Compressor locked
Cause: The compressor could not start.
What to do: Unplug the fridge for 10 minutes. If the code returns, the sealed system needs service.
Home / Auburn / Refrigerator repair
Diagnostics and repair for compressors, sealed systems, defrost, fans and ice makers. We reach Auburn (36830, 36832, 36849) in about 25 minutes.
What we hear most in Auburn
| Repair | Typical time | |
|---|---|---|
| Defrost system repair | ~75 min · 3 mo warranty | |
| Evaporator / condenser fan replacement | ~60 min · 3 mo warranty | |
| Door gasket replacement | ~45 min · 3 mo warranty | |
| Start relay replacement | ~30 min · 3 mo warranty | |
| Sealed system repair and recharge | ~180 min · 12 mo warranty | |
| Compressor replacement | ~180 min · 12 mo warranty | |
| Ice maker repair | ~60 min · 3 mo warranty |
Code on the display?
Cause: The compressor could not start.
What to do: Unplug the fridge for 10 minutes. If the code returns, the sealed system needs service.
Cause: The supply voltage to the compressor is too low.
What to do: Plug the fridge directly into a wall outlet. If it returns, call a technician.
Cause: The ice maker temperature sensor has failed.
What to do: The ice maker or its sensor needs replacing.
Cause: Not a fault: the fridge is in showroom mode and is not cooling.
What to do: Hold the two left buttons (usually Freezer and Power Cool) for 5 seconds to switch it off.
Cause: The door display and the main board have lost communication.
What to do: Unplug for 5 minutes. If it returns, the door wiring harness needs checking.
Cause: The compressor is not starting.
What to do: Unplug for 10 minutes. If it returns, the compressor circuit needs service.
Typically about 25 minutes after we confirm the booking. You choose a three-hour arrival window and the technician calls before setting off.
The service call is a flat $89 and covers the trip to Auburn and a full diagnosis. You then get an exact quote for parts and labor before any work starts.