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Normal operating sounds.
GEApp/Ja.cescom
Newer
refrigerators
sound different
from older refrigerators.
Modern
refrigerators
have more features
and use newer
technology.
Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal.
[] The new high efficiency
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compressor
may run
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your old refrigerator
and
you may hear a high-pitched
hum or pulsating
sound
while it is operating.
[] You may hear a whooshing
sound when the doors close.
This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
CLICKS, POPS,
CRACKSand CHIRPS
[] You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature.
[] The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping sound
when attempting to restart (this could take
up to 5 minutes).
[]
Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after
defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
[] On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle, you
may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
WHIR!
[]
You may hear the fans spinning
at
high speeds.
This happens when the refrigerator
is
first plugged
in, when the doors are
opened frequently
or when
a large amount
of food is added to the refrigerator
or
freezer compartments.
The fans are helping to maintain
the correct temperatures.
WATER SOUNDS
[] The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may
make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
[] Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling,
popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
[] A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice
melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
[] Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to
pressure equalization.
Before_you call for service...
Troubleshooting
Tips
Save time and money!
Review the charts
on the following
pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Possible Causes
What To Do
Refrigerator does not
Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
, Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
operate
Temperature control dial
, Move the temperature control dial to a temperature
in OFF position,
setting.
Refrigerator is unplugged.
, Push the plug completely into the outlet.
The fuse isblown/circuit
, Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
breaker is tripped.
Vibration or rattling (slight
Roller screws or leveling legs
, See Rollers and Leveling Legs.
vibration
is normal}
need adjusting.
Fresh food or freezer
Temperature control dial
, See About the temperature control dial.
compartment
too warm
not set coM enough.
Warm weather or frequent
• Set the temperature control dial one step colder.
door openings.
See About the temperature control dial.
Door left open.
, Check to see if package is holding door open.
Package Mocking air duct in
, Check to see if package is blocking air duct in freezer
freezer compartment,
compartment.
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