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I have a Westinghouse chest freezer. It sat idle for a few years. I plugged it in the other day and it clicks on and off in about 4 seconds. I left it for a few hours and freezer was cold. Unplugged it again. Next day plugged it in to check reliability. Same relay sound but after a few hours, freezer was warm, compressor way hot. Replaced starter capacitor. Same issue, no cold. Did the compressor internals just give me one last cold then die? Not sure what it can be on these simple units. Manufactured in 1997
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Hi,
I think you have tell wrong model .
Please try find out the temperature controller. Your freezer should able to adjust temperature from 0 - 18 Deg. F
Chest freezer of caravell has 2 model i.e :
1. Caravell SST-5213.7 cu ft Chest Freezer With Solid
Sliding Doors
Durable white powder coated, baked on enamel finish
Solid sliding top doors
Cord and plug included
Self-contained refrigeration system
Temp. range 0 to -18 degrees F
13.7 cu ft capacity
Heavy duty casters included
Dual drain plugs for easy cleaning
Environmentally friendly CFC-free R-134a refrigerant and insulation
115V, 4.5 Amps
51 1/2"W X 25 3/4"D x 34 3/4"H
One year parts, 90 days labor warranty plus 3 year compressor warranty
&2. Caravell GST-5213.7 cu ft Chest Freezer With Glass
Sliding Doors
Durable white powder coated, baked on enamel finish
Solid sliding top doors
Cord and plug included
Self-contained refrigeration system
Temp. range 0 to -18 degrees F
13.7 cu ft capacity
Heavy duty casters included
Dual drain plugs for easy cleaning
Environmentally friendly CFC-free R-134a refrigerant and insulation
115V, 4.5 Amps
51 1/2"W X 25 3/4"D x 34 3/4"H
One year parts, 90 days labor warranty plus 3 year compressor warranty
Feel compressor to see if running and warm. If not, most likely thermostat control is bad. If it is running, determine if it runs continuously or if it's clicking on and off every couple minutes. If clicking on and off, replace overload and relay that plugs into side of compressor. If running continuously, there is probably a freon leak on blockage. Replace freezer in latter scenario
it is either your thermostat or the overload relay. if it make a loud clicking noise every few minutes than that means it is your overload relay with is on your compressor but if not the it will be your thermostat. try tapping on it.but most likely it will need to be replaced
the hinges are bad and need to be replace
go to sears.com and click on the parts link
there enter the complete model number or call them if you want 1-800-252-1698
check to see if hinges are still available
First make sure than the condensing coil in the freezer is clean of dust and dirt(it is behind the grill vent in the bottom side of the freezer where the compresor is) If it is clough brush the dirt off after you unplugit.When is clean wait a few minutes ,5, and plugg it back at the GFI outlet and see if work If still tripped the outlet you may have to replace it.
Remove the panel covering the compressor. Remove the relay plugged on the side of the compressor and shake it. If it rattles or has any burned spots it is shorted out. Try replacing it first. Make sure you replace it with the correct replacement, not a fit-all. If this is not the problem you will need to replace the compressor. If it is less than 5 yrs old the compressor should still be in warranty. If so call Sears, it will be repaired free of charge. If it is out of warranty buy a new freezer.
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