Why fridge is not cooling but freezer is fine?

Question: Why Is Your Fridge Not Cooling While the Freezer Works Fine?

Let’s first understand how a refrigerator works.

Most modern refrigerators come with two sections:

• Freezer section

• Fridge (chiller) section

These refrigerators usually operate using one compressor and a single cooling system, which is located inside the freezer compartment.

🔧 How Cooling Works

Inside the freezer, there is a cooling chamber along with a fan motor. This fan circulates cold air from the freezer to the fridge section through air vents.

👉 So, the fridge section does not have its own cooling system — it depends on airflow from the freezer.

If anything blocks or reduces this airflow, the fridge will stop cooling while the freezer continues to work normally.

⚠️ Common Reasons Why the Fridge Stops Cooling

In Qatar, especially in brands like LG and Toshiba refrigerators, we often see these common problems:

1. ❄️ Defrost System Failure

The freezer has a defrost heater that melts ice buildup automatically.

• If the heater fails, ice accumulates around the cooling coils.

• This blocks airflow to the fridge section.

👉 Result: Freezer works, but fridge doesn’t cool.

2. 🌡️ Faulty Sensor (Thermistor)

A sensor monitors temperature and ice levels.

• If the sensor is damaged, the system may not activate defrost properly.

• This leads to excessive ice formation.

👉 Result: Airflow blockage and poor cooling in the fridge.

3. 🌀 Fan Motor Not Working

The fan is responsible for pushing cold air into the fridge.

• If the fan motor is faulty or slow, airflow stops.

• You may also hear unusual noises or no sound at all.

👉 Result: No cooling in the fridge section.

4. 🧊 Ice Formation Around Fan or Vents

Sometimes due to overcooling or humidity:

• Ice builds up near the fan or air vents.

• This restricts airflow completely.

👉 Result: Fridge becomes warm while freezer stays cold.

⚠️ DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE (220V) : remove electricity before doing any maintenance for your safety

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