Why Your Refrigerator Is Not Cooling: Abu Dhabi Heat Survival Guide

When ambient temperatures reach 45°C in Abu Dhabi, your refrigerator must work twice as hard to maintain a safe +3°C internal temperature. If your fridge feels warm, check these common failure points: ### 1. Dust-Choked Condenser Coils Located behind or under the refrigerator, condenser coils dissipate heat. When choked with pet hair and dust, the compressor overheats and safety-trips, stopping cooling altogether. ### 2. Evaporator Fan Motor Failure If the freezer is freezing solid but the main refrigerator cabin is lukewarm, the evaporator fan motor in the back freezer wall has failed or is frozen in place, preventing cold air circulation. ### 3. Defrost System Failure If the defrost heater or bimetal thermostat fails, frost accumulates until solid ice blocks the internal air vents. ### 4. Inverter Compressor and Gas Leaks A clicking sound from the lower rear indicates the compressor start relay or inverter PCB is struggling. Refrigerant leaks require nitrogen pressure testing and proper brazing.