Normal Operating Sounds - GE Profile GSMF2LEB Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

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.
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. Sometimes the refrigerator runs for an
extended period, especially when the doors are opened
frequently. This means that the Frost Guard™ feature
is working to prevent freezer burn and improve food
preservation. You may hear a whooshing sound when
the doors close. This is due to pressure equalizing within
the refrigerator.
You may hear cracking or popping sounds when the
refrigerator is first plugged in. This happens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct temperature. Electronic
dampers click open and closed to provide optimal
cooling and energy savings. The compressor may cause
a clicking or chirping sound when attempting to restart
(this could take up to 5 minutes). The electronic control
board may cause a clicking sound when relays activate
to control refrigerator components. Expansion and
contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can
cause a cracking or popping sound. On models with an
ice maker, after an ice making cycle, you may hear the
ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
You may 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.
If either door is open for over 3 minutes, you may hear
the fans come on in order to cool the light bulbs. The
fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling
and energy savings.
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. A
water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle
as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain
pan. Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due
to pressure equalization.
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