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Refrigerator Refrigerant or Sealed-System Concern: What to Do First

Do not puncture tubing, cut into the sealed system, or attempt refrigerant charging. Turn to a qualified technician and follow the model manual for any leak or cooling concern.

Safety first

Do not puncture tubing, cut into the sealed system, or attempt refrigerant charging. Turn to a qualified technician and follow the model manual for any leak or cooling concern.

Practical next steps

  1. Protect people first and stop operating the appliance when a hazard is present.
  2. Record the full model and what you observed only when it is safe.
  3. Use the official resource and the exact model manual; bring in qualified service where the work exceeds owner-safe checks.

Official resource

Read official US guidance ↗

Use the safety decision guide · Prepare service notes