Noise - Maytag MFT2672AEM Use & Care Manual

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES
The motor seems to High efficiency compressor and fans
run too much
The room or outdoor temperature is
hot.
A large amount of warm food has
been recently added.
The door(s) are opened too frequently
or for too long.
The refrigerator door or freezer drawer
is ajar.
The refrigerator control is set too cold. Adjust the refrigerator control to a less cold setting until the
The door or drawer gasket is dirty,
worn, or cracked.
The lights do not Your refrigerator is equipped with LED
work lighting which does not need to be
replaced.
The dispenser light is set to OFF
Doors have been open longer than
10 minutes
Pantry Temperature The refrigerator is in Cooling Off mode Exit Cooling Off mode. See "Using the Control(s)."
Control not lit/
The refrigerator controls' initialization
unresponsive
process did not complete
successfully.

Noise

To listen to normal refrigerator sounds, go to the Product Help/FAQ section of the brand website and search for "normal sounds."
PROBLEM
The refrigerator seems
noisy
Below are listed some normal
sounds with explanations.
Sound of the compressor
running longer than expected
Pulsating/Whirring
Popping
Hissing/Dripping
Vibration
Rattling/Banging
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The compressor in your new refrigerator regulates
temperature more efficiently while using less energy, and
operates quietly. Due to this reduction in operating noise you
may notice unfamiliar noises that are normal.
High-efficiency compressor and fans
Fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance during
normal compressor operation
Contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during
initial cool-down
Flow of refrigerant, or flow of oil in the compressor
The refrigerator may not be steady
Movement of the water lines against the refrigerator cabinet,
or of items placed on top of the refrigerator cabinet
SOLUTIONS
Larger, more efficient refrigerators run longer at lower, more energy
efficient speeds.
It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions.
For optimum performance, place the refrigerator in an indoor,
temperature controlled environment. See "Location Requirements."
Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run longer until the air cools
to the desired temperature.
Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more. Open the
door less often.
Make sure the refrigerator is level. See "Door Closing and Door
Alignment." Keep food and containers from blocking the door.
refrigerator temperature is as desired.
Clean or change the gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause the
refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures.
If there is power to the refrigerator and the lights do not illuminate
when a door or drawer is opened, call for service or assistance.
On some models, the dispenser light will operate only when a
dispenser paddle is pressed. If you want the dispenser light to stay
on continuously, see "Water and Ice Dispensers."
Close the doors and drawer to reset, and open to resume lighted
task.
Unplug the refrigerator, wait 5 seconds. Plug in the refrigerator, and
wait 30 seconds before opening any of the refrigerator doors or
touching the control panel.
SOLUTIONS
Larger, more efficient refrigerators run
longer at lower, more energy efficient
speeds.
This is normal.
This is normal.
This is normal.
Adjust the leveling screws and lower
the leveling foot firmly against the
floor. See "Door Closing and Door
Alignment."
Move excess water line away from the
refrigerator cabinet or fasten excess
tubing to the cabinet. See
"Connecting the Water," or remove
items from the top of the refrigerator.
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