We have a refrigerator that has some condensation buildup on the inside. It is concentrated on the "ceiling" and frequently drips all over our food. We recently replaced the door seal and the door does not seal very well. Could this have something to do with it? How do we fix it?
2006-07-01 14:23:57 · 13 answers · asked by bluespwr2 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
First you should turn down the temperature because unlike a freezer the moisture in the cold air won't freeze. It will just make everything wet. If that doesn't work make sure that the stripping is still working and that is isn't torn or anything. Or you if you can't figure it out then maybe you should buy a new fridge or call a repair man.
2006-07-01 14:31:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the same problem but only during the hot/humid summer months. Temperature stays at 40 F and door seals fine. Humidity/moisture introduced every time door is opened.
Most fridge/freezers are designed to ONLY remove heat from interior compartments and transfer to coils on outside back or bottom. That's why it's important to keep these areas clean of dust and provide clearance on all sides of about 3" to provide adequate air flow.
Most fridge/freezers are NOT designed to remove humidity/moisture. Only very expensive high end models have this feature. It would require adequate drainage and PVC pipe plumbing similar to a whole house heating/air conditioner.
Humidity/moisture inside fridge/freezers comes from INSIDE the home. 3 possible solutions:
1.Turn on the whole house A/C longer than normal during humid weather.
2. Use a room dehumidifier in the kitchen.
3. Use DampRid inside the fridge section.
2014-03-14 08:52:17 · answer #2 · answered by ANTONIO 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Condensation/ice inside the door is caused by moisture in the air. Though you have replaced the door seal, may be the door has dropped a little, causing outside air to gain entry, since colder air inside comes out and warmer air from outside goes in. Check the door alignment, you may have to add few washers to lift the door up.
2006-07-01 15:39:17 · answer #3 · answered by ERM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most refrigerators have a moisture control switch. Mine is inside beside the temperature controls. It is labeled "damp / dry. Your should be something similar. Set it to moist and it will run tiny strip heaters embedded in the liner. They should help.
Work on your door seal too. It is hurting you.
2006-07-01 14:48:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have condensation because you have an air leak in your refrigerator. Replace the door seal again, and this time do it right, or have a professional do the job.
2006-07-01 14:27:58 · answer #5 · answered by rb_cubed 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My refrigerator has a dial at the top, On/Off. You keep it off during humid weather. Also saves energy. Check to be sure you don't have such a dial.
2006-07-08 11:57:06 · answer #6 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Move to the desert. Condensation problem solved.... or it'd be cheaper to buy a new fridge.
2006-07-01 14:26:21 · answer #7 · answered by jpanek_2003 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once you loosen the screws to replace the gasket the door will distorte. Loosen all the screws. and push the door closed. Once you have a proper fit open the door slowley and tighten the screws in a random order.
2006-07-08 05:11:01 · answer #8 · answered by mountainriley 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would check the weather stripping, there may be a leak letttting warm air in.
2006-07-01 14:27:07 · answer #9 · answered by letsliftslacker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SOUNDS LIKE THE DRAIN IS CLOGGED.DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE DRAIN HEATER IS DEFECTIVE. EVERYTIME THE FRIGE GOES INOT DEFROST CYCLE YOU GET THE WATER, BECAUSE THE DRAIN IS CLOGGED. THE WATER HAS NO WHERE GO, BUT BILLS BACK UP AND TURNS INTO ICE, THEN THE CYCLE REPEATS ITSELF
2006-07-02 01:19:56 · answer #10 · answered by jim w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋