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Posted on Jun 26, 2008

Sub-Zero 532 (About 18 years old)

Sub Zero 532 (Side by side)
About 8 months ago the freezer stop working....had compressor replaced. It works fine (12F / not as cold as we would like it to be).
For the last 2 months, the refrigerator temp varies (the themostat knob is @ max)......sometimes it maintains 3F-37F and other times we are unable to keep it below 44F (It even reaches 48F-49F if the door is opened a few times).
Your help and guidance will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,

Mickey

  • jasmine521 Aug 02, 2008

    yes

  • bobbparts Sep 04, 2008

    changeed the thermostat on the freezer side and the timer

    Compressor is hot and the cold side tube is not cold.

    model 532

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First do the simple things like cleaning the condensor coils and turning the defrost timer a few times, also check the evaporator motor or just listen to the fan by opening the freezer door. Also check the light switch, make sure it turns the light off every time you close the door.







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