On Dec 30, 12:00*am, maxodyne wrote:
digger odell wrote:
The bottom freezer section of my 10 year old Amana BX20S5 refrigerator
appears to be nearing the end of its ropes. *For example, even though
it can freeze ice cubes O.K. with the thermostat set on coldest, the
ice cream looks more like vanilla pudding. *Which option is
recommended: *(1) try replacing all gaskets; (2) buy a new
refrigerator; (3) have a commercial repair; (4) try DIY repair?
THANKS! *digger

1. inspect door gaskets for adequate sealing, replace if needed.
2. ensure that doors can close completely on their own, adjust as needed.
3. ensure that condenser coils & heat sinks are relatively dust-free
(these are the smallish network of black-colored tubing and wires which
will be warm to the touch, and are essential for efficient cooling of
your fridge's innards), clean as needed.

Try manually defrosting it, ie move the food out and let it warm up.
It's possible the heating system for the self defrost has failed and
is packed with ice, preventing proper air movement. If it works again
for a couple months, that gives you an idea of what the problem is.