Normal Operating Sounds - GE 18 Use And Care & Installation Manual

These sounds are normal and are due mostly to high efficient operation.
Icemaker
(on some models)
Occasionally you will 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 produces a sound
similar to an electric clock.
Plastic Liner
Cracking 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.

NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS

Evaporator Fan
You may hear air being forced
through the cabinet by the fan.
Evaporator
The flow of refrigerant through
the evaporator may create a
boiling or gurgling sound.
Defrost Heater
During defrost cycles, water
dripping 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
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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