Crop and Rotate Your Picture
Click and drag on the image to make selection. Hold Shift for square.
Improper installation is the #1 cause of premature compressor failure. Follow these steps:
If you own a unit labeled “Frigodep Kotza Top” (or similar generic top-mount depot unit), here are frequent issues and solutions: frigodep kotza top
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Fix | |---------|--------------|-----| | Unit runs continuously, not cold enough | Dirty condenser coil (top mount – easily overlooked) | Vacuum coil, straighten bent fins | | Water leaking inside | Clogged defrost drain (frozen water) | Pour hot water down drain tube, install drain heater | | Compressor hot to touch, cycles on overload | Low refrigerant charge or non-condensables | Call for leak detection and recharge | | No cooling, compressor silent | Failed start relay or capacitor | Replace relay + capacitor kit (common for top-mount) | | Uneven temperature (top cold, bottom warm) | Evaporator fan weak or dirty | Replace fan motor (ECM upgrade) | "Kotza":
Critical for top-mount: Because the compressor is above, any internal oil return issues are rare, but condenser fan failure is catastrophic – the compressor will overheat within 2 hours. Install a temperature alarm. "Top":