Usually when this happens it is either a evaporator fan or a defrost problem. Check that the fan in the back of the freezer is running. Or if there is frost on the back of the freezer. Frost indicates a defrosting problem.
Chances are great that it is the defrost heater. Most unfortunately, I just discovered that Magic Chef has discontinued this part. It is simply not available. Hmmm...if this is true I won't be getting another Magic Chef ..ever. For now, the freezer is freezing but there is a build-up of frost at the back of the freezer. Just how long this can last is anybody's guess. Our only hope is to find someplace like a refrigerator parts graveyard...or,I suppose, a new one. Ah, me...
Set your Ref/Freezer per the following:
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.
You have to wait about 4 hours for everything to stabilize. If you are still having ice forming inside the freeezer then the rubber seal around the door is probably the problem. If they have a split, tear or crack, etc. it will let warm moist house air into the freezer and turn to ice as it cools. If this happens in the refrigerator it'll turn to water and collect in the bottom of the frig. New seals can cost around $60 per door.
If you pack too much food in the unit it may also cause freezing because the air needs to move around in there and food shouldn't block the vents in the back walls of the unit.
Hopefully this helps..
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