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My Fisher & Paykel Model E402B Stainless Steel Fridge/Freezer has a problem. Bottom Freezer is OK but Refrigerator will not work properly, somtimes it will freeze everything now it just warm inside i have checked the the fan and the rubber holding it up has broken also the ice is frozen in the vents can you help i got someone in to fix it but he said it will cost around $600 as there might be more wrong with it, what do you suggest thanks Clare

Have you tried defrosting the entire fridge yet? This is usually caused by blocked air flow which is caused by ice build up or a faulty fan. The first step would be to do a complete defrost and check to see if air is flowing inside of the fridge.
Let me know what you find.
Benjamin

Hi Greg,
Before you replace Thermostat control, please try the below steps:
Things You'll Need:
Screwdriver
Volt-Ohm Multi-tester
Notebook
Pencil
Flashlight

Step 1 Check the easiest and most common potential causes first, which is the best course of action in any troubleshooting case. With a freezing refrigerator, this means checking the thermostat itself to see if it is set at the right temperature.
Sometimes, other family members may accidentally turn the dial, so just make sure that the dial is not turned to the coldest setting. If the setting is correct and you are still having your foods frozen, then you may have to troubleshoot the workings of the thermostat.
Step 2 Unplug your refrigerator. Next, locate the control panel where the thermostat is located and remove all of the items near it so you can work.
The thermostat is located directly behind the dial. You may need the flashlight to help you see inside the refrigerator.
Step 3 Remove the plastic cover that protects the controls. Some covers are screwed into place while others are held in place by plastic clips. Depending on your make and model refrigerator, you may have to first remove the dial before you can take the cover off.
Step 4 Turn the dial to the coldest setting. Remove the two leads (wires) on the thermostat.
Note: It helps to write down which lead goes where for when it's time to replace everything.
Step 5 Set the volt-ohm multimeter to RX1 and probe the terminals. By "probe," I mean touch one of the multimeter's probes to one terminal on the thermostat and the other probe to the other terminal.
You should be getting a reading of zero. If you get a zero reading, then move on to Step 6. If you do not get a zero reading, then remove the thermostat and take it to an appliance store for a replacement.
Step 6 Remove the thermostat from the refrigerator entirely. Set the dial on the thermostat to the warmest setting and place the thermostat in a working freezer for 30 minutes.
After the 30 minutes are up, reprobe the terminals and look for a reading of infinity. If you get the infinity reading, then the thermostat is fine. Simply reinstall it, plug the refrigerator back in and look for another cause of your freezing problem, like dirty coils.
If you do not get an infinity reading (sideways "eight"), you should replace the thermostat with a new one.
I also advise you to visit the below link:
http://www.ehow.com/how_2167621_troubleshoot-refrigerators-thermostat.html

Fan is within the evap of the freezer in most of these boxes. Check to see if you have frost building up on rear of wall inside freezer, if you do then you have a defrost problem, more than likely the defrost heater is defective.

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If the compressor is running and it is not cooling, that suggests to me, that it needs re gassing. Call a refridgeration engineer that has got the vacuum pump to empty and refil it with the correct amount of refridgerant.

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This could be a way to get your attention that the batteries are weak or possibly if you live in a humid area that can affect the electronics inside some devices and cause unwanted sounds or movement. If that's the case you just need to dry it out . Take batteries out or unplug device set device next to a fan or even on your porch in the sun for a while if you have nice weather. Or both . If none of this helps contact the manufacturer.

The fan could be on the way out.

That happens when it goes to a defrost cycle every 12 hours. The drain from the freezer is blocked.

1. Check the water supply: Make sure that the water supply to the refrigerator is turned on and that there are no kinks or blockages in the water line.
2. Check the water filter: The water filter in your refrigerator may be clogged or otherwise malfunctioning, which could be causing the dispenser to perform poorly. Replace the water filter with a new one to see if this resolves the issue.
3. Check the water inlet valve: The water inlet valve is responsible for controlling the flow of water into the refrigerator. If the valve is damaged or malfunctioning, it could be causing the dispenser to perform poorly. Test the valve to see if it is functioning properly.

If you are unable to troubleshoot the issue using the steps above, or if you are not comfortable working with the components of your refrigerator, it is recommended to seek the assistance of a qualified technician to diagnose and repair the appliance.

Part Manual E442BRXFD5 (24408-A)

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Yes you can use hot water for defrosting. The most likely reason is that instead of making it warmer, you made it colder (refer to the manual on that). Or the defrost thermostat / timer has failed. or the thermostat / thermistor has failed.

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That sounds like it is the time that the Freezer runs its defrost cycle overnight. As it does it, the temperature is rising above the alarm threshold. Check that the gasket on the door is sealing well.

The defrost drain is blocked. It normally defrosts in the middle of the night, so you are greeted by a puddle of water when you get your milk for coffee. You clear it all up and it is fine all day, you come down next morning and water again. Correct? https://www.fisherpaykel.com/download/user-guide/Kitchen/Cool/Fridges/821384-nz-au-bg-ae-hk-sg-ie-refrigerator-e402b-e442b-e522b-rf610a-rf540a-guide.pdf OR, it is the water dispenser! https://www.google.com/search?q=fisher+paykel+fridge+model+e442b+dripping+water ...

Nearly always a sign that you need a refrigerant gas top up especially if they really feel WARM to the touch.. The only other possibilities are circulation fan not working, or the defrost isn't working and you have ice blocking the evaporator fins. Or finally a door gasket with no seal on the bottom edge.