Whether it’s holding your child’s favorite popsicles or an easy to prepare dinner for later this week, the freezer is an appliance we depend on constantly and throughout all seasons. From time to time you might find that your freezer has some issues. While you might be tempted to call a professional specializing in appliance repair Slate Hill, there are a number of quick fixes that you can troubleshoot on your own that may get your freezer in shape again in no time. These simple, Amana Freezer repair Slate Hill tricks will solve issues like frost and ice buildup in different freezer models, as well as low ice ice production, or none at all.
If your freezer isn’t producing ice — or it is doing so sluggishly — the first step is to check that your ice maker is turned on. Consult your model’s Use and Care Guide for specific instructions. If your refrigerator and ice maker were recently installed, wait 24 hours for the appliance to sufficiently cool. Functioning ice makers should produce cubes every three hours, so you will have to wait a few days for a new ice maker to fill its bin.
For ice makers that produce a buzzing sound but no ice, this likely means that your water supply is not properly hooked up to the freezer. Turn your ice maker off and check the connection; the refrigerator should be connected to a cold water supply with a ¼” valve. This requires a drilled hole, but it will make sure to allow the appropriate volume of water. If the volume is too low, your freezer will only produce small or hollow ice cubes. The water pressure should be set between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa).
Another common issue is frost or ice buildup in the freezer compartment. Whether you have a fridge with top freezer or a bottom freezer fridge, small droplets of ice on the walls are normal. For more persistent buildup, first make sure that the freezer door is closing completely and isn’t obstructed. Humid air may also be the culprit. This can happen if you’re opening the freezer door too frequently, while in the summer months some frost and sweating inside the freezer is unavoidable.
You’ll also want to make sure that the air vents are not blocked, as the appliance repair Slate Hill air circulation will decrease and this will result in temperature and moisture issues. Make sure no food packages or items stored in your freezer are blocking these vents. If your ice or frost buildup is around the freezer door or ceiling, this is likely an issue with the gasket that seals the door. There may be an item obstructing the gasket or it may need to be repaired. Finally, if the back panel of your freezer is covered with a sheet of ice, you may need to contact an professional, as this indicates that your freezer is having a problem defrosting.