Possible cause
1. Power switch faulty or in OFF 
position; loose connection.
2. Temp controller not energizing 
control relay.
3. Defective control relay.
4. Refrigerator not plugged in.
5. No power to cord.
6. Probe not sensing cut in 
temperature.
1. Condensing unit power cord not 
plugged in to socket.
2. Control relay contacts not closing.
1. Thermal overload open or 
defective.
2. Capacitor and/or relay defective.
3. Compressor defective.
1. Evaporator power cord not 
plugged in to socket.
2. Control relay contacts not closing.
3. Defective fan motor.
1. Controller not sensing cut off 
temperature.
2. Controller keeping control relay 
energized.
3. Control relay stuck closed.
1. Condenser or evaporator coil 
needs cleaning.
2. Insufficient ventilation.
3. Faulty door gasket.
4. Excessively high ambient.
5. Refrigerant leak.
6. Incorrect refrigerant charge.
7. Plugged capillary tube.
8. Inefficient compressor.
Solution
1. Turn power switch to ON position; 
check switch and connections.
2. Check controller contact terminals for 
power. Replace controller if needed.
3. Replace relay.
4. Connect plug.
5. Restore power.
6. Replace controller and/or probe.
1. Reconnect power cord.
2. Replace relay.
1. Allow to cool or replace.
2. Replace as required.
3. Replace compressor.
1. Reconnect power cord.
2. Replace relay.
3. Replace fan motor.
1. Replace controller and/or probe.
2. Replace controller.
3. Replace control relay.
1. Clean coils as needed.
2. Check ventilation clearance 
requirements. Adjust as needed.
3. Replace door gasket.
4. Maximum recommended ambient is 
100 degrees F.
5. Locate and repair leak.
6. Recover, evacuate and weigh in 
correct charge.
7. Replace capillary tube.
8. Consult technical service.
Symptom
Refrigerator does not operate 
(no components run)
Compressor and condenser 
fan do not run.
Compressor does not run.
Evaporator fan motor does not run.
Refrigerator does not shut off.
Refrigerator does not maintain 
temperature (all components run).
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If problems persist after following this basic troubleshooting guide, call Follett’s 
technical service group at (800) 523-9361, (888) 2-FOLLETT or (610) 252-7301.
Refrigerator troubleshooting guide
Before calling for service
1. Check that unit is plugged in.
2. Test outlet with another appliance to verify power.