Kenmore 795.7033 Use & Care Manual page 44

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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Problem Possible Causes Solutions
Clicking The defrost control will click when Normal Operation
the automatic defrost cycle begins
and ends. The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control on some models)
will also click when cycling on and
off.
Rattling Rattling noises may come from the Normal Operation
flow of refrigerant, the water line on
the back of the unit, or items stored
on top of or around the refrigerator.
Refrigerator is not resting solidly on Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to be
the floor. adjusted. See the Door Alignment section.
Refrigerator with linear compressor Normal Operation
was jarred while running.
Whooshing Evaporator fan motor is circulating
air through the refrigerator and
Normal Operation
freezer compartments.
Air is being forced over the condenser Normal Operation
by the condenser fan.
Gurgling Refrigerant flowing through the Normal Operation
cooling system.
Popping Contraction and expansion of the Normal Operation
inside walls due to changes in
temperature.
Sizzling Water dripping on the defrost heater Normal Operation
during a defrost cycle.
Vibrating If the side or back of the refrigerator To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides and
is touching a cabinet or wall, some of back cannot vibrate against any wall or cabinet.
the normal vibrations may make an
audible sound.
Dripping Water running into the drain pan
Normal Operation
during the defrost cycle.
Pulsating or High- Your refrigerator is designed to run Normal Operation
Pitched Sound more efficiently to keep your food
items at the desired temperature. The
high efficiency compressor may cause
your new refrigerator to run longer
than your old one, but it is still more
energy efficient than previous models.
While the refrigerator is running, it is
normal to hear a pulsating or high-
pitched sound.
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