Refrigerator repair by own hands

In order to repair the refrigerator with your own hands passed without negative consequences, you need to have minimal skills in repairing household appliances, if you do not have them - it is better to contact the service center.

The refrigerator does not turn on

It is necessary to check the voltage level in the electrical network first. The safety system of the device allows working in the range of 200-240 V. With the help of a tester or voltmeter it is easy to detect this malfunction. If everything is in order, then the problem may be hidden in the power cord (black, darkened spots) or the plug. Then you need to replace them.

With the cord and plug, it's OK, if the voltage indicator is on. Now put the temperature controller to the maximum cold. If the situation has not changed, you need to climb inside the temperature regulator. The tester needs to "ring" two contacts (except for the ground yellow-green). If there are three contacts, then we connect the tester between the extreme ones.

The circuit is opened only at position "0", and in the others it is closed - means, in a thermoregulator all is good. Otherwise, you will need to replace it with a new one. However, you can change only the relay thermostat. Repair and replacement of parts created on the basis of an electronic sensor is best entrusted to specialists.

With a working thermoregulator, we check the other working elements of the electrical circuit. In the event of a breakdown of the compressor - the main motor (at the very bottom, at the rear) - expensive repairs or replacement of the entire refrigerator will be required.

The refrigerator does not "freeze"

Here, the cause can also be in a thermoregulator or compressor. However, often a problem is caused by a leak of Freon gas, which circulates through the refrigeration system, evaporates easily and liquefies. Freon may leak during improper transportation of the unit, careless washing of the back wall, rough handling during thawing.

When the freon is OK, the condenser (grill on the back) is moderately warm. In the event of a leak, the condenser stays cold, the temperature in the refrigerator rises, and frost appears on one side of the evaporator. For refilling Freon requires accurate diagnosis of the leakage spot with the help of special equipment and, preferably, experience in such matters.

By the way, the unpleasant smell inside the refrigerating chamber is not connected with a leak of freon. This gas has no smell and color. Just the refrigerator should be cleaned regularly from the inside (including the drain hole), defrost in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, tightly wrap the products.

The refrigerator "freezes", but weakly

First of all, you need to check if the handle of the thermostat is properly installed. And then we proceed according to the plan, which was described above. The cause of the problem can be too high a temperature in the room where the device is. Probably, the negative influence is exerted by nearby heat sources (cooker, battery, microwave oven).

The normal heat transfer is prevented by dust on the condenser. Condenser (with the device disconnected from the network) must be carefully treated with a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush. Cooling problems can also occur due to the constantly burning light bulb. This happens after the short circuit of the switch.

The reason for the lack of cooling is quite simple - the wear of the seal on the door / door. Especially this problem is relevant for a fairly well-used technique. Sealing rubber can be attached to the door in various ways: glue, screws, special grooves.

We list the simplest ways to restore the elasticity of the seal:

1. Warm up with a hair dryer (70 ° C), stretch in the weakest places and close the door more tightly. This method is suitable for a slightly worn seal.
2. Carefully remove the seal and soak it in hot water. And then return to its place.
3. Folk remedy: a sponge with two drops of ammonia and a detergent to wipe the rubber contour. Then moisten the sponge in warm water and wipe again. In the end wipe with a dry rag (rag). For this procedure, do not remove the seal from the door. Repeat at least once a year.

As you can see, the elementary repair of the refrigerator with your own hands is not so complicated, but sometimes you can not do without the help of a service center. Very often maintenance repairs are inexpensive, produced quickly, with quality and with a guarantee.