Issues like poor refrigerator organization, a blocked air vent or a leaky door gasket can be the cause of a refrigerator freezing food. You may also discover that your refrigerator parts—like the temperature sensor or control panel—are in need of a replacement to help maintain consistent temperatures.
Defrost the fridge with the fridge unplugged or breaker off, all doors open, for 24 hours. Place towels in the freezer near the bottom so any frost or ice that melts will not go onto your floor. After a full 24 hours, you can plug in the fridge, and see if the problem returns. It could take about 2-3 weeks to return.
I would just like to comment even though this is an older thread. French door refrigerators with in-the-door ice dispensers are known to have problems. This is due to the ice maker being located in the refrigerator area rather than the freezer area. All brands have problems.
Each time you open your freezer door the cold air would flow out and warm air will find its way inside. This humidity in the warm air is the most common cause of frost build up in the freezer. Humidity can also be introduced into the freezer when you put hot foods into it.
Adjust the temperature.
Monitor the temperature gauge inside your refrigerator and freezer. At all times, your refrigerator should be between 35 and 42 degrees Fahrenheit and your freezer should be around 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Anything lower than these temperatures can cause frost or ice to form.
Cleaning Defrost Drain Tube
You can flush out the drain hole with a solution made of 1 tablespoon of baking soda and 2 cups of hot tap water. Use a meat/turkey (bulb) baster to squeeze the solution into the drain hole and flush out the drain tube. When clear, you will hear water running down into the drain pan below.
Potential for Leaks: French door refrigerators have a higher potential for leaks than other refrigerators. This is because of the water dispenser and ice maker, which are often located on the outside of the unit.
French-door refrigerators have an average lifespan of about 10-15 years, making them one of the more reliable options on the market. Like side by side models, these last longest when they have independent compressors for the fresh food and freezer sections.
The build-up of frost inside a fridge/freezer is caused by an interaction between warm and cold air. By leaving your appliances door open too frequently, you are increasing the likelihood of frost and ice. To prevent this, try not to open your fridge's door too often.
Fridge temperature settings are generally numbered from 1 to 5, with 5 being the coldest. A fully stocked fridge may need to be set to a higher setting (around 3 or 4), whereas one with more space is best suited to temperature setting 2 or 3.
Cause: Air vents in your fridge help circulate cold air. If they're blocked, the cold air can't move around, causing some areas to freeze. Fix: Clear any obstructions around the vents and rearrange items inside the fridge to allow for better airflow. Regularly clean the vents to prevent dust and debris buildup.
Blocked air vents may cause food to freeze over in the back of the fridge. The refrigerator's air vents push cold air into the compartment and circulate it throughout, but a blocked vent can expose food directly in its path to more cold air, which may lead it to freeze up over time.
The ideal temperature settings for the French Door refrigerator are 0°F (-18°C) for the Freezer and 37°F (3°C) for the Fridge. To adjust the temperature, follow these steps: Important: On models with touch sensitive displays, touch the words "Freezer" and "Fridge", not the icon or numbers.
Some of the most long-lasting refrigerator brands come from GE, LG, and Bosch. These refrigerators come at different price points, whether you are looking for a standard model or high-end appliance.
While French door refrigerators have more components, leading to potential issues, brands like Whirlpool, LG, and KitchenAid have excellent reliability ratings. Choosing a trusted brand ensures fewer problems and a longer lifespan.
Which refrigerator brand is most reliable? All three of the appliance experts we spoke to for this roundup said Whirlpool and LG were the most reliable refrigerator brands due to their durability, reliability and ease of repairs. Samsung and GE were also mentioned by our experts as high-quality fridges.
Now here's a problem that can occur: the freezer compartment temperature is ideal for making ice, so if the water dripping off the evaporator coils begins to freeze again before making its way through the defrost drain, the drain hole can freeze over – in other words, ice build-up will block the drain hole.
It is just up from where the floor slopes up to the back wall, in the center. In some models it is behind a plastic panel along the back wall which is held in place by a screw. You can remove the screw and panel and the drain hole will be visible.
If the water line is clogged, it can usually be cleaned out by running vinegar and baking soda through the line. Clogs are likely to occur if there is a flaw in the water line or if the water filter is not updated.