Ariston refrigerators are not insured against malfunction. Modern technology consists of many nodes and parts that are controlled by an electronic module - the more complex the system, the more reasons lead to failure. Let's consider them in the article.
Often an error may appear on the display. Its decoding indicates the cause of the problem, which you can try to fix with your own hands.
Common breakdowns of Hotpoint Ariston
Although Ariston refrigerators have proven to be reliable, malfunctions sometimes occur. Well, if the display shows a trouble code, then you can look at the instructions and calculate the breakdown. If this does not happen, and the device does not function normally, you can start the test mode. How to do this is also described in the user manual.
Common refrigerator problems:
- Noises and buzzes at work.
- Makes strange sounds (pops, clicks).
- There is no light in the camera.
- The refrigerator compartment does not chill, the freezer does not freeze badly.
- The freezer is very cold, the food freezes.
- Beeps, a red light is on.
- The motor-compressor does not turn off, it works without stopping.
- The compressor does not turn on.
- The back wall of the camera freezes.
- Water at the bottom of the compartment.
Why such failures happen and how to fix them, read below.
Hotpoint-Ariston Refrigerator Troubleshooting
Consider the main causes of problems and their solutions.
Noisy refrigerator operation
If the two-chamber unit used to work fine, and recently it started to make a lot of noise, buzz, rattle, check:
- The correct installation. Whether the level of equipment is set, whether there is a bias. You can correct the situation by adjusting the front legs.
- The dishes in the chamber touch each other. When the engine starts, it rattles.
- The refrigerant circulates through the circuit, and gurgling sounds can be heard. This is not a breakdown.
- Foreign objects or furniture are in contact with the unit body.
- Maintain a distance between the cabinet of the refrigerator and the walls, furniture at least 5 cm.
Clicks and pops during operation
Such sounds can indicate both normal operation of the equipment and problems requiring repair. If the unit works normally and freezes, then:
- Clicking is possible during engine shutdown. The materials of the walls of the chamber are deformed at a temperature difference.
- When starting and turning off the motor, the thermostat can click. In this case, the sounds should be from the first day of work.
Faults requiring repair:
- The electromechanical model clicks when turned on, but the motor-compressor does not work. There are problems with the thermostat. He sends a message to the board about the temperature increase in the chamber, then the board gives a command to turn on the motor. If the latter does not start, check the thermostat.
- The technique turns on, the engine starts, but stops. A relay clicks the motor off. The compressor is defective and needs to be replaced. At the same time, light is lit in the compartment.
- The refrigerator clicks, the engine does not turn on, it is dark in the chamber. The start relay is out of order.
- The device operates normally, but clicks are heard when the compressor is turned off. It is necessary to check the fasteners of the motor, maybe they are loose.
There is no light in the compartment
Check the connection: if the plug is firmly seated in the outlet, press them firmly. If there is no light, replace the bulb. Pay attention to the type of lighting and choose the appropriate model.
No cold in the offices
If the cells are at a high temperature, the refrigerator may report this by blinking a red light or an audible signal - a squeak.
Does the refrigerator not cool? Read the publication “The refrigerator compartment does not work,” and also check:
- The tightness of the door to the housing. Inspect seal for integrity and suitability. If contaminated, wipe it with soap and ammonia. If worn, replace the element. Tighten the door fasteners.
- Frequency and duration of door opening. If you keep the doors open for a long time, warm air enters the chamber, which leads to an increase in temperature and the formation of condensate.
- Thermostat. Is the correct value set?
With the simultaneous loading of a large amount of warm products, you need to wait 20-30 minutes until the indicators recover.
- Blockage of the capillary leads to disruption in the circulation of the refrigerant and poor cooling. It is better to call the wizard to fix the problem.
- Compressor malfunction. Error A2 may appear on the scoreboard. The refrigerator will consume a lot of electricity, and the production of cold will decrease.
Also, the reasons that the camera does not freeze could be:
- Defrost sensor fault.
- Damage to the heating element of the evaporator.
- Freon gas outlet.
- Incorrect operation of the electronic board.
Products in the compartment freeze
Need to check:
- Does the product touch the back of the refrigerator?
- Activation of the deep freeze mode. In this case, you need to disable it.
- Thermostat position. If the temperature is low, increase it.
A serious malfunction is a malfunction of the thermostat, then replacement and repair will be required.
The motor runs without stopping
Normally, the compressor operates for periods with shutdowns "on rest".
If it does not turn off at all and works for wear, then:
- The camera door does not close. The constant penetration of warm air leads to an increase in temperature. To restore performance, the engine runs without respite, pumping cold. Check the seals and the location of the door.
- The temperature in the room is above normal. Each model, including Ariston, has a climate class that indicates at what temperature it can be operated.
- Snow and ice build-up exceed 2-3 mm. The heat exchange in the refrigerator is broken. Defrost the unit immediately.
The compressor does not start
There may be two types of malfunction.
The engine does not work, the light in the camera is on:
- Problems with No Frost. It is recommended that you contact a service center for troubleshooting.
- Defective motor winding. Need repair or full replacement.
- The thermostat does not work. Perhaps the wiring between the regulator and the motor is broken. Diagnostics and replacement are carried out.
- Start relay failure.
- The defect of the main board.
The compressor does not turn on, the light does not light:
- No light.
- The insulation of the power cord is broken, the outlet is damaged.
All other reasons are identical to the first case.
Ice on the back wall
If a “coat” grows on the evaporator or on the walls, the cause may be a faulty thermostat.
Defrosting drip-type models should be done at least once every six months. For models with Nou Frost, ice formation is uncharacteristic. If this happens in the freezer, it is a defective defrost timer.
Water at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment
Products pressed to the back of the department accumulate condensate, which does not go into the drain, but flows down. Go through the products and remove the accumulated water.
It happens that the drainage hole is clogged with debris, crumbs, so the condensate has nowhere to drain. You can clean it yourself using a thin wand.
If you notice a malfunction in the Hotpoint-Ariston refrigerator, do not let things go by themselves. Try to figure out the reasons and troubleshoot, or call the wizard.
The video will help repair the Nou Frost system: