1. Symptoms and evidence
- Freezer over-freezing and accumulating frost.
- Full defrost helped temporarily but frost returned overnight.
- Photos show frost build-up and warped/uneven door seal area.
- Rating label identifies Blizzard LS60, Freezer 3.
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Streamlined issue brief
Frost build-up · Blizzard LS60
Door gasket fault summary with replacement path.
OpenFrost returned overnight after defrost; gasket replacement recommended
2. Suspects
- Most likely: warped/failing magnetic door gasket letting warm humid air in.
- Possible hinge sag/door alignment.
- Dirty contact surface or obstruction preventing door closing.
- If frost is on evaporator/coil, check fan/defrost/control after gasket.
3. Expand resources
Manual / how-to / error reference
Blizzard LS60 manual/spec PDFs are saved in the reference section. The exploded diagram is useful for identifying item 2 as the door gasket, but its listed code must not be assumed compatible with every LS60 production revision.
Troubleshooting tests
- Clean gasket and cabinet frame.
- Reseat gasket into retaining groove.
- Warm/reshape gently if kinked.
- Run paper test around all sides.
- Check hinge sag and door stops.
Diagram / parts / sources
The original diagram lists V2-GASKET60, but the first gasket order was wrong. Reorder only after a supplier confirms the seal against model LS60, serial D2208BZ05WF60S404, overall dimensions and a clear end-on profile photo.
4. Updated solution/status
Open: same freezer and same frost-at-door symptom confirmed on 21 July 2026. Incorrect gasket received; supplier compatibility confirmation is now required before another order.
Issue history for this freezer
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This physical freezer now has its own page. Future repeat faults should be added here under the same asset rather than mixed with other fridges/freezers.
Open · updated 2026-07-21
Frost build-up — leaking door seal / incorrect gasket supplied
Full defrost cleared the ice, but frost returned. New photos show heavy frost concentrated beside the door seal. The rating plate matches the original record exactly. A replacement gasket was ordered but was the wrong fit, so the next order must be serial/profile verified.
Open troubleshooting logNot holding temperature
No issue logged yet.
Evaporator fan / airflow
No issue logged yet.
Controller / display
No issue logged yet.
Hinge / door alignment
Check if new gasket still does not seal.
Power / compressor
No issue logged yet.
Current issue log · Frost build-up
Troubleshooting sequence
1Fully defrost, dry the gasket channel and door frame, then restart.
2Inspect the magnetic door gasket for warping, splits, hard rubber, pulled-out corners, or gaps.
3Run paper-strip test all around the door. Loose paper = weak seal at that point.
4Check hinges/door closing stops and remove any shelf/ice/product obstruction.
5If frost returns quickly and the paper test confirms a gap, photograph and measure the old seal, then obtain written supplier confirmation against serial D2208BZ05WF60S404 before ordering.
Why this points to the gasket
Defrost did not last
- Frost returned overnight after full defrost.
- Frost is concentrated around door/edge areas.
- Photos show uneven gasket contact.
- Warm humid air entering a freezer creates rapid ice/frost.
Next practical fix: replace the magnetic door gasket / door seal.
Quick confirmation checks
Before ordering or while waiting for the seal
- Paper test: close the door on paper at top, sides, and bottom. It should drag firmly.
- Torch test: put a torch inside, close door in a dark room, and look for light leaks.
- Gasket channel: check the gasket has not pulled out of its retaining groove.
- Hinges: check the door has not sagged and is meeting the frame squarely.
- Obstructions: check shelves, food tubs, labels, and ice are not stopping closure.
- Temperature: confirm controller target is sensible and doors are not being left open.
Temporary mitigation
Until gasket arrives
Keep the door closed as much as possible, avoid overloading near the gasket line, wipe the frame dry, and remove ice that physically prevents the door from closing. Do not chip ice with sharp tools.
Part to order
Door gasket / magnetic door seal
The required piece is the complete magnetic door gasket fitted around the door perimeter—not the cream/white cabinet-edge trim. The LS60 diagram identifies it as item 2, but the original part-code recommendation is now marked unverified because the first ordered gasket did not fit.
LS60 door seal — compatibility check required
A S Catering Supplies lists this replacement for Blizzard LS60, but explicitly states that the model and serial number can both be critical. Use its compatibility-check route before paying and supply the serial, seal measurements and profile photos.
A S Catering Supplies — ASC103028 Checked 21 July 2026: £68.00; lead time typically 2–5 business days; confirmation required.Manufacturer confirmation — preferred
Ask Blizzard/Pentland to identify the current seal from model LS60 and serial D2208BZ05WF60S404. Mention that V2-GASKET60/the first supplied gasket was incorrect and attach an end-on profile photo plus outside dimensions.
spares@pentlandwholesale.co.uk Pentland spares: 01254 614488.V2-GASKET60 — previous diagram reference
The older LS60/LW60 exploded diagram lists this code as item 2, but the actual replacement ordered did not fit. Treat this code as unverified for this serial unless Pentland or the supplier confirms it in writing.
Reference listing only Do not place another order from model name alone.Other typical resolves
Things to check before or alongside the gasket
- Reseat the existing gasket: press it fully back into its groove all the way round, especially corners.
- Warm and reshape the gasket: gentle warm air can relax a folded/kinked magnetic gasket so it contacts the frame better.
- Clean contact faces: grease, food residue, ice, or torn labels on the frame can stop a proper seal.
- Check hinge sag: if the door has dropped, a new gasket may still not seal until hinges/door alignment are corrected.
- Check door stops: the LS60 parts list shows door opening/closing stops; if damaged/misaligned they can affect closure.
- Check shelf/product obstruction: trays, shelf rails, boxes, or ice can hold the door slightly open.
- Check fan/airflow: blocked evaporator airflow can cause local icing, especially if frost is away from the door area.
- Check defrost pattern: if the evaporator coil becomes a solid block of ice, suspect fan/defrost/control issue rather than only gasket.
Most likely order
Ranking for this freezer
- Warped/leaking door gasket.
- Door alignment / hinge sag / closing stop issue.
- Obstruction or ice preventing full closure.
- Dirty frame/gasket contact face.
- Fan/defrost/control issue if frost pattern is mainly at evaporator, not door.
Replacement outline
How to replace the gasket safely
- Empty/secure freezer contents and switch off if working with the door open for a while.
- Warm the new gasket gently in a warm room or with warm water so it relaxes from packaging bends.
- Photograph the old gasket corners and how it sits in the channel before removal.
- Pull the old gasket from the retaining groove, or loosen retaining screws if this version uses a clamping strip.
- Clean and dry the groove and cabinet contact face.
- Fit the new gasket starting at the corners, then press evenly around the full perimeter.
- Close the door and check for even contact; gently warm any kinked area and massage it into shape.
- Run the paper test again around all edges and monitor overnight for new frost.
If new gasket does not solve it
Next checks
- Door sagging or hinge wear.
- Door closing/opening stop misaligned.
- Door liner warped or cabinet frame damaged.
- Evaporator/fan/defrost issue if frost is away from the door area.
Evidence photos
What was seen on site
Update · 21 July 2026
Incorrect gasket order and repeat frost evidence
The black flexible magnetic seal around the door perimeter is the gasket to match. The cream/white rigid strip at the cabinet edge is not the replacement door gasket. These photos also reconfirm the same LS60 serial.
Manual and exploded diagram
Blizzard / Pentland LS60 reference documents
The parts diagram identifies the door gasket as item 2 and shows V2-GASKET60, but the first replacement was wrong. Use the diagram for component location only until a supplier verifies the correct production revision against the serial and physical profile.
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