Jon February 03, 2020 for Model Number Frigidaire freezer model # FFU11FC2CW1 My freezer is approx. 10 years old. It ran very well. I unplugged it about 5 years ago when I moved. It has been unplugged for about 4 years. Recently I plugged it back in. It will not run. All I got was a squeal and humming sound then it went silent. Any ideas on what’s wrong or do you need additional info.
1 Answer Hello John, the freezer may have gone into a defrost cycle. At the rear by the compressor is the defrost ttimer, you can manually turn it with a screwdriver in the center, turn it slightly and see if anything changes. Also check if the evap fan motor running, is the compressor running. Read More...
Gary October 16, 2019 for Model Number LFFH20F3QWD My freezer is only about 4 years old and a couple days ago, it stopped cooling. I replaced the capacitor and it kicked on and started cooling perfectly!... for about 5 hours, then the cooling stopped again. It appears as if the new capacitor now died. I unplugged it for about 10 hours, just plugged it back in and nothing happens. Does this sound like a bad compressor? Something is happening that is killing the capacitor. Thanks!!!
1 Answer Gary, if the compressor is receiving 120VAC at the yellow wire, then the overload/relay 297237702 or the compressor 5304537072 would be suspected. If there is a continuous click every couple of minutes, then the overload/relay would be the most likely suspect. If there is not a click and the compressor is warm to the touch, then the compressor has failed. If the compressor is the issue, an HVAC certified technician would be necessary to perform any repairs. If there is not 120VAC going to the compressor, then the defrost timer 5304518034 would need to be tested at the blue wire for incoming voltage and the yellow wire for outgoing voltage. If the timer has incoming voltage but no outgoing voltage at the yellow or orange wires, then the timer has failed. If there is not voltage at the blue wire, then the temperature control 5304513033 would be the issue. Read More...
Pacamper August 19, 2019 for Model Number FRT21INGJW0 everything was running except compressor it was hot and humming turned unit off and unplugged left sit for a couple hours and plugged back on turned on and ran for a few hours getting cold then compressor stopped running got hot and humming
1 Answer Pacamper, you may want to inspect the condenser coils to ensure that they are clear of any dust build up. You may also want to inspect the unit for signs of a freon leak. Read More...
Pacamper08 August 18, 2019 for Model Number FRT21INGJW0 everything seems to be running except compressor will not start hums then stops
1 Answer Hello Pacamper08, you can try a new compressor start device part 218721108, but due to the age of this model, it is likely a locked rotor compressor. Read More...
Ace April 03, 2019 for Model Number LGHT1837LE1 I already replaced the start up relay what could be the problem now
1 Answer Ace, there could be multiple things going on. You may want to verify that the proper voltage is being sent to the compressor, as well as checking to ensure that the condenser coils are clear. If you are able to measure the amp draw of the compressor, the amp draw reading should be between 1.1 to 1.6 amps. If the amp draw is higher or lower, then you have a bad compressor. If the compressor is not receiving voltage, then you will want to test the cold control 241537103 and the defrost timer 215846604 for proper operation. Read More...
David December 05, 2018 for Model Number WR55X24064 A couple of weeks ago, I woke up to find that the freezer door to my side by side fridge was not closed properly. I looked inside and there was frost all over, yet it was still blowing cold air. I closed the door and it immediately turned off and never came back on. After a bit of on line research, I tested the capacitor for continuity and there was none, so I replaced it with a new one. It worked great. Well, it’s been a couple of weeks and the exact same thing happened. The door was left partially open, it was frosty inside and as soon as I closed it, the fan turned off. Checked the capacitor again and it was damaged. I’m trying to understand why this would keep damaging my capacitor or could it be another underlying issue. Do you have any idea what that could possibly be? I will add that I did not replace the relay to which it connects to (the one with 3 holes that plugs directly into compressor). Thank you for your assistance.
1 Answer David, It would be more likely that there is another issue such as a start device that may have failed rather than the run capacitor. Read More...
Attila November 09, 2018 for Model Number Ftmd18p4kwo Hi I have this fridge and also have a separate freezer. They were hauled from another state I know know if they not were upright on the truck all the time but now they are not working at all . I was wondering if it’s the capacitor or what else I should check in the situation like this . Thank you
1 Answer Attila, The capacitor would not cause the unit to not work. If there is nothing running at all then it would be recommended to check the defrost timer and turn the dial on it to see if the unit will come on. If it will then the defrost timer is stuck in defrost and would need replacing. Read More...
Jon November 04, 2018 for Model Number FFU14F5HWN The lights turn on and the control pad lights up but the compressor will not even click or turn on
1 Answer Jon, Part # 297370600 controls the power going to the fans and compressor. If no voltage is at the compressor in a cool mode [120 vac] then change the control. Read More...
Jae September 12, 2018 for Model Number FFU17C4CW0 The freezer does not freeze anything but the defrost fan and all the other parts seem to be running fine. Does this mean it's a bad compressor? How can I check to see if the compressor needs replacing?
1 Answer Jae, Make sure the compressor is running. If it's running and no cool then it has failed to pump the refrigerant thru the system and would need to be replaced. If not running then 5304491941 would more than likely get you going. Read More...
Carol July 23, 2018 for Model Number MFC2062FEZ01 16 mo. old Maytag French door not cooling. Frost on back wall of freezer by thermistor cover. Tech said to replace control board and thermistor. Did that and compressor not running. Relay start or capacitor, which do I check next?
1 Answer Carol, you should be getting 120 volts to the start relay when the refrigerator is plugged in and running. If voltage is there and the compressor is not running, replace the start relay, part number is W10873801 Read More...