05/27/2020
Your is the heart of the kitchen, and your home🏡. It's a real drag when it's not running well. Have you noticed that your refrigerator has started to run all the time, or is leaking water? Perhaps, frost has begun to build up on its freezer walls. Maybe the ice maker 🧊isn't working. Regardless of your particular issue, don't panic.
The common fridge problems that can often be fixed without calling a man 👨🏼🏭, even if you don't know how it works. And chances are you won't even have to break out any fancy tools either. Here's what you need to know to remedy the situation yourself.
1st Problem: It's always running.
An efficient refrigerator shouldn't run all the time. A fridge that does is not only noisy, it can also take a big bite out of your wallet. Refrigerators are already one of the most power-intensive home appliances. Allowing your fridge to run non-stop can send your energy bill through the roof.
Cause 1: One of the most common causes of a refrigerator running too much (or worse, constantly) is a buildup of debris and dust around the condenser coils. It's especially common if you live in an extra dusty environment or have several pets.
Fix: First, safely unplug the refrigerator from power. For most refrigerators, the condenser coils are located on the very bottom and they're typically accessed in the front or back. (Some newer models, however, have internal coils.) To access the coils, look for the grill and remove it by popping out the snaps which hold it in place (or unscrewing it where applicable). Use a vacuum cleaner to remove the brunt of the buildup. If there is a lot of leftover debris, use a brush or a wipe cloth to gently remove the remaining debris. Replace the grill and restore power to the refrigerator.
Cause 2: Setting the refrigerator temperature too low will not only cause your refrigerator to work overtime, it can also freeze and spoil some of your foods.
Fix: You typically want your refrigerator set to between 37 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit (2.8 and 4.4 degrees Celsius). Place a thermometer inside a glass of water, and place the glass on the middle shelf of the refrigerator, let it sit for at least 🕰 8 hrs @ Orange, California
