise or vibration
– Check to be sure that refrigerator is level. Adjust the feet to make it level.
Cabinet has odor
 – Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
 – Check for spoiled food.
 – Interior may need cleaning.
 – Keep an open box of baking soda in refrigerator. (Replace every 3 months.)
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