Maytag MTB1893ARS Operations Instructions download pdf (Page 20)

WARNING

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect electrical power source to unit, unless test

procedures require power to be connected. Discharge capacitor through a resistor before attempting to service.

Ensure all ground wires are connected before certifying unit as repaired and/or operational.

Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action

No power to unit Check for power at outlet. Check

fuse box/circuit breaker for blown

fuse or tripped breaker. Replace or

reset.

Faulty power cord Check with test light at unit; if no

circuit and voltage is indicated at

outlet, replace or repair.

Low voltage Check input voltage for proper

voltage. Take appropriate action to

correct voltage supply problem.

Faulty motor or temperature control Check all connections are tight and

secure.

Jumper across terminals of control. I

unit runs, replace control.

Faulty timer Check with test light. Replace if

necessary.

Faulty relay Check relay. Replace if necessary.

Faulty compressor Check compressor motor windings

for opens/shorts.

Perform compressor direct wiring

test.

Replace if necessary.

Unit does not operate

Faulty overload Check overload for continuity.

NOTE: Ensure

compressor/overload are below

trip temperature before testing.

Replace if necessary.

Excessive door opening Consumer education

Overloading of shelves Consumer education

Warm or hot foods placed in cabinet Consumer education

Cold control set too warm Set control to colder setting.

Poor door seal Level cabinet. Adjust hinges.

Replace gasket.

Refrigerator airflow Turn control knob to colder position.

Interior light remains on Check switch. Replace if necessary.

Check to make sure door contacts

switch. Adjust door if necessary.

Faulty condenser fan or evaporator

fan

Check fan and wiring. Replace if

necessary.

Refrigerator section too warm

Faulty compressor Replace compressor.

Troubleshooting chart on following pages contains symptoms that may be seen in malfunctioning units. Each

symptom is accompanied by one or more possible causes and by a possible remedy or test to determine if compo-

nents are working properly.

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