Why Is My Wine Fridge Not Cooling? Common Causes and Solutions
When it comes to keeping your favourite wines in top condition, a wine fridge is a must-have. With that being said, it can be very infuriating when your wine fridge is not cooling correctly. So in this article, we’ll look at why this is occurring fairly often.
1. Dirty or Blocked Condenser Coils
The condenser coils are responsible for removing heat from the refrigerator. When the condenser coils are covered in dust or obstructed in a tight space with limited air circulation, the efficiency of heat removal from the refrigerator can be impacted. This may cause an increase in the temperature inside the refrigerator. To solve this problem, we recommend using a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from the cover, which is located behind the refrigerator. To improve ventilation, we recommend increasing the gap between the back wall of the refrigerator and the furniture, if possible, and also making additional holes in the furniture to improve air circulation.
2. Faulty Sensor
The sensor monitors the temperature inside the wine fridge and sends signals to the control board. If it’s malfunctioning, the fridge may not maintain the desired cooling level.
It is extremely difficult for a non-professional to check the serviceability of the sensor. Usually, the sensor is checked with a multimeter, but even with the necessary tool and knowing the nominal resistance of the sensor, it is not always possible to determine the malfunction of the sensor. A professional can determine its malfunction in combination with other factors that are checked during diagnostics.
3. Compressor Issues
The compressor is the heart of the cooling system. If it fails or malfunctions, the wine fridge won’t cool properly.
The main signs of a faulty compressor are its overheating or, on the contrary, the compressor is cold. In working condition, the compressor should be warm. One of the common signs of compressor failure is periodic clicks. The compressor is quite expensive to replace, so it is better to entrust its inspection and repair to professionals to avoid further damage.
4. Defective Fan Motor
Wine fridges use fans to circulate cool air evenly. If the fan motor is damaged, air circulation may be disrupted, causing uneven cooling or no cooling at all.
A wine refrigerator may have two or more fans. It is quite easy to determine a non-working fan; it should rotate when the refrigerator door is closed. Quite often, even a working fan may not rotate when the door is closed. The fan in a modern wine refrigerator is controlled by electronics and sensors, allowing it to operate according to its programming.
5. Leak Of Freon
Freon leak is the most common breakdown in wine refrigerators. When a freon leak happens, the refrigerator works as usual but does not cool enough or does not cool at all.
Even if you are technically skilled and able to fix most household appliances yourself, this particular problem cannot be resolved without specialized and expensive equipment, along with the appropriate knowledge and expertise.
Our specialists have all the necessary equipment and many years of experience to repair any issues with your wine refrigerator on-site during one visit.
6. Door Seal Issues
If the door seal (gasket) is broken or not attached securely that means cool air is escaping from the cooling chamber giving the fridge a hard time keeping to the desired temperature.
Check the door seal around its frame for any tears or cracks. You can use a piece of paper to check the tightness of the door fit. Over time, the seal on the doors can dry out, tear or deform. Minor damage can be repaired without replacing the rubber. More serious damage requires replacing the door gasket.
Professional Repair for Peace of Mind
When the wine fridge not cooling, is best to get a professional technician to do the job precisely in a timely manner. Luckily, our team at A-Repair focuses on Wine Cooler Repair in Toronto and the GTA and can solve almost 90% of all of the problems on the first visit no matter how complex it is.
Our skilled technicians have the tools and knowledge to bring back your wine fridge to its earlier glory. If you need a simple parts replacement or a more complicated repair, we will be there.
