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What to Check Before You Call a Technician Thermometer reading, door seal, condenser coils, blocked vents, fans and frost: a safe check order for a fridge that is warm or not cold enough. Most appliance regrets start with a deal that looked too good. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Measure the temperature; do not trust the dial. - Door seal, dusty coils and blocked vents are common. - Frost points to defrost faults. Quick answer Check the real temperature first (about 3 to 4 degrees Celsius is the food-safe target), then the door seal, the dust on the condenser coils, whether food is blocking the vents, and whether the fans run. Heavy frost points to a defrost problem. Compressor, refrigerant and thermostat faults need a technician. 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Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Measure the temperature; do not trust the dial. - Door seal, dusty coils and blocked vents are common. - Frost points to defrost faults. - Compressor and gas problems need a technician. ## What to look for before you buy 1. **Measure**: Thermometer on the middle shelf: about 3 to 4 C. 2. **Test the door seal**: A paper slip should grip when the door is closed. 3. **Clean the coils**: Unplug first; brush dust from the back or underneath. 4. **Clear the vents**: Do not pack food against the air outlets. 5. **Listen for fans**: Evaporator and condenser fans should run. 6. **Defrost if frosted**: Unplug and let it thaw fully; if frost returns, call a technician. ## Where these figures come from Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: [Mr Appliance: why your fridge is not cooling](https://mrappliance.com/naples/about/blog/2023/october/why-is-your-refrigerator-not-cooling); [Mr Appliance: 5 reasons your fridge does not cool](https://www.mrappliance.com/rockwall/about/blog/5-reasons-your-fridge-does-not-cool/). ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or [ask us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244) for a recommendation. ## Why buy from Qyvea ### Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea - **Genuine branded products** sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product) - **7-day returns and exchanges**; damaged or wrong item? 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If it has been above about 4 C for hours, discard perishable food. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Guide Fridge Door Seal Test: Is Your Gasket Letting Cold Air Out? 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