If your Norge refrigerator light is not working, start with the obvious but work smart: a defective light assembly or a burned out bulb are the most common causes, and many manufacturers sell the assembly as a single part so replace the bulb before swapping anything else. Less likely is a faulty dispenser control board that is not sending voltage to the lamp, but it is worth checking if your model has a dispenser light. Also test the light switch, the door switch, and the light socket with a multimeter for continuity and voltage; a failed switch or socket is a frequent cause when the bulb and assembly check out. This guide will help you pinpoint whether you need a replacement bulb, light socket, door or light switch, control board, or the full light assembly. If you need a part, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to pull up the exact replacement for your fridge and get step by step parts and instructions to finish the repair.
01 - Norge Refrigerator Light Assembly
The light assembly might be defective. Some manufacturers don’t sell the light assembly components separately, and instead require you to purchase the light assembly.
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While it's not a likely cause, a defective dispenser control board could be responsible for a dispenser light not working. You can inspect the board for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You can also use a multimeter to determine if the board is sending voltage to the dispenser light's plug-in connecter. If no voltage is present, you'll know the board is defective and will need to be replaced.
To determine if the door switch is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the door switch does not have continuity when activated, replace it.
To determine if the light socket is defective, use a multimeter to determine if the socket is getting power. If the socket is getting power, but the light bulb won’t work, this indicates that the light socket is defective. If the light socket is defective, replace it.