Fridge Problem?

Question

Everything in my refridgerator freezes up (including ice maker and water filter). It started doing this at the factory settings, so we turned the cold controls all the way down and finally got things moving, but now the ice is partially thawing. It also seems the top of the fresh food side freezes quicker than the bottom. I think this all started after our power was turned back on. (I don't know what that would have to do with it. Could just be coincidence)"

Answer 1

I am not sure that I understand the problem

correctly, but check this site and see if you can spot your problem -

http://appliancequickfix.com/REFRIGERATO...

Answer 2

Nope, it's probably not coincidence.  Sounds like the temp gague got disturbed when the appliance lost power.  Possibly got a surge - highly rare fro a fridge but it happened to my GE Side by Side.  It started freezing things in the fresh bin, not coolong near the top, the in-door ice dispenser dripped, and the freezer wasn't freezing as hard.  A couple of things had happened: the thermostat got fried and one of the fans was sticking.  Fortunately, it was less than a year old and I got warranty service - ONLY for several related things to keep going wrong with it on & off.  If the fridge is relatively new & you own it, call in warranty service.  If it's very old, you might need to seek a replacement.  If you rent, tell the land lord it's causing your food to ruin - they should replace it.

Answer 3

Does the fan run? Is it in a room that changes temperture widely?

Answer 4

I think the little motor may have fried when the power came back on. It may well be stuck open. Its controled by the refrigerator control k**b at the top of the refrigerator compartment. Try turning that control and see if there's any difference in airflow.

Answer 5

I surely does sound like the fan is not running.  Open the freezer and listen for it.  Replacing the fan is about a 3 on a 10-scale.