6 GE French Door Refrigerator Problems and Solutions

GE French door refrigerators are one of the most sought-after models and the best option for the kitchen because of their modern design and smart look! Nonetheless, it’s not perfect and can develop some problems from time to time. 

I have gotten many questions from several users about the GE French door refrigerator problems they have and how they can fix them.

I guess you might be experiencing one! You’re on the right site. A bad refrigerator can lead to food spoilage, waste of time, and lots of stress. I know that frustrating feeling! 

In this article, I will detail all the GE French door refrigerator problems, the possible causes, and the best ways to fix them. You can handle it yourself; just read to the end.

GE French Door Refrigerator Problems And Solutions 

Common GE French door refrigerator problems are faulty temperature control, fridge not cooling, ice maker not producing ice, fridge making excess noise, and water leakage. Let’s dive into more details!

Faulty Temperature Control 

if you discover that your French door refrigerator cannot retain the temperature you adjusted to, the problem could be from the thermostat. It’s either the temperature setting is wrong or the thermostat is bad.

Solutions:

1. To fix this, you have to reset the temperature settings.
2. Search for the knob of the thermostat inside the refrigerator and turn it to any side till you get the exact temperature setting you want.
3. If the problem persists, you have to remove the thermostat and replace it with a new one.
4. Get a professional to fix this for you in case you are confused.

Fridge Is Not Cooling 

If your fridge is not cooling, the problem could be that the door of the freezer is not closed tightly, the seals are cracked, the condenser coil is clogged with dirts or even broken, the vents are congested, the switch is turned off or the plug is not properly fixed in the socket or the wiring is jagged. Any of these could be the cause of the problem.

Solutions 

1. Carefully check if the power switch is turned on and the power wire attached to the socket is positioned properly. If it’s not, fix that! 
2. Examine the door switch of the freezer. The fridge may not switch on the condenser until the door is tightly closed. Close the door firmly.
3. Check the condenser coils. It is at the rear of the fridge. Clean the coils if it is dusty or clogged with dirt. 

Here’s how to clean the condenser coils:

• Move your GE French door fridge a bit further from the wall
• Detach it from its power source.
• Take away the cover on the condenser coils 
• If the coils are covered with ice, de-ice and clean the water. Wipe the dust on it if there’s any.
• Put back the cover of the condenser coils and turn on its power.
• Check if your refrigerator is now cooling well.

GE French Door Refrigerator is not producing ice

If there’s little or excess ice from the ice maker, it could be that the ice maker’s motor is faulty, the valve is blocked or there are faulty parts in the ice maker. If the valve is blocked, the ice maker will not get water from its water supply line. 

Solutions 

1. Close the water supply source the valve is connected to. Pull out the intake tubing and inspect it to see if there is debris clogged there.
2. Remove the debris and clean the mesh if it’s clogged so water can easily flow to the ice maker.
3. If it still doesn’t work, the parts of the ice maker could be faulty. Buy a new ice maker. The parts of the ice maker that are faulty cannot be bought singly. You have to buy and change the entire ice maker.
4. Install the new ice maker unit after purchase.

GE French Door Fridge Makes Excess Noise 

If your French door fridge makes a lot of noise, it could be that the compressor is clogged with dirt or the compressor is bad. The coils of the compressor dispel heat but work noisier and forcefully as dirt clusters on it. 

Solutions 

1. Clean the compressor coils. Ensure you do this regularly to avoid such issues next time. 
2. If after cleaning, the noise is still there, the compressor needs a fix. Call a professional to repair it for you.

Water Is Leaking From The Fridge 

If your French door fridge is leaking water, and messing up your kitchen floor, the problem may be that the defrost train is frozen. Water may trickle into the enclosure where the defrost train is kept if the train freezes. A broken water tank or cracked valve can also cause water leakage.

Solutions 

1. If the defrost drain is frozen, use hot water to remove the ice causing the blockage.
2. Check if the water tank is broken, if yes, you have to buy a new one. Adhesive glue can’t perfectly close up the crack on the plastic tank.
3. Check the valve. If it’s not tightly connected, fix it. If you discover that it’s broken, buy a new one and replace the old one.

GE French Door Fridge Is Not Closing Properly 

The fridge door is not closing tightly because.  of spoiled seals, slanting hinges, or the jutting out of the crisper drawers. If the fridge is not firmly shut, cold air may exit from the fridge as warm air comes into the chambers. The condensation that occurs may accumulate in the fridge making the compressor work more forcefully with pressure. This can cause more damages that are expensive to fix.

Solution 

1. Check if the down drawers and racks are set properly in the refrigerator. Ensure they are not jutting out in a way that makes it hard to shut the fridge door.
2. Ensure that nothing in the fridge is blocking the door from shutting well.
3. If the problem persists, check the door’s gasket. If it’s slanted or loose, you might have to remove it and replace it with another one.
4. Adjust the feet of your fridge and ensure it’s balanced. The front of the fridge should be a little higher than its rear. 
5. Get in touch with a professional if the problem persists.

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Conclusion 

I believe you have known the common GE French door refrigerator problems and the best ways to fix them. In case, you’re finding it difficult to fix, go back to the detail in this article and follow the steps. You can also contact a professional to assist you.