Troubleshooting Tips; Normal Operating Sounds - GE 26 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.
HUMMM...
WHOOSH...
I 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.
I 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
I
is first plugged in. This happens as the refrigerator cools
to the correct temperature.
I The freezer control will click when starting or stopping
the compressor.
I Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during
and after defrost can cause a cracking or popping sound.
I On models with an icemaker, after an icemaking cycle,
you may hear the ice cubes dropping into the ice bucket.
I On models with a dispenser, during water dispense, you
may hear the water lines move at initial dispense and after
dispenser button is released.
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
Vibration or rattling
(slight vibration
is normal)
Possible Causes
Refrigerator in defrost cycle.
Refrigerator is unplugged.
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped.
Leveling legs need adjusting.
You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. This happens
I
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.
I The fans change speeds in order to provide optimal cooling
and energy savings.
WATER SOUNDS
I The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coils may
make a gurgling noise like boiling water.
I Water dropping on the defrost heater can cause a sizzling,
popping or buzzing sound during the defrost cycle.
I A water dripping noise may occur during the defrost cycle as ice
melts from the evaporator and flows into the drain pan.
I Closing the door may cause a gurgling sound due to pressure
equalization.
For additional information on normal
icemaker operating sounds, see the
About the automatic icemaker section.
What To Do
• Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
• Push the plug completely into the outlet.
• Replace fuse or reset the breaker.
• See Level the Refrigerator.
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