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The two-chamber refrigerator is working properly, but the “Attention” light is on on the panel? It is red and may be marked with an exclamation mark.
Why is this happening? There are several reasons, but the main one is that the temperature in the refrigerator compartment is too high. If the icon on the panel stays on for a long time, it may cause defrosting and food spoilage.
Why is the indicator light red
If you notice that a lamp is blinking or on the panel of the Atlant, Minsk or Biryusa refrigerator, wait a few minutes. Sometimes this happens after loading the camera. Frequent opening of the door, warm food destabilizes the temperature in the compartment, so the icon lights up. Within 15-20 minutes it should go out.
What should I do if the indicator does not turn off? Try rebooting the system. Unplug your refrigerator for 10-15 minutes. Then connect.
Chamber door not closed properly
Look, perhaps some pan is interfering with normal closing. If everything is in order with the dishes, check the rubber seal:
- It could become clogged, then it must be cleaned with a sponge and soapy water.
- Rubber leaked, deformed, cracks appeared. Warm air enters the chamber, which causes condensation to form on the walls and the refrigerator does not freeze properly. The motor-compressor, trying to restore the temperature difference, may fail.
Replacing the seal is easy with your own hands. To do this, remove the old one and buy a new element. Fix it into the grooves with glue, mounting foam or screws.
In the Atlant refrigerator, the Attention sign may glow after defrosting. It takes 6-11 hours for the temperature to recover.
Thermostat malfunction
Check thermostat. In the refrigeration department, the temperature should be + 5-6 ° С (C grade), for the freezer: -19-17 ° С (third or fourth mode).
If you wish, you can replace the part with your own hands. If the freezer is on top and the refrigerator is on the bottom, the part is located inside the unit (Indesit, Atlant, Ariston).
- Remove the decorative cover by unscrewing one screw.
- Behind it is a thermostat.
- Unscrew it from the evaporator and panel. You can install a new element in reverse order.
Freon gas leak
A similar malfunction also provokes an increase in temperature, and the red light on the button lights up.
Freon is a refrigerant gas that circulates around the circuit. Leak reasons:
- Microcracks in the contour.
- A bend in the system where the gas moves.
- Mechanical damage.
- Corrosion.
To deal with the problem, it is better to call the wizard. He will not only find and fix the problem (this requires special tools), but also fill the system with freon.
Motor decompression
The motor does not create enough pressure to pump cold. This could serve:
- Compressor wear.
- blockage of the capillary.
- Incorrect connection.
- Deformation of the motor valves.
You need to find a breakdown or replace the motor.
Other lights are flashing
Sometimes users complain about the glow (blinking) of other indicators:
- Yellow. Indicates that freeze mode is enabled. It’s okay if you set the mode yourself. But if the light bulb lit up for no reason, this is a reason to be wary and turn to the master.
- Green. Indicates the operation of the freezer section. Is the light bulb not lit? This means that the camera is not working or the power has been cut off.
- There are no indicators on the panel. Maybe it’s a power failure. A serious failure is considered a malfunction of the control board. For diagnosis, it is better to call a specialist.
If you notice that the indication on the panel flashes, lights up with malfunctions, this is a reason to contact the service center.