Hisense fridge freezer clicking and not cooling

A repeated click every few minutes with no cooling usually points to the compressor trying to start, then cutting out on overload. It can be something simple, but on many modern fridge freezers it can also be a compressor/start device or control fault.

Before checking anything internal, isolate the appliance from the mains.

1. Listen carefully to where the click comes from If it is from the rear near the compressor, that strongly suggests a start attempt/failure. If it is from the control/display area, the issue may be with the control board or relay instead.

2. Check the basics Make sure it has proper ventilation around the back and sides, and that the condenser area is not badly clogged with dust. Poor ventilation can cause overheating and repeated cut-out. Leave it unplugged for 20–30 minutes, then try again.

3. Check whether the compressor runs at all Put a hand near the black compressor can at the back after it has been plugged in for a few minutes. If it gets warm/hot but never settles into a steady hum, the compressor is likely failing to start.

4. Inspect the start relay/overload If accessible on your model, the small start device fitted to the compressor can fail and cause clicking. Sometimes it shows signs of overheating or rattles when removed. This is one of the cheaper possible fixes, but it needs proper testing rather than guessing.

5. Consider the less-cheap possibilities If a new start device does not cure it, the fault may be the compressor itself, inverter/control electronics, or a sealed system problem. Those are engineer jobs and often not economical depending on age and cost.

If you can say whether the click is from the compressor area and whether the compressor gets hot, that will narrow it down. For any mains, electronic, or sealed refrigeration work, I’d recommend a qualified refrigeration engineer.

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