What does EC 10 mean?
Refrigerator section temperature has risen above acceptable range.
Common causes
- Dirty condenser coils
- Failed evaporator fan
- Defrost system failure
- Sealed system issue
- Door left open
Diagnostic & testing steps
- 1. Check door is closing properly and gasket seals
- 2. Listen for evaporator fan operation when door is closed
- 3. Clean condenser coils
- 4. Check for excessive frost on evaporator
- 5. Verify compressor is running and cycling properly
Tools required
- Thermometer
- Vacuum
- Condenser brush
OEM parts & part numbers
Evaporator Fan Motor, Door Gasket
Part numbers: 4200520, 4204380
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