The technique of the Italian brand Indesit is in great demand among buyers. However, not everyone knows that refrigerators are produced in Russia, in the city of Lipetsk. Therefore, they have a low cost, a wide range and technical support in service centers. This allows you to quickly fix the breakdown. What malfunctions in the Indesit refrigerator occur most often and why, whether it is possible to fix them yourself, read below.
Common Indesit Refrigerator Problems
Indesit models are equipped with a self-diagnosis system, therefore, when a malfunction occurs, an error code is displayed on the display. The instructions always indicate the decoding of all errors for a particular model. You can determine the location of the breakdown and carry out repairs.
What kind of problems do refrigerators have? Let us consider in more detail the breakdowns and ways to eliminate them.
Start-up relay defective
The relay is part of a motor compressor. When turned on, it starts the compressor, and the cameras begin to cool. When turned off, the motor stops "for rest". If the relay sticks in one position or fails, the temperature in the chambers will rise, because the motor does not start.
For what reasons the relay breaks:
- The terminals and contacts light up during a power surge.
- Moisture gets on the details.
- Incorrect connection leads to shorting and burning of the element.
What to do:
- Strip contacts.
- Check for correct wiring and tightness.
Watch the video on the principle of operation and diagnostics of the start relay:
The freezer does not freeze
We wrote more about this problem in the article “The freezer does not work”. Here we describe the general problems that need to be addressed.
In the latest Indesit models, the Nou Frost defrost system is installed. This means that ice does not form on the walls, and the equipment does not need frequent defrosting. However, some notice that ice freezes on the back wall.
Here's what users complain about:
- The freezer does not cool the food. The compressor can be heard, but the temperature in the compartment does not decrease. Need to check the temperature controller. The value may have been set incorrectly or it may have failed. Also inspect the door seal and carry out a circuit check for refrigerant leakage.
- The engine starts for a few seconds and turns off. Freezing does not work. The causes of the malfunction could be: a starting relay, a burnt wiring or a failure in the electronic board. You need to contact the service center.
- Ice on the walls. High performance thermal relay. The capillary line may have clogged, so the refrigerant cannot circulate normally.
The fan does not work
Fans in refrigerators with Nou Frost drive cold air out, evenly distributing it throughout the chamber. They can stop their work for the following reasons:
- Ice is frozen on the blades, so they do not rotate. Need defrosting the refrigerator.
- The connection between the main module and the fan is broken. Inspection of wiring and replacement of faulty elements.
- The motor burned out. A complete replacement of the part is required.
To check the operability of the fan wiring is connected to the operating voltage. If it spins, everything is fine.
The heater does not work in the camera
Such a malfunction can be indicated by the code F07 in electronic models and by the flashing of three indicators on the electromechanical ones. Do not immediately replace the item and take the error literally. If the camera does not defrost, you need to check the wiring, connection quality and only then, in case of a malfunction, change the parts.
To diagnose and replace the heater, do this:
- Remove all boxes from the compartment.
- Remove the back wall, behind which are the heater and the evaporator.
- To check the defrost timer, close its contacts with a wire. If he earned, then everything is in order.
- Measure the relay contacts with a multimeter. If the tester beeps, the relay is operational.
Compressor problems
It happens that the compressor does not work or, on the contrary, constantly works.
If the refrigerator does not turn on and does not start, the network cable is checked first. If at the same time you hear that somewhere clicks, you need to check the motor. The relay clicks in an attempt to start the engine.
When the equipment does not turn off and does not cool, this indicates wear on the motor. He lacks the power to create pressure and cooling. Therefore, it does not turn off, because the system is trying to reach the set temperature. To prevent it from breaking completely, carry out diagnostics and repairs.
Refrigerant leak
Most often, breakdowns occur in two-chamber models with a lower freezer. Condensation that drains from the upper chamber drips onto the freezer body. Underneath is a refrigerant circuit. Due to corrosion, the tubes of the circuit are destroyed, the leak of freon gas begins.
What symptoms indicate a problem:
- Ice freezes on the walls and the evaporator.
- The refrigerator freezes badly or does not cool at all.
- The back wall was swollen.
- The compressor shuts off for only 5-10 seconds, trying to reach the set temperature.
The troubleshooting methods are simple: calling the wizard. Independently this work can be done by a specialist with equipment. It is necessary: to find damage, eliminate the leak, refuel the system with freon.
The case is beating current
Touch the case and get a small discharge? Using such a technique is prohibited. Disconnect it from the mains and check the insulation of the wiring, power cord. Connection of large-sized devices must be done through a grounded outlet.
Found a bare wire? It is not necessary to isolate it, it is better to completely replace it.
The light is off
When the light bulb is very hot or burns out, you can do the replacement yourself:
- Remove the screw that secures the lampshade. Take it off.
- Unscrew the bulb and put a new one at 15 watts.
- Replace the cover.
It is worth checking the switch. When closing the door, the light should turn off. If this does not happen, then the circuit breaker is being repaired.
The refrigerator is noisy, buzzing, popping
After installation, did the technician start to buzz? Check that the housing is correctly level. It should be installed with a bias back a couple of degrees. To do this, adjust the front legs.
Do you hear a crack during operation? This is possible when you turn on the freeze: the thawed plastic is deformed from the temperature difference. This is not a failure if the device cracked from the first days after purchase.
The unit is flowing, water under the fruit crates
In models with drip defrost, the drain hole is clogged. Moisture from the walls should go into the drain, but instead drains down the compartment.
The hole is easy to clean with a thin wire. Cover all foods to prevent crumbs and small particles from entering the drainage hole.
The indicators on the panel do not light
In such cases, control board diagnostics are carried out, contacts from the module to the panel are checked.
Bad smells
There is an unpleasant odor in the compartment, although the temperature is normal. Defrost and clean the unit.
- Disconnect it from the network.
- Remove all foods and leave to defrost for at least 24 hours.
- Wipe the walls and shelves with a solution of water and lemon juice. Close the doors for half an hour.
- Wipe the contents with a dry cloth and load the food.
To avoid equipment malfunctions, it is enough to adhere to operating rules. Before buying, you should pay attention to the climatic class of the refrigerator in order to install it in suitable conditions.