Hello,

I read the steps that Gene suggested in another thread. But instead of running test (because I don’t have the tools) I changed the heater and thermostat outright. I had ice built up around the coils and on the back wall of the freezer. The refrigerator started losing temp first and the freezer soon followed. Now the freezer works fine since the changes but the fridge wont cool enough. I checked both fans and they are operating. The damper between the freezer and the fridge appears to be operating properly. Vacuumed all the dust that had gathered in the front in the back of the fridge. But the food side still wont cool enough. Any suggestions? I have someone coming tomorrow but would hate to pay for something that I could fix myself. Thank You.

One note: While vacuuming behind the unit I noticed the compressor gets kinda hot or warm. Could the unit simply need a refrigerant? Thanks again…