CHECK AND TEST 1

Step 1

Take note of the distance between door and mechanical switch pin when door is closed.

Step 2

After powering on the appliance, open the fridge door to check if LED is on or off.

Step 3

Push the mechanical switch pin to the same distance as step 1 for 5 seconds.

DIAGNOSIS 1

Note

Please make sure to check mechanical switches on both sides.

CHECK AND TEST 2

Step 1

Check the top hinge cover to see whether it is assembled properly.

Step 2

If it is not assembled correctly, please reassemble it.

On the right is an example.

Step 3

Action: Reassemble the hinge cover to correct position.

DIAGNOSIS 2

Method for assessing successful rework.

CHECK AND TEST 3

Step 1

Unscrew hinge cover.

Step 2

Remove the cover.

Step 3

Disconnect the connector.

Step 4

Use multimeter to test the resistance value when switch button is detached.

Step 5

Use multimeter to test the resistance value when switch button is pressed down to same dregre as during check and test 1

DIAGNOSIS 3


PROCEDURE 1

Step 1

Press the clip to loosen the switch.

Step 2

Remove the switch from the hinge cover.

Step 3

Reverse above procedures in step 1 and 2 to install new mechanical switch.

Step 4

Connect the connector.

Step 5

Install the hinge cover.

Step 6

Screw hinge cover.

CHECK AND TEST 4

Step 1

Take note of the distance between door and mechanical switch pin when door is closed

Step 2

After powering on the appliance, open the fridge door to check if LED is on or off.

Step 3

Push the mechanical switch pin to the same distance as step 1 for 5 seconds.

DIAGNOSIS 4

Note

Please make sure mechanical switches in both sides are checked.

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