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Hardwick Refrigerator has frost or moisture buildup around the door
If you have frost or moisture building up along the center mullion or around the door, start by checking the mullion heater — it’s the most common cause. A mullion heater that fails to heat will let condensation freeze on the flap; you can verify it with a multimeter for electrical continuity and replace it if it’s open. If the heater tests good, inspect the door support and door guide next, since worn or misaligned parts will prevent the mullion flap from forming a tight seal. Also check the door gasket for twists, tears, or gaps that let warm, humid air in. In some cases frost is simply from a door left open for several hours and will clear after a defrost cycle, but persistent buildup usually means a seal or heater problem. These issues often present as refrigerator door not closing properly, fridge door not sealing, or refrigerator door misaligned. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement mullion heater, door support, door guide, or gasket that fits your refrigerator.
01 - Hardwick Refrigerator Mullion Heater
A defective mullion heater flap may not be able to heat up periodically to melt any frost or moisture that forms on the flap due to increases in room humidity. You can use a multimeter to test the mullion heater for electrical continuity to determine if the component is working. If the mullion heater has no electrical continuity you should replace it with a new one.
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02 - Hardwick Refrigerator Door Support
If the mullion heater flap has frost or moisture buildup, it's possible the door suport is damaged or misaligned and not allowing the flap to form a tight seal between the refrigerator doors. Inspect the door support for wear or damage and replace if necessary.
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03 - Hardwick Refrigerator Door Guide
If the mullion heater flap has frost or moisture buildup, it's possible the door guide is damaged or misaligned and not allowing the flap to form a tight seal between the refrigerator doors. Inspect the door guide for wear or damage and replace if necessary.
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04 - Hardwick Refrigerator Door Gasket
A door gasket should form an airtight seal around the appliance's frame to keep the cold air in and the warm air out. If the door gasket is twisted or torn, gaps can form that will allow warm air in, resulting in the freezer not freezing properly. Inspect the door gasket for any damage and replace with a new one if necessary.
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05 - Refrigerator or freezer door left open
If the freezer or refrigerator door was left open for an extended period of time (more than 4 hours), frost may have accumulated on the food and around the door opening. The frost should go away after the door is closed and the refrigerator goes through a defrost cycle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Freezer cold but fridge warm: can frost or moisture around the door cause the fridge to be warm?
Refrigerator not cooling: could a bad mullion heater or a damaged door seal be the problem?
Refrigerator not defrosting: why does frost return around the door after a defrost cycle?
Refrigerator door not closing properly: what parts should I check when I see frost or moisture between doors?
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