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My fridge keeps freezing up. What is the problem?

It is a Hotpoint RLM81 and the panel at the back is constantly frosted. The food freezes up. I have tried switching off and defrosting but the problem returns. The cylinder at the back is very hot. Not sure what to do. Can it be repaired?

By Rickydoodah - Leeds - 09 July 2010

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  • Try a new thermostat. While you are waiting for the part to arrive, put the fridge on a time switch so that it switches on and off at regular intervals and the food doesn't freeze. By Ianhawtin - South Coast - 27 August 2010

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