How do you fix a Hotpoint refrigerator that is not cooling?

How do you fix a Hotpoint refrigerator that is not cooling?

Check the condenser coils to determine if they are dirty—if the condenser coils are dirty, clean them. The condenser fan motor draws air though the condenser coils and over the compressor. If the condenser fan motor is not working properly, the refrigerator won’t cool properly.

Why is my Hotpoint fridge not cold but the freezer is?

This could be caused by a faulty defrost heater, a blocked drain between the freezer compartment and the evaporator pan under the compartments, a faulty defrost thermostat or perhaps a faulty defrost timer (or control board depending on the model).

What does the red light mean on my Hotpoint freezer?

Red High Temperature Warning Light The red temperature warning light will come on when the freezer is first switched on or when the temperature inside the compartment rises above the correct storage temperature. Check the TROUBLESHOOTING section before calling for advice.

Why does my fridge keep freezing Hotpoint?

If the temperature control thermostat is not working properly, it may cause the refrigerant system to run longer than necessary. As a result, the refrigerator will be too cold. To determine if the thermostat is defective, rotate the thermostat from the lowest setting to the highest setting and listen for a click.

Why does my Hotpoint fridge keep going warm?

If the evaporator coils are frosted over, the refrigerator will work harder to remove heat. As a result, the refrigerator may be too warm. If the defrost thermostat and defrost heater are working properly, the defrost control board is likely defective and will need to be replace…

Why is my freezer showing red light?

Your freezer’s red light or high temperature alarm will turn on when it is not cold enough. This means the freezer is not be suitable for storing frozen food until the light has turned off.

Why does my fridge keep icing up?

Check your thermostat has not been set too high, reduce the temperature within the fridge it may have been set too high by accident which can lead to frost build-up. Is the door being open for too long or opened too often. Ice can be formed because moist air is drawn into the appliance.

Why is my fridge Guard showing red light?

In normal operation, if the red LED comes on, indicating the incoming voltage is too low or too high, the FRIDGEGUARD will switch off the power to protect your appliance, starting the 3 minute time delay.

Why is my Hotpoint fridge lights flashing?

Hotpoint fridge freezer lights flashing When several lights are flashing at the same this indicates that the controls on the fridge freezer need resetting. This can sometimes be achieved by turning the appliance off and back on.