Refrigeration
Machine dead, no power!
Have you checked the appliances is turned on at the socket? This sounds very obvious but often there are sockets and spur boxes hidden from view and these have inadvertantly been turned off. This especially applies to integrated aplliances where sokets etc are hidden away. It is good to check the plug fuse and ensure the plug is propely seated in the socket.
Lights are on but no noise and not cold!
This is very common problem and is probably duse to a faulty thermostat. This can be replaced very easily but requires an engineer to fit.
Freezer cold but fridge is warm!
Depending on the type of appliance this could be different faults. If you have a frost-free appliance there could well be an ice build up in the freezer compartment and this is stopping the air flow to the fridge section. This may be due to a number of different reasons. It is worth however allowing the freezer section to defrost naturally by switching off the appliance for 24-48 hours and then switching back on and seeing if this has cured the fault. Quite often this fault is caused by somebody leaving the freezer door open for a prolonged period.
Machine leaks onto floor or leaks inside!
This fault is sure to be due to a blocked defrost channel or pipe. In a fridge check where the defrost water exits and clear hole with a thin wire or pipe cleaner. Pouring very hot water through the hole will often clear away food debris that may have built up. On a freezer it will require removing the rear panel to access the defrost hole and you may need an engineer to do this.
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