Move perishable food to a safe cold location if temperatures are rising. A refrigerator should generally remain near 3–4°C, while the freezer should be close to −18°C.
Safe checks you can make
- Confirm the controls were not accidentally changed.
- Make sure food is not blocking interior air vents.
- Check that the doors close fully and gaskets contact evenly.
- Listen for fans and note whether the compressor is running.
- Look for heavy frost on the freezer’s rear interior panel.
What different symptoms may indicate
Freezer cold, refrigerator warm
This often points to an airflow problem, such as a blocked vent, failed evaporator fan, damper issue or frost buildup caused by a defrost-system fault.
Both sections warm
Possible causes include condenser airflow problems, control failure, fan failure or a sealed-system issue. My Appliances Assist diagnoses these concerns but does not perform sealed-system compressor, evaporator or condenser replacement.
Runs constantly but does not reach temperature
Dirty condenser surfaces, failed fans, poor door sealing or a refrigerant-system problem can all create this symptom.
Repair or replace?
Age, parts availability, repair cost, overall condition and the type of failure all matter. A clear diagnosis should come before that decision.
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