Freezer does not freeze

The seal around the freezer door can be another problem when your freezer is running but not freezing. Close the freezer door and see if you can pull out the dollar bill. If you can, something is interfering with the seal. Check or test each item, starting with the items at the top of the page.

Things that have been in there and frozen are staying frozen, but anything new that needs to freeze is not. Freezer is cold but not freezing at all.

Turned out my freezer was frozen solid. I had to thaw out my freezer and put it back together. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. A defrost heater then turns on to melt any frost build-up on these coils, which allows the frost and ice to melt, then it drains off to the pan underneath.

Unfortunately, though, when a component fails, too much frost can build up on the evaporator coils. With no air flow over the coils,. Air needs to circulate around the compartment, and cramming it too full leads to problems.

If your freezer is too warm to keep the ice cream firmly frozen and you see lots of frost inside the entire freezer compartment, then warm, moist air may be leaking through the refrigerator or freezer door gaskets.

Check all door gaskets for damage and replace any damaged door gaskets. The Compressor is kicking on. GE monogram fridge is cooling, but freezer not freezing. Periodically it will freeze and create a few ice cubes, then return to a little warmer than fridge temp. You can usually check this by removing an access panel in the back of the freezer to inspect the coils.

If ice is built up on the coils, a hairdryer can assist in defrosting them. Though consumers often blame frozen ice cream on the freezer , the composition of the ice cream plays a role in its likelihood of freezing. Ice cream typically does not freeze solid in a residential freezer.

My freezer is cooling but not freezing. Does not do this when I adjust the freezer temperature. The only thing I did initially was play with the freezer temperature setting. I am not sure if that was coincidence or not.

Soft ice cream is a sign that your freezer is not set cold enough, or it is not freezing properly. I assume you checked the setting, so it is likely not working properly. Check underneath to see if the coil is full of dust, this is a common issue.

Most have a coil underneath, and it can be vacuumed. Unplug the chest freezer from the wall and plug something else in such as a lamp or digital clock. If the appliance does work, you will need to refer to other troubleshooting methods.

An accumulation of dirt hampers heat transfer.

A dirty condenser also makes the system work harder and wastes energy. You should clean the condenser with a soft brush and a vacuum cleaner at least every six months. This can result in your freezer not freezing properly. A Technician Will Answer You Now!

Questions Answered Every Seconds. Whirlpool freezer col but not freezing. It is blowing air that feels about the same temperature of the refrigerator. It only got cold again once about weeks ago after playing with the freezer control and then went back to thawing a few days later. It can also be caused by the condenser being blocked or covered with lint.

A temperature problem with a non frost free freezer might be caused by a system problem such as a freon leak or inefficient compressor. If everything is freezing but the ice cream the reason will be the freezer is not as cold as it should be. If a freezer is not cold enough, it could be due to a build up of frost on the coils of the freezer. This will prevent it from cooling properly.

One sign that this could be the cause would be the presence of frost or ice on the inside of the freezer. It could be on the walls, the lid or even on the freezer floor. Faulty Start Relay: The start relay on your freezer provides power to the compressor. This means if the start relay isn’t working, at best your freezer’s compressor will work intermittently – or as is more likely, not at all, meaning your freezer won’t freeze. Because of their high fat content they would go rancid sooner if you only.

These items do very well in the freezer. Ice Cubes, Chicken, Meat all freeze fine. Waffles (in a Box), Ice Cream and fruit cups will not freeze. I turned the freezer to its coldest setting to no prevail. Update: The refrigerator came with my house (purchased in January).

Next, ensure that the blades spin freely. If the fan blades do not spin freely, the fan motor bearings are worn out, and the fan motor should be replaced. If no obstructions are present, and the fan blades spin freely, use a multimeter to test the fan motor for continuity.

If the condenser fan motor does not have continuity, replace it.