Franklin Chef FCD401 - Troubleshooting; Refrigerator does not operate; Turns on and off frequently; Seems to run too long

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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