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 Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662011
03/07/18 02:31 PM
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JRGOCARDS
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Verify if the light is going out when you close it like it should. Our LG fridge got to where the light wasn't turning off and the heat it generated raised the temp. Just took the light out and it works great.
JR
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: CCTX]
#12662016
03/07/18 02:33 PM
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First thing I'd do is clean the coils
I'd also 90% fill four empty Powerade plastic bottles with salt water. Screw the caps on tightly then seal the caps with HVAC aluminum tape. Freeze the salt water Powerade bottle solid (might take 48-72Hrs) in a good freezer.
Then put the frozen like a rock Powerade bottles in the sketchy freezer.
Since doing the above, I have prolonged the life of a borderline freezer in the garage.
It used to get down to about 35 degrees, but since cleaning the coils and back filling the freezer with the frozen solid Powerade bottles, it works like new. And how is he supposed to freezer these bottles
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
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#12662023
03/07/18 02:38 PM
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CCTX
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He should go to Bottlecap Alley and have them freeze the bottles solid for 72Hrs, then pick them up in an insulated cooler and take them home.
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662029
03/07/18 02:39 PM
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Cast
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Here's how I troubleshot this...
1. Empty freezer to deep freezer.
2. Up cold setting to max freeze cold.
3. Wait 24 hours, keeping door closed.
4. Open door, check temp, 40*.
5. Think and consider facts.
6. Place palm on steel vented cover over rear coils inside freezer, feel a little warmth.
7. Hmmmm
Now what do I do?
Cast ![[Linked Image]](http://winsounds.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Longhorn-Logo.png) I have a short attention spa
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662052
03/07/18 02:48 PM
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fishmagnet
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Did you clean the coils yet? As others have mentioned, 21 yr old coils accumulate a LOT of hair, dust, and gunk which can greatly reduce a fridge/freezers cooling efficiency. WAWI, of all people could probably attest to what dirty coils do to undercounter and stand-up refrigerators in restaurants. 
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662057
03/07/18 02:51 PM
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Yes dirty coils will cause they issue you are describing
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662061
03/07/18 02:51 PM
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Kattelyn]
#12662063
03/07/18 02:52 PM
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Duck_Hunter
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21 years is a good run. Beer fridge it and replace it. Although I would check the defroster thingy after you get the new one in place. That way you also have a tequila freezer. Katt gets it.
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662158
03/07/18 03:53 PM
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Cast
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Katt wins, Duck Hunter gets an Honorable Mention.
Defrost timer is on the way, $21.16. I will clean it up and vacuum the coils when I pull it out. The defrost heater is stuck in the 'on'position. The one moving part that can cause this is the defrost timer. This fridge has been cleaned a couple of times, probably dirty but not clogged. If it was, the fridge would suffer too.
I'm betting on it, will keep y'all informed.
Cast I have a short attention spa
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662178
03/07/18 04:05 PM
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I'm The Dude
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Katt wins, Duck Hunter gets an Honorable Mention.
Defrost timer is on the way, $21.16. I will clean it up and vacuum the coils when I pull it out. The defrost heater is stuck in the 'on'position. The one moving part that can cause this is the defrost timer. This fridge has been cleaned a couple of times, probably dirty but not clogged. If it was, the fridge would suffer too.
I'm betting on it, will keep y'all informed. Awesome! Sounds like you've got her figured out.
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662187
03/07/18 04:07 PM
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Kattelyn
Little Psycho Coffee
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Katt wins, Duck Hunter gets an Honorable Mention.
Defrost timer is on the way, $21.16. I will clean it up and vacuum the coils when I pull it out. The defrost heater is stuck in the 'on'position. The one moving part that can cause this is the defrost timer. This fridge has been cleaned a couple of times, probably dirty but not clogged. If it was, the fridge would suffer too.
I'm betting on it, will keep y'all informed.  Done it a couple times. It's an easy and cheap fix.
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
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#12662191
03/07/18 04:07 PM
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Davedave
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My new one is here, and the old one is in the garage now.
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662255
03/07/18 04:47 PM
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Cast
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Again, church mouse financed project...
Cast I have a short attention spa
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662267
03/07/18 04:55 PM
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Duck_Hunter
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Katt wins, Duck Hunter gets an Honorable Mention.
Defrost timer is on the way, $21.16. I will clean it up and vacuum the coils when I pull it out. The defrost heater is stuck in the 'on'position. The one moving part that can cause this is the defrost timer. This fridge has been cleaned a couple of times, probably dirty but not clogged. If it was, the fridge would suffer too.
I'm betting on it, will keep y'all informed. I’ll take honorable mention.
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Re: A Test for the DIY OT Crowd
[Re: Cast]
#12662269
03/07/18 04:56 PM
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Sawhorse
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Katt wins, Duck Hunter gets an Honorable Mention.
Defrost timer is on the way, $21.16. I will clean it up and vacuum the coils when I pull it out. The defrost heater is stuck in the 'on'position. The one moving part that can cause this is the defrost timer. This fridge has been cleaned a couple of times, probably dirty but not clogged. If it was, the fridge would suffer too.
I'm betting on it, will keep y'all informed. Best of luck! If it does, those of you who poked fun at advice provided by collincountytx...he will get the last laugh! Cast will be successful with the Powerade bottle, salt water DIY fix method and you all will eat your words. (Note: If you only have access to Gatorade bottles, they will work just as well.)
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