Common Fridge Repairs Adelaide for a Fridge That Is Not Cooling Properly

Is your refrigerator not cooling efficiently? Well, it is one of the common problems that people face often. However, it is a symptom which may be caused due to several reasons. Hence, you need to explore the culprit behind it. When the freezer or refrigerator suddenly stops, you must check the sound coming from the backside of it. Either the compressor is overheating, or it is not getting sufficient power. The compressor is the heart of your refrigerator. It is the component responsible for cooling. When it fails, you need to spend a hefty amount for repairs. Thankfully, the core compressor fails rarely. In the majority of the times, it is some other component that conks off.

Capacitor often fails
Capacitor sends a boost to the motor of the compressor. When it goes bad, you hear a clicking sound when the compressor is trying to start. Due to the absence of sufficient power, it fails to start, and the internal temperature starts rising. You need to call the service engineer who will check the capacitor and replace it.

Dusty condenser
The coils of a condenser become dusty and dirty. When it happens, the cooling capacity drops. You need to get the coils cleaned. It is a specialized work that needs technical assistance. If your refrigerator is not covered in warranty or annual maintenance contract, then you need to pay for the visit of the technician. The maintenance cost depends on how severe the problem is. To clean the condenser coils, the technician unplugs the power cord and removes the small panel which is at the bottom.  A vacuum cleaner is used for removing dirt and dust. The old-styled refrigerators and freezers have a universal capacitor. New styled capacitors are suitable for new refrigerators only.

Accumulation of ice
When ice accumulates inside, the cooling capacity drops. If you feel that the utensils or vegetables don’t feel cold when you take them out, then it is an indication of some problem. It needs an intervention immediately. Call the fridge repairs Adelaide specialist and get the fridge repaired soon. When you buy a fridge, it is always better assigning the maintenance contract to a service engineer. Sometimes, the repairing work is expensive. When you sign a maintenance contract, the charges of repair and spares are covered in it. Therefore, you are not supposed to pay every time you call the engineer.