Hi folks, my Hotpoint HS3022VL is 3 years old and has just started to have a mid life crisis!
It keeps getting colder and colder – freezing the contents inside.
I have removed the fridge from the cupboard and have fully emptied and cleaned the fridge, including the drainage hole / drip tray, seals etc.
All seals are also sound and making a good contact.
I have turned off for several hours and then turned back on using all temperature settings. For each test the fridge drops to just about -4.5c.
It does not appear to be constantly running.
The air wave at the top appears to be working.
I have removed the thermostat and all connections appear to be sound. There are no signs of burnout or other damage.
I have searched for a replacement thermostat but have read that it will be no use unless programmed by Hotpoint – essentially multiplying the price 3-4 times.
Do I have any other options if it is the thermostat? Or anything else it may be causing the problem.
Super cool thanks !