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Mu upright freezer door seal was loose and it is leaking from door would this cause domw food to thaw and can it be fixed

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A leaking gasket can cause food to thaw and it can be fixed if a new gasket is avaliable from local appliance parts place..the gasket is held on by the liner which is removed by gently lifting the gasket and removing the screws..the reverse to install the new gasket

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