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Error code reference
Norcold Refrigerator Error Code Blink 1
AC heating element fault - AC heater not connected or refuses to activate.
SourceNorcold Polar 7 & 8 Refrigerator - Service Manual80 (N7V/N8V), 91 (N7X/N8X)
Diagnostic procedure
The full Blink 1 procedure
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First diagnostic step
Verify AC voltage is 108-132V AC at refrigerator; check AC heater wire connections.
SourceNorcold Polar 7 & 8 Refrigerator - Service Manual80 (N7V/N8V), 91 (N7X/N8X)
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