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TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGLISH
Problem Possible Causes Solutions
Frost or ice 
crystals form 
on frozen food 
(outside of 
package).
Door is opened frequently or 
for long periods of time.
When the doors are opened often or for 
long periods of time, warm, humid air 
enters the compartment. This raises the 
temperature and moisture level within the 
compartment. Increased moisture will lead 
to frost and condensation. To lessen the 
effect, reduce the frequency and duration of 
door openings.
Door is not closing properly. Refer to the Doors will not close correctly 
or pop open section in the Troubleshooting 
section.
Refrigerator or 
Freezer section 
is too cold.
Incorrect temperature 
control settings.
If the temperature is too cold, adjust the 
control one increment at a time and wait 
for the temperature to stabilize. Refer to 
the Setting the Controls section for more 
information.
Frost or 
ice crystals 
on frozen 
food (inside 
of sealed 
package).
Condensation from food 
with a high water content 
has frozen inside of the food 
package. 
This is normal for food items with a high 
water content.
Food has been left in the 
freezer for a long period of 
time.
Do not store food items with high water 
content in the freezer for a long period of 
time.
Clicking The defrost control will click 
when the automatic defrost 
cycle begins and ends. 
The thermostat control (or 
refrigerator control on some 
models) will also click when 
cycling on and off.
Normal Operation
Rattling Rattling noises may come 
from the flow of refrigerant, 
the water line on the back 
of the unit, or items stored 
on top of or around the 
refrigerator.
Normal Operation
Refrigerator is not resting 
solidly on the floor.
Floor is weak or uneven or leveling 
legs need to be adjusted. See the Door 
Alignment section.
Refrigerator with linear 
compressor was jarred while 
running.
Normal Operation