My refridgerator is about 18 years old and it runs all the time. I think the freezer part of it comes on and shuts off more or less like it is susposed to but the fridge doesn't get as cold as it used to and I have the control set to the lowest setting. I can hear something running all the time.
Do refridgerators wear out in time and need to be replaced?
2006-11-03 14:44:44 · 9 answers · asked by dennispatterson58 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes.
But you may have a repairable problem. If the compressor continues to run but the box is no longer holding the proper temperature, you may have a bad defrost heater.
Maybe a bad evaporator fan motor is causing the problem. Maybe the condenser coil is plugged up and overheating. If so, clean it with a brush.
Your 'frig' is 18 years old. So if a major repair is needed(such as compressor or evaporator), I recommend a newer refrigerator. A new refrigerator will most likely save you money and allow you to sleep at night.
Good Luck
Craig Burridge
Wayland Refrigeration
2006-11-03 15:06:29 · answer #1 · answered by csburridge 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Refrigerators have thermostats so when it reaches a temp the fan and compressor shut off. You could just have a bad switch or thermostat. It depends on your appliance. The other thing could just be ice. If there is ice build up you need to defrost and that could help. Also if the door seal it bad and air is leaking that will keep it running all the time.
But, if it is that old it is definitely not as efficient as a new one.
2006-11-03 14:52:24 · answer #2 · answered by sdh0407 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes the older ones run longer it's time 2 replace it I just did and mine was my mother's old frig from 40yrs ago lol
2006-11-03 14:54:52 · answer #3 · answered by sugarbdp1 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, do replace it with a energy saver one that is available these days. Your old refrigerator is using up a lot of useless energy.
2006-11-03 14:46:39 · answer #4 · answered by Trapped in a Box 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have to check to make sure the light goes off when you close the door. If it does go off, your fridge is fine. If it stays on when you close the door, man you got problems.
2006-11-03 14:48:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Ummm....yeah you need to get a new fridge cause parts of it are wearing out.
2006-11-03 14:46:47 · answer #6 · answered by SilverHAWK 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
low on freon or the gasket on the door is bad
2006-11-03 15:04:35 · answer #7 · answered by Billy T 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your compressor is hosed.
2006-11-03 14:55:20 · answer #8 · answered by Wurm™ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Better go catch it!!! LOL :)
2006-11-03 14:53:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋