Freezer

housedoctorz · 22 Jul 2006

I am in the USA. What causes a freezer to run intermittently for a while then work for 24 hours and then quit again? The compressor quits running.

I want to learn as much about refrigeration as possible. Cannot afford a school.

Rodolfo
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lynda, moderator

post moved. As its a "how does" post and as you are in America, it should never be in electrics uk

housedoctorz · 22 Jul 2006

Thank you Lynda

Steve · 22 Jul 2006

it shouldn't keep running for 24 hours. It should run intermittently, say 20 minutes on, 40 minutes off, like that, times depending on how efficient the compressor is, how well-charged the refrigerant is, and whether the door has been opened at all. Why do you ask?

The only time it should break cycle is if it has a defrost mode and enters this. But this should cause it to turn off for a while, again, time depending on the type of fridge, and the condition of the cooling fins.

housedoctorz · 23 Jul 2006

Thanks Crafty,
The reason I ask is because I am trying to fix it myself and I want to make sure that I find what part is causing this. Any help in diagnosing this will be appreciated.

Richardp · 23 Jul 2006

sounds like your freezer thermostat, whats happening inside? is it still freezing ok? is there a super freeze switch thats been accidently put on?
http://www.repairclinic.com/0088_3_3.asp

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