Fridge compressor keeps working all the time

I suggest you use a voltmeter to check whether the defrost panel is on all the time or just disconnect it for testing.

If the compressor is running and it doesn't get cold (with defrost definitely off) it indicates the refrigerant has leaked away. As a sort of double-check, if it is working and pumping refrigerant around, one of the pipes from the compressor will get quite hot and the condenser coils will grow warm.

Is there a flap that allows cold air from the freezer section to enter the fridge, or is it a separate system altogether.
In what way is the thermostat "broken"?

Please check step by step as following.
1. Compressor working.( keeping your arm on condenser coil to feel warm)
2. Check for whistling sound in freezer after few seconds of compressor starting. (If not, system chocked. call repairman)
3. If no chock, check thermostat setting. Keep freezer temp between -14 & 8* F and Fridge temp
36&46*F.
4. Check thermostat sensor is working by turning counterclockwise. If your fridge shuts off, it's o.k.)
5. If not, replace thermostat.

With your statement, it's cleared that thermostat cuts off is malfunctioned. Replace thermostat.

Thanks. Helpful?

You need to put a heat source in the fridge compartment near the fridge thermostat. Try putting a lower wattage bulb (40w) into the fridge compartment. Or even try this, take the door switch out of the fridge and short the two leads together. Tape the exposed ends with electrical tape and that should provide enough heat to keep your compressor on long enough to keep the freezer cold. Just remember to put the switch back in in the spring and summer months or you will have a real high electrical bill. Hope this helps you.

OK, First let us check the compressor to see if running or trying to start. Pull away from wall and unplug from wall. Remove lower cover and feel the compressor top of the to see if too hot to hold hand there, cool or warm. look inside freezer and tell me if ice is building on rear wall. Answer that and I will be able to tell you what we need to do, Thanks, Sea Breeze

Hi!!

Let's try this:

Check temp. settings the freezer knob controls thermostat settings, set it about one third of the scale.

The fridge knob, (set it half way) controls a door actuator that lets cold air blown by the little fan in freezer go from evaporator (the one that gets iced up) to the fridge, so, the little fan in freezer is the one in charge of making your fridge work. CHECK FAN, it should come on when you open freezer door for a couple of minutes, it must sound strong, and if you put your hand in front of one of the fridge's air vents you should feel cold air coming out, if no or weak breeze comes out, check passages for obstrucion, if none, replace motor, (about 20 at your hardware store)

I assume your mechanic already checked thermostat and defrost operation, because, if your timer is right, the defrost mechanism will de-ice the evaporator about four times a day.

Check your drain hose for blockage.

Let me know how it worked out, good luck.

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it could be the damper part number WR49X10091,if the damper door isn't closing correctly cold air will just keep coming into the fridge side from the freezer,usually the damper door opens to let the cold air in when the fridge starts warming up and when it gets cold enough the door will close but your damper is stuck open

Hi, this problem is going to be with the running thermostat (cold Control). It has gone bad and stays open which in turn will keep the compressor running continually and will cause the fridge to get colder and freeze food. It can normally be located in the control panel inside the fridge (it is the control that has wires, the other is the damper). Locate the thermostat and replace it. If you have any other questions or concerns please feel free to comment again. Good Luck!! Mike

Hi, this problem is going to be with the running thermostat. It has gone bad and stays open which in turn will keep the compressor running continually. It can normally be located in the control panel inside the fridge. Locate the thermostat and replace it. If you have any other questions or concerns please feel free to comment again. Good Luck!! Mike