Troubleshooting Tips; For Service; Normal Operating Sounds - GE 20 Serie Manual Del Propietário

Normal operating 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.
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.
Problem
Refrigerator does not
operate
Refrigerator or freezer
compartment too warm
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The new high efficiency compressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum
or pulsating sound while operating.
The fan circulating air inside the freezer which keeps the temperatures
throughout.
Water dropping on the defrost heater causing a sizzling, hissing or popping
sound during the defrost cycle.
The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils sounds like boiling
water or a gurgling noise.
Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction
during defrost and refrigeration following defrost.
Water dripping as it melts from the evaporator and flows to the drain pan
during the defrost cycle.
Icemaker
(on some models)
The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water. If the
power switch is in the I (on) position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked
up to water. Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position before it is hooked
up to water can damage the icemaker. To prevent this, set the power switch to the
O (off) position. This will stop the buzzing.
The sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as
icemaker refills.
These sounds are normal and are due mostly to highly efficient operation.
Possible Causes
Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
Freezer control
in 0 (off) position.
Refrigerator is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped.
Temperature control not set
cold enough.
Warm weather or frequent
door openings.
Door left open.
What To Do
• Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
• Move the freezer control to a temperature setting.
• Push the plug completely into the outlet.
•Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
• See About the controls.
• Set the temperature control one step colder.
See About the controls.
• Check to see if package is holding door open.