Fridge.

[crijo68]

Hi I'm hoping that someone can answer my queerie regarding my LG fridge Freezer, yesterday I noticed that it was not working resulting with me having to
Throw the freezer goods away has it had defrosted, the interior light was working only, this morning I heard the ice cubes falling into the box, when I checked it was again working ok what do you think caused this? This is the first time this has happened, I have had it for 9 years with no problems.

[boxtops]

Have you by any chance knocked a temperature control button, so that it's much warmer than it ought to be? On the other hand, after 9 years, it might just have worn out.

[boxtops]

^ PS check your household insurance policy, you might be able to claim for the value of the destroyed food.

[crijo68]

Thank you Boxtop, money is short at present, will hope that it lasts until I can save some money.

[Old_Geezer]

Whilst I can no idea I vaguely recall a freezer problem thread not so very long ago where the cause was some vent that had frozen up, causing temperature issues I guess after a defrost it may be ok for a while.

It may pay you to check inside, behind screwed panels, and stuff. And try a search of the forum to see if you can spot the thread in question.

There again this may be one giant 'red herring'.

[Hymie]

My bet would be that the thermostat is on the way out – and that the fault is likely to reoccur.

Consider buying one of these (or something similar):-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Digital-Fridge-Freezer-Thermometer-Kitchen-Appliance-With-Alarm-/251184981677?pt=UK_Kitchen_Accessories&;hash=item3a7bcaa6ad

This company may stock the thermostat for your model:-

http://www.espares.co.uk/search/ma81pt1727/fridges-and-freezers/thermostats/lg

It is normally a fairly simple procedure to change the thermostat – but remember to unplug the fridge first.