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Hi,
My parents are having difficulty with their Fridge/Freezer.
Basically the Fridge section isn’t working at all. The freezer compartment is working but if anything seems to be too cold. I’ve looked at the back of the unit and the compressor seems to be running ok but i’m afraid as far as my knowledge of this unit goes that’s it.
I’ve spoken to an engineer where i work and he is suggesting that it has 2 compressors. But there is definitely only one (embraco unit) … he also suggested that it may need regassing?
My area of work is around repairing Medical equipment so i have a good knowledge base around repairs. However i also know not to bite off more than i can chew and to ask the experts.
Any hints and tips would be greatly appreciated.
regards
JOhn
PS – go easy on me.
Re: WHirlpool ARC7050 (850170515001)
Sorry, I’m not a fridge engineer either, (but way back, I was a medical equipment service-engineer as well! 😛 -Air Shields)
As the freezer seems “too cold”-you can probably discount loss of gass(refrigerant)
you’re likely to find there’s a system of ducts,flap-valves and fan(s) to pump the cold air around.
AFAIK, the freezer has priority….and as it’s too cold, but the cooling isn’t diverted to the fridge section, the freezer must “think” it’s not cold enough.
I’d guess there is a thermistor controlling it ,rather than a thermostat. scan the dozens of posts on the otherthread on this make (can’t miss it it’s the biggest! )….then you’ll have a pretty good idea of how it’s put together and how it works!
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