Does ice and snow form in your refrigerator? Do you think the cause is internal damage? These effects can lead to conventional sealing rubber. If the gum has burst or damaged on the refrigerator, urgent measures must be taken. What to do, what to do to fix the problem, read the article.
Causes and symptoms of seal malfunction
For high-quality cooling of products, warm air should not enter the refrigerator compartment, therefore, a rubber seal is provided on the door. What signs indicate problems with it:
- snow and ice on the walls;
- continuous operation of the motor compressor.
Check if it fits snugly against the door. If visible cracks are not noticeable, then you need to look for small gaps. Apply the method with the probe:
- Take a thin piece of paper.
- Press it with the door, then try to pull it out.
- Run a check around the perimeter.
If the sheet is pulled out with difficulty, then the rubber normally performs its function. If the sheet falls out and is easily pulled out, then there is a problem.
The sealing gum could become clogged with debris and crumbs, then it needs to be cleaned. To do this, take a sponge with a drop of detergent and ammonia and wipe the seal around the perimeter.
To restore the elastic form, pour boiling water over it with a thin stream. Spread the seal while it is still hot.
If the sealant cannot be repaired, it is cracked and has lost its shelf life; it must be replaced. To do this, select the exact analogue of the old rubber band. It is important that it matches the model of your refrigerator: an improper seal may not snap into place or will not last long.
Self replacement
Do this:
- Remove the door from the hinges and lay it on a flat surface.
- Remove old rubber by making cuts at the joints.
- To remove the seal from the seat, you can use tweezers.
- Install new rubber, glue it at the joints.
Now you can use the refrigerator again. Remember to clean the seal in a timely manner to avoid breakage.
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Burst the back of the refrigerator
The normal operation of the refrigerator is to completely isolate the chambers, so the depressurization of the case is a serious problem. If you notice that ice forms inside the refrigerator, the cause may be a violation of the rear wall of the refrigerator.
When the back wall bursts from the outside, ice may freeze on it. This helps to increase the gap, due to which moisture penetrates inside, violating thermal insulation. This problem must be urgently disposed of.
The cause of such a breakdown could be a refrigerant leak. Then on the tube you can see frost or ice.
What do we have to do:
- Disconnect the equipment from the network.
- Remove wet insulation.
- Replace it with new insulation or foam.
- Cover the insulation with foil.
Repair is over. Only a master can detect refrigerant leakage, after which he will eliminate the cause of the leak and refill the system with freon.
Cracked the inside wall of the refrigerator
If you violate the operating rules, a crack may appear on the inside wall of the refrigerator. Often, drip-type refrigerator users try to speed up defrosting by cracking off ice with a knife or other object. Such actions lead to damage and depressurization of equipment.
If the plastic inside the wall is not too damaged, it can be restored. To do this, use a spatula or silicone sealant. Previously, the surface of the wall is degreased, then a sealant is applied. You can start the technique after the silicone has completely dried.
To avoid problems with the tightness of the refrigerator, make sure that the equipment is correctly transported after purchase. Also, do not rush to break the ice in the chamber yourself, it is better to wait for an independent defrost.