Refrigerators are only supposed to activate their cooling functions every few hours or so. If yours is running constantly without switching off, this is a malfunction. Show The noise from your refrigerator running all the time is irritating, and it adds to your power bill, so this is important to fix. This guide will run through the most common causes and fixes for this problem. The following models of Electrolux refrigerator are covered by this guide: E23CS75DSS0 E23CS75DSS1 E23CS75DSS9 E23CS75DSSA E23CS75DSSC E23CS75DSSE E23CS75DSSG E23CS75DSSH E23CS78EPS2 E23CS78ESS2 E23CS78GPS1 EI26SS30JB1 EI26SS30JS1 EI26SS30JW1 EW26SS70IB1 EW26SS70IB2 EW26SS70IB3 EW26SS70IB4 EW26SS70IS1 EW26SS70IS2 EW26SS70IS6 Adjust the ThermostatFirst, try adjusting the thermostat. This is done through the control panel on the front of your refrigerator or inside the refrigerator on older models. If your refrigerator is running too often but still takes a break sometimes, your thermostat may be set too low. The refrigerator should be set at or just below 40°F. The refrigerator will need to cool most of the time to maintain a temperature that is too low. On the other hand, if your refrigerator is running all the time and never stops, the problem is likely to be that the freezer temperature is too high. A warm freezer will heat up the refrigerator compartment and cause it to keep running all the time to get down to temperature. Make sure your freezer is set at 0°F. Clean the Condenser CoilsIf the thermostat is set correctly and the refrigerator still keeps running, try giving the condenser coils a good clean. These coils are located under the refrigerator. They are part of the cooling system. The refrigerant passes through them while hot, and these coils dissipate the heat into the surrounding air, helping to cool the refrigerant back down. When they accumulate dust, dirt, and grease on them, they don’t do as good of a job at cooling down the refrigerant. This causes the refrigerator to remain on all the time, as it cannot reach its desired temperature. Here’s how to give the coils a clean:
The condenser coils need to be cleaned every 3-4 months to keep buildups from occurring. Clean and Check the Condenser FanThe condenser is cooled by a fan at the rear of the refrigerator. If this fan gets filled with dust, dirt, and other debris, it can stop it from working correctly. When the fan isn’t working, the condenser struggles to stay cool and it will run constantly to make up the difference. Giving it a clean can fix the problem. Follow these steps to do this:
Check the Door GasketThe rubber door gaskets seal the refrigerator and freezer from the warmer outside air. This seal is important. Because the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the refrigerator compartments is so high, even a small leak will quickly warm up the refrigerator, causing the refrigerator to run constantly. Additionally, the air from outside the refrigerator is much more humid than the air inside. As humid air gets sucked into the freezer, it condenses and freezes on the evaporator coils, stopping them from working. This happens too fast for the defrost cycle to keep up and is another potential cause of a refrigerator running constantly. Open the doors and carefully check around the gaskets for any defects – rips, tears, or other blemishes. If there is damage, you will need to contact a refrigerator repair technician to install a new gasket. Check for Frosted Evaporator CoilsIf the problem persists after trying the solutions above, the cause is probably a faulty defrost system causing your evaporator coils to become covered in frost. The evaporator coils physically cool the refrigerator and freezer. The refrigerant expands into a cool gas as it passes through the coils. As the coils get cold and cool the refrigerator and freezer, they begin to freeze over, causing a frost buildup. The defrost system regularly heats the evaporator coils, removing the frost buildup. There are multiple electrical and mechanical faults that can cause a failure in this system, most require the attention of a professional repair technician. However, you can diagnose the problem yourself by checking for a buildup of frost on the evaporator coils. Here’s how:
These are the most common problems that can cause your Electrolux refrigerator to keep running constantly. If none of these solutions work, you will need to contact a refrigerator repair technician to diagnose the source of the problem and fix it. Why does my freezer work but my refrigerator doesn t?The most common cause for this condition is a problem with the defrost system. If the refrigerator freezer is cold but the refrigerator is warm, the evaporator fan motor might have failed. Every refrigerator has a set of coils called an evaporator.
Why is my Electrolux refrigerator 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.
How do I reset my Electrolux refrigerator?To reset an Electrolux refrigerator, press the “Factory default” button on the display panel. Or press the “ON/OFF” button and unplug the unit for about 5 minutes. If the display panel continues to malfunction after that, press a combination of control buttons to reset it.
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