Problem Solver; Normal Operating Sounds - GE 19 Use And Care & Installation Manual

NORMAL OPERATING SOUNI)S
These sounds are normal and are due mostly to high efficient operation.
Icemaker
(on some models)
Occasionally you witl
hear' ice cubes dropping
into the ice bin°
Cold Control
& Defrost Timer
These parts can produce
a snapping sound when
turning the refrigerator
on or off. The timer also
xoduces a sound similar
to an electric clock_
" Plastic Liner
Cracldng or popping
[sounds due to expansion
[of the plastic liner,
Condenser Fan
You may hear air
being forced over the
condenser by the fan_
Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen, you
may want to place a piece of rubber backed carpet under the
refrigerator to reduce the noise°
Evaporator Fan
You may hear air being
forced tt-aough the
cabinet by the fan
Evaporator
The flow of refrigerant
through the evaporator
may create a boiling or
gurgling sound,
Defrost Heater
During deflost cycles, °
water ckipping onto the
heater may cause a
hissing or sizzling sound_
After defrosting, a
popping sound may
occur and the evaporator
may create a boiling or
gurgling sound,
Compressor
Modern, high efficiency
compressors operate
much faster than older'
models, The compressor
may have a high pitched
hum or pulsating sound,,
! Water Valve
(on models equipped with
i an automatic icemaker)
When the icemaker fills
with water, a buzzing
sound and running water
will be heard,
Water Pan
Water may be heard
running into the drain pan
during defrost cycle,,
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