Noise - Maytag Refrigerator User Instructions

PROBLEM
The motor seems to run
too much
The lights do not work
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
Sizzling
Water running/Gurgling
Buzzing
Creaking/Cracking
Her-plunk
POSSIBLE CAUSES
High efficiency compressor and fans
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
The door or drawer gasket is dirty,
worn, or cracked
A light bulb is loose in the socket or
burned out
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The compressor in your new refrigerator regulates
temperature more efficiently while using less energy, and
operates quietly. Due to the reduction in operating noise you
may notice more intermittent noises.
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
Water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle
May be heard when ice melts during the defrost cycle and
water runs into the drain pan
Heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker
May be heard as ice is being ejected from the ice maker
mold
May be heard when the ice falls into the ice storage bin
SOLUTIONS
This is normal. Larger, more efficient refrigerators run longer.
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.
Adjust the refrigerator control to a less cold setting until the
refrigerator temperature is as desired. See "Using the
Controls."
Clean or change the gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause
the refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired
temperatures.
Tighten or replace the light bulb. See "Changing the Light
Bulbs."

Noise

SOLUTIONS
This is normal. Larger, more efficient
refrigerators run longer.
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.
This is normal
This is normal
This is normal
This is normal
This is normal
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