Kenmore 19502 - Manual (Page 16)

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Temperature inside
the freezer is too cold
Temperature control is set too oold. Turn the
control to a warmer setting and allow several
hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Popping or cracking sound
when compressor comes on
Metal parts undergo expansion and
contraction, as in hot water pipes. This is
normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
freezer continues to run.
Bubbling or gurgling sound,
like water boiling
Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) is
circulating throughout the system. This is
normal.
Vibrations
Check to assure that the freezer is level.
Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer rocks on the
floor when it is moved slightly. Be sure floor
can adequately support freezer. Level the
freezer by putting wood or metal shims under
part of the freezer.
The freezer is fouching the wall. Re-level the
freezer and move it from the wall.
See Installation Instructions .
Moisture forms on
inside freezer walls.
Weather is hot and humid, which increases
internal rate of frost build-up. This is normal.
Door is slightly open.
Door is kept open too long, or is opened too
frequently. Open the door less often.
The door is not sealed properly.
Moisture forms
on outside of freezer
Door is slightly open, causing cold air from
inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from
outside.
The door will not close properly
The freezer is not level.
The gasket is dirty.
The storage basket is out of position.
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