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Freezer error codes

Below are common error codes for the most popular freezer brands, along with an explanation of what the code means, possible repair parts you might need and DIY advice. Visit Sears PartsDirect’s repair help section for more DIY advice for freestanding freezers, other major appliances, lawn and garden equipment, garage door openers, vacuum cleaners and more. To find the owner’s manual or a complete list of replacement parts for your freezer, search your model number.

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your freestanding freezers

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Why is my freezer hot on the outside?

Main causes: dirty condenser coils, condenser fan failure, dirty bottom front grill, leaky door or lid gasket…

Why isn't my freezer running?

Main causes: lack of power, control system failure, broken compressor start relay, locked up compressor, compressor moto…

Why is my freezer so noisy?

Main causes: leaky door or lid gasket, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, defrost control failure, …

What should I do when my freezer's high-temperature alarm sounds?

Main causes: lack of power, bad compressor, refrigerant leak, bad thermistor, defrost system failure, dirty condenser co…

Why does my freezer have a lot of frost inside?

Main causes: damaged door or lid gasket, cracked cabinet liner, bad defrost bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, …

Why don't the lights in my freezer work?

Main causes: burned out light bulb, bad door or lid switch, faulty LED light board, wiring failure, control system failu…

Why isn't my freezer cooling?

Main causes: compressor failure, no refrigerant, faulty sensor, control failure, broken defrost heater, bad defrost bi-m…

Why is my freezer too warm?

Main causes: excessive frost, bad defrost heater, bad defrost bi-metal, control system failure, low refrigerant charge, …

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