Normal operatin
sounds.
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
HUMMM...
--WHOOSH...
_ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer
than 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,
CRACKS and SNAPS
_ 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 freezer control will click when starting or stopping
the compressor,
_
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,
_
On models with a dispenser,during water dispense,you may
hear the water lines move at initial dispense and after dispenser
button is released,
WHIR!
_
Youmay 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,
_
The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling and
energy savings,
WATER SOUNDS
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_
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,
Awater dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice
melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan,
_
Closingthe door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure
equalization,
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
Refrigerator
is unplugged.
. Push the plug completely into the outlet,
The fuse is blown/circuit
. Replace fuse or reset the breaker,
breaker
is tripped.
Vibration
or rattling
Leveling
legs need adjusting.
. See Level the Ref?igemtor,
(slight
vibration
is normal)
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