Have an upright freezer (about 7 ft tall) that is over 50 years old. It hasn't skipped a beat util last night. Went into the utility room where it's located, and heard an unusual noise. There would be a click, followed by a low noise (sonded like a small fan {none visible}). FYI, this is NOT a self-defrost model. The noise would last about 5 seconds, then a click off. After a pause of about 20 seconds, it would continue to repeat the 'cycle'.
On a whim, I rocked the freezer several times after which, the freezer (compressor) started and appears to be cycling normally since.
Might this be a relay starting to get flaky? I'm guessing there is an access panel on the back (nothing visible from the front). Any suggestions re: a DIY repair? Thanks.
HankG