The chest freezer does not freeze: what to do

Why does the chest freezer not turn on or freeze? You will find answers to these questions in the article. You will also find out what other problems users are complaining about.

The chest does not cool – causes and troubleshooting

The chest freezer allows you to store food for a long time at a temperature of -18 to -25 degrees. Why were there failures in his work? To find out, you need to find the cause of the problem. First check:

• If the device does not turn off, pay attention to the set mode. Perhaps you accidentally turned on Super Freeze mode or forgot to turn it off in a mechanical model. The mode is used for quick freezing – the motor runs without stopping, and snow and ice freeze on the walls.
• The temperature switch is set to the maximum level. The operating instructions indicate what temperature is normal for the equipment. If you decide to set the knob to “Maximum” in hot weather, the compressor will run non-stop to catch up with the cold. This leads to engine wear.

Before buying, pay attention to climatic class of equipment. It indicates in what environment the chest is best used. If the indicators exceed the norm, you need to cool the room.

• The freezer does not freeze, but it works. Perhaps the cover does not fit snugly, or the sealing rubber has worn out. Then warm air enters the chamber, and the compressor compensates for the difference with constant work. Check the door and replace the seal.

All these problems usually happen due to the carelessness of the user. However, sometimes they indicate breakdowns that require repair.

Blockage of the capillary system, leakage

You may have noticed that the equipment does not turn off for rest, while the chamber is warm. This indicates a blockage of the capillaries through which the refrigerant circulates and cools the chamber. In such cases, it is better to contact the master. What should he do:

• Determine the location of the blockage.
• Eliminate blockage.
• Top up the system with freon if necessary.

The same thing happens with a refrigerant leak. A leak can occur if the steel circuit is damaged mechanically or due to corrosion. Repair is carried out in the same way. The specialist must eliminate the leak and fill the system.

The video will help you figure out how to fix the leak:

Malfunction of the sensor of the evaporator, thermostat

These devices are used to measure the temperature in the chamber and transmit data to the control module. If one of them fails, the board “does not understand” that it is time to turn off the compressor. In this case, the department is very cold.

The sensor or thermostat needs to be replaced.

Freezer not working

• There is no mains voltage.
• Check the quality of the network connection (maybe the plug has come off).
• The fuse cut off the power. This happens during power surges.
• The thermostat is disabled.

Check everything point by point. Set the regulator to the optimum temperature.

The appliance cools strongly or weakly

• The chest is right up against the wall. There is no normal ventilation, the system cannot give off heat and overheats. Move the equipment at least 5 cm away from the wall.
• The body is located near the battery, stove, it is exposed to the sun’s rays. According to the rules, the device must be installed away from heating objects.
• The lid often opens for a long time. Too much warm air enters the compartment.
• overload in the chamber. The compressor does not have time to cool the products. If possible, remove excess food in the refrigerator.
• A snow coat is frozen on the walls – this interferes with normal heat transfer in the system. Defrost equipment for at least a day.

The walls of the case are heated

A heat dissipation tube is installed inside the case. Therefore, during operation, the panel heats up – this is normal.

Noise during operation

Make sure that:

• The freezer is stable. Installation must be carried out on a level, on a flat surface. The feet of the unit may need to be adjusted.
• The body does not touch other objects, walls. This will amplify the sound.
• The motor runs loudly, but then the noise decreases.

Sometimes users complain that the door does not open. Need to check:

• Are the products interfering with the normal opening.
• Whether the snow and ice have frozen to such an extent that it is impossible to open the door.
• Is the mechanism broken (jammed).

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions, defrost and clean the equipment in time. Do not overload the compartment to avoid work problems.