Causes Of Noises - Miele KF 18 Vi Series Operating And Installation Instructions

Normal noises
Brrrrr...
Blub, blub....
Click....
Sssrrrrr....
Crack...
Please bear in mind that a certain amount of noise is unavoidable (from the
compressor and the coolant circulating through the system).
Noises that you
can easily
eliminate
Rattling, clinking The appliance is not level.
What causes them?
A humming noise is made by the motor (compressor). This
noise can get louder for brief periods when the motor
switches on.
A gurgling noise can be heard when the coolant circulates
through the pipes.
Clicking sounds occur whenever the thermostat switches the
motor on or off.
In multi-section and frost-free appliances, the movement of
air circulating through the appliance can sometimes just
barely be heard.
In appliances with a water tank, a humming noise can be
heard when the water pump is running.
A cracking noise can be heard when the appliance materials
expand.
Possible cause
The appliance is touching
another appliance or piece of
furniture.
Drawers, baskets or shelves
are jiggling or are stuck.
Bottles or containers are
touching.
The transport cable clips are
still hanging on the back of the
appliance.
www.goedekers.com

Causes of noises

Remedy
Realign the appliance using a
spirit level, by raising or
lowering the screw feet
underneath the appliance.
Move it away.
Check all removable items
and refit them correctly.
Separate them.
Remove the cable clips.
49