Got up this morning and noticed the power light is faint and flickering on and off I'm unsure if there is a problem as everything inside is still frozen but I am concerned there is an issue. I plan to check the freezer periodically today to make sure my items aren't thawing This is an issue you are aware of? Is there a quick fix? Thank you
These power lights are usually of the neon lamp type, and they typically do not last a long time, especially when they are powered on 24/7. They typically fail by flickering at first, then, eventually, they just go out. If you feel confident as a "do it yourselfer", you can often replace this lamp for only a few bucks, but it does require disassembly of the control unit. Otherwise, I'd just leave it alone. If you're concerned about food loss, I'd invest in a freezer alarm. The lamp has no bearing on the operation of the compressor unit. On, flickering or out completely, the freezer will still operate normally.
SOURCE: Danby 3.6 cu ft freezer
If it is out of warranty the cost of repairing it may be more than the cost of replacing it.
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These power lights are usually of the neon lamp type, and they typically do not last a long time, especially when they are powered on 24/7. They typically fail by flickering at first, then, eventually, they just go out. If you feel confident as a "do it yourselfer", you can often replace this lamp for only a few bucks, but it does require disassembly of the control unit. Otherwise, I'd just leave it alone. If you're concerned about food loss, I'd invest in a freezer alarm.
P.S. - the lamp has no bearing on the operation of the compressor unit. On, flickering or out completely, the freezer will still operate normally.
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