When the fridge light works but the food compartment is warm, electricity is reaching the unit but the cooling system may not be operating correctly. Check the temperature control, avoid blocking interior vents, and confirm that the door seals close tightly. Dust on condenser coils and inadequate ventilation behind the fridge can also make the compressor work harder.
If the problem persists, likely causes include a failed start relay, thermostat fault, compressor issue, refrigerant leak, or—in no-frost refrigerators—a defrost or airflow fault. Food safety matters: move perishable items to a cooler if the temperature is rising. A technician can diagnose the compressor, fan, thermostat, and gas system before recommending a repair, rather than treating all cooling problems as a gas-refill issue.
Protect food while you diagnose
Keep the fridge door closed as much as possible and move highly perishable food to another cold source if the compartment is warming. Do not chip ice with sharp tools or leave the appliance running continuously in the hope it will recover. Those steps can create extra damage without resolving the cause.
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