If only the lights are on and you hear no fans running it is possible that the defrost timer has failed while the timer was in defrost. I want you to try turning the timer clockwise slowly until you hear fans and compressor restart. If this works simply replace the defrost timer. I you do not already have Adobe Reader on your computer Click Here=> Get Adobe Acrobat Reader Then click here=> GT22DKXGW00_Repair_Parts_List On page 3 of your Parts List PDF you will see the location 4 That is your defrost timer and most times can be reached by pulling a plastic plug from the bottom of your control panel inside fresh food compartment above the top shelf. Place a flathead screwdriver in opening and turn clockwise slowly. If you are unable to locate the opening you will need to lower the control panel and then carefully turn timer over and turn clockwise. The timer part number is 2193084 Click Here=> 2193084 Defrost Timer
About the only other reason that the lights are on and you hear no fans or compressor running will be a defective thermostat part number=> 2197536 Thermostat Assembly but this is not likely. Try the above and let me know if the defrost timer works when turned. If not I will need to move on down to compressor start components. But because you said only lights are on that points to defrost timer being stuck into defrost and will need to be replaced if this is the case. I will be here to answer question if you need more answers. If this solution helps please rate this post, Thank You, Sea Breeze
Your Refrig/freezer should be set as follows:
Refrigerators: 36 to 40 degrees. Ideal temp is 37 Fahrenheit. Note: A temp above 42 degrees promotes bacteria.
Freezer: temp should be -5 to 6 degrees Fahrenheit. Ideal temp is 0 degrees.
Then check the door seals around the edges to see if any splits, tears or cracks have messed up the seal. This will cause your compressor to constantly run as it's trying to cool off the warm house is being sucked into the freezer (or Refrig). A sure sign the door seals are damaged is lots of ice in the freezer door area or water pooling in the bottom area of the refrigerator.
Wait about 4 hrs after you readjusted the Refrigerator/Freezer settings so everything settles down. If you still have problems then the coolant may need to be serviced (topped off) or the motor serviced/checked.
Don't procrastinate because a water heater and Refrig/freezer are the 2 largest energy users in your home- they run 24 hrs a day.
Hope this helps...
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